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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…
In a landmark move to bolster Africa’s digital sovereignty, four international tech companies — Lakeba Group (Australia), Next Digital (Nigeria), AqlanX (UAE), and Agentic Dynamic (Netherlands) — have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to launch AfricAI, a joint venture…
Africa’s AI ecosystem is quietly moving from promise to performance. In 2025, more AI startups across the continent are crossing the $1 million mark in seed and pre-seed rounds — clear evidence that investors are betting big on AI solutions…
As part of Africa AI Literacy Week 2025, Konza Technopolis, Qhala, Huawei and other partners hosted a 24-hour hackathon and a range of training programs aimed at building AI awareness and skills among young Africans and teachers. These events are…
The way salaries are paid in Africa might be about to change forever. Earnipay, a Nigerian fintech startup, has raised $5 million in funding to expand its on-demand salary payment solution across the continent. Traditionally, African employees wait until the…
Africa’s young entrepreneurs are turning local challenges into global opportunities, leveraging innovation to address pressing issues. With a median age of 19.7, the continent’s youth are harnessing technology to create solutions that resonate far beyond their borders. In Nigeria, founders…
Introduction As technology continues to evolve at a rapid pace, Africa is emerging as a hotspot for innovation and digital transformation. This blog post delves into some of the most significant tech trends reshaping the continent and highlights how they…
Africa’s startup ecosystem is thriving, with over 5,200 tech startups by 2025, driven by young innovators solving local challenges with global impact. This boom is redefining the continent as a hub of creativity. In Nigeria, startups like Moniepoint, valued at…
Africa is witnessing a wave of homegrown innovations that are transforming daily life, addressing critical needs with ingenuity. From renewable energy to digital finance, these solutions are reshaping how people live, work, and connect across the continent. Solar farms are…
Senegal’s health-tech startup Eyone has secured US$1 million in funding to scale its digital healthcare platform across underserved communities in West Africa. Led by telecom giant Sonatel’s investment arm, Véhicule d’Investissement et Financing (VIF), with additional backing from BICIS bank,…
