29 African Healthcare Startups Secure Funding and Support from Gates Foundation, MSD, and More
September 18, 2023
29 startups have been selected to receive funding and impact support from prominent organizations, including the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, MSD, Microsoft, and others. The second cohort of the Investing in Innovation Africa (i3)…
Two Kenyan Startups Selected for TechCrunch Disrupt Startup Battlefield 200
September 4, 2023
The TechCrunch Disrupt Startup Battlefield 200 is set to take place later this month in San Francisco. The event is scheduled for September 19 through to September 21 and will see two Kenyan startups showcase…
Madica Bolsters Africa's Tech Sector with Key Appointments
July 25, 2023
Madica has announced the strategic appointments of Rose Odengo and Brenda Wangari. The new appointments strengthen Madica’s commitment to diversity, inclusivity, and innovation in the tech sector across the continent. Odengo’s extensive wealth of experience and expertise will…
Africa Tech Summit London Announces 12 Promising Ventures for Investment Showcase at London Stock Exchange
May 24, 2023
Africa Tech Summit London has recently unveiled an exciting lineup of 12 African tech ventures that will present investment opportunities to investors, corporates, and industry experts at the prestigious London Stock Exchange on June 23rd….
Tyme Secures Ksh 10.6 Billion in Funding for Global Expansion
May 23, 2023
Tyme, the rapidly growing digital banking group, has announced a successful capital raise of $77.8 million from investors Norrsken22 and Blue Earth Capital. This pre-Series C funding round will fuel the company’s global expansion efforts….
Wasoko Expands Operations to Zambia
May 11, 2023
Wasoko has today announced its expansion into Zambia, marking the company’s first location in Southern Africa. The company will invest over $1mn in its first year of operations to support local Zambian businesses and communities…
Kenya’s startup ecosystem is set for growth in 2023 and beyond
May 11, 2023
by Patrick Ndegwa, SEACOM Business Sales Lead for SEACOM East Africa Kenya is a hub for entrepreneurship and startup development in East Africa, with a growing ecosystem of innovative businesses and supportive infrastructure. According to…
Kenyan Startups Among 10 Selected for Qualcomm's Make in Africa Mentorship Program
May 5, 2023
Qualcomm Technologies has announced the shortlisted teams for the inaugural Qualcomm Make in Africa Mentorship Program, with 10 startups selected for a 7-month equity-free mentorship program. These startups are developing innovative products in clean energy,…
Opportunik Global Fund's Aim to Connect African Investors to Global Markets
April 18, 2023
Opportunik Global Fund, a private wealth fund aimed at giving Africans and Diasporans access to global investments, has announced the launch of its licensed fund on May 2, 2023. The fund, administered by Accuvise Administrators…