An electric mobility startup operating in Africa, focusing on battery-swapping models and sustainable transport solutions.
After big rounds, Francophone Africa investors want ecosystem depth in 2026
Francophone African startups raised at least $450 million in 2025, primarily in fintech, mobility, and climate-linked services. Over 500 investors backed startups with ticket sizes of at least $100,000, indicating rising deal counts and investor participation.
Roam opens its doors to everyday investors in $20M pre-series B push
Roam is offering retail investors a chance to participate in its pre-Series B funding round through Crowdcube. The company aims to raise between $15 million and $20 million, with 5-10% open to retail investors.
Kenya’s Roam turns to retail investors to fund its next growth phase
Roam is opening part of its pre-Series B round to retail investors on Crowdcube. The company aims to raise between $15 million and $20 million to scale production and expand its charging network.
Africa’s Startup Ecosystem Sees Strong Growth with $442 Million Raised in October
Africa's startups secured over $442 million in funding in October 2025, the second-highest month of the year. Equity financing accounted for 76% of the total funding, marking October as the strongest month for equity investments in 2025.
