A rapidly evolving sector encompassing technology startups, innovations, and investments across the African continent.
Can prediction markets fix a multi-billion-dollar information gap for African startups?
A fintech startup raised $35 million in 2023 to serve SMEs in East Africa but burned through the capital within 18 months. The startup's failure was attributed to a lack of accurate market information, particularly regarding pricing assumptions.
Quiz: How much of the African tech story did you digest this year?
TC Daily published 242 editions in 2025. A total of 814,300 words were shared with readers throughout the year.
Why over 50% of Africa’s startups might not survive
The African tech ecosystem has been experiencing a boom since 2019, with startups emerging across the continent. Nigeria reportedly had over 3,360 startups in 2024, making it the country with the most startups in Africa.
