An upcoming conference aimed at fostering growth and innovation in Africa's tech ecosystem.
The end of easy money: Inside African tech’s brutal reckoning
The peak funding for African tech was $3.21 billion in 2022, which has now dropped to $797 million. Investors are now more risk-averse and expect significant returns on investments.
How digital platforms are redefining ownership and creativity in Africa
Jide Martin emphasized that access and visibility are key drivers for African creators in the digital economy. Claude Grunitzky identified smartphone adoption and the influence of the African diaspora as major shifts supporting digital platforms.
Nigeria’s Crypto builders chart four pillars for the next chapter in Africa
Ayotunde Alabi emphasized the importance of clarity and trust for the next phase of crypto. Chimene Chinah pointed out that stablecoins are addressing significant pain points in Africa.
Tomiwa Aladekomo, Big Cabal CEO, opens Moonshot 2025 with a charge to build momentum
The Moonshot 2025 conference opened in Lagos, focusing on building lasting momentum in Africa's tech ecosystem. Funding for African startups plummeted to $797 million in the first half of 2024, down from $3.21 billion in 2022.
Next Wave: Money is coming back to African startups; we need a better story to make it stay
The first half of 2025 has shown a collective sigh of relief for stakeholders in Africa's technology landscape due to a rebound in startup fundraising. There is a growing consensus among investors that the narratives driving investment in African startups need to evolve.
