A region that led the continent in traditional venture capital, accounting for 26% of total equity deal value.
Venture Debt Hits Record High, Surpassing Equity Investment in Africa’s Startup Scene
Venture debt has outpaced equity investment in Africa's startup ecosystem for the first time in 2025. Startups raised $1.6 billion in debt financing between January and September 2025.
Global accelerator Techstars enters Botswana to fuel startup growth
Launch of Techstars accelerator program in Botswana Provision of mentorship and funding to local startups
Bayobab Expands Digital Infrastructure Footprint with Fiber Asset Acquisition
Bayobab completes structural separation from MTN Group Bayobab acquires fiber-optic assets from MTN Zambia
