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These are some of Africa’s most promising startups solving real challenges in finance, shipping, and trade. They’re small now, but the value they offer makes them ones to watch closely.
1. Swiftway (Logistics, Ghana)
Swiftway is simplifying cross-border cargo for African businesses. They handle everything — from pickups to customs clearance to real-time tracking — via one streamlined platform. In just four months, they’ve processed over US$44,000 in shipments and generated US$5,000 in revenue, while currently raising a US$100,000 pre-seed round.
2. Vendai (AI, Kenya)
Vendai is building an AI-powered assistant for small retailers. Using computer vision and language models, it helps shop owners track inventory, understand sales trends, and manage stock even when they’re offline. With over 250 shops in its beta, Vendai plans to launch publicly by December 2025, focusing on being asset-light (no big logistic demands) and keeping costs down.
3. Tiny Fund (Fintech, Nigeria)
Tiny Fund connects beginner investors with professional traders. Users choose a trader based on their risk profile, fund their wallet, and see trades reflected in their dashboard. Since August 2025, the platform has signed up 17 users and pulls in recurring monthly revenue of around US$425.
4. Case Radar (LegalTech, Nigeria)
Case Radar is making legal research accessible. Think Google-like search for Nigerian law and legal documents. With ~2,000 active users, people can use the platform for as low as ₦1,000 (~US$0.67) per hour, and first-time users get three free trials.
5. Paycita (SaaS, Nigeria)
Paycita offers toolsets for businesses: payroll, vendor payments, inventory, expense tracking, staff appraisals. Plans start from ₦7,500/month (~US$49), and it promises to help digitise SME operations which are huge contributors to Nigeria’s GDP.
6. Midupay (Fintech, Nigeria)
Midupay lets businesses accept both naira and crypto/foreign currency payments. Vendors create storefronts, share product links, and track sales. Launched August 2025, it already has 18 businesses signed up and charges a 1% transaction fee.
7. Timeless Healthcare (HealthTech, Nigeria)
Timeless Healthcare is a virtual clinic. Through video/audio consultations, uploading test results, virtual prescriptions, and partnering pharmacies, the service starts as low as ₦1,800 (~US$1.20) per plan. It has 100 sign-ups so far, with 50 paying customers.
Bottom Line
These startups show the vibrant innovation happening in Africa right now. They’re proving that nimble, affordable, and well-targeted tech can bridge gaps—whether in finance, trade, or health. Keep an eye on them; as they grow, they could become major players across the continent.
