A defense company focused on protecting critical infrastructure in Africa through autonomous systems and advanced technology.
African Startups Raised $272 Million in February 2026
Forty startups across Africa raised more than $272 million in funding in February 2026. The February total represents an increase from $174 million raised in January 2026.
Nigerian Defense Tech Startup Terra Industries Raises $22M Extension Round, Total Funding Reaches $34M
Terra Industries raised an additional $22 million in funding led by Lux Capital. The funding round was completed in under two weeks, following an earlier $11.75 million round.
Defence-tech startup Terra Industries raises $22 million one month after record round
Terra Industries raised an additional $22 million in funding, led by Lux Capital. The funding round was completed in under two weeks, which is unusually fast for African startups.
Defense Tech Startup Terra Industries Hits $34M With Funding Extension
Terra Industries extended its funding round by $22 million, raising a total of $34 million. The funding round was led by Lux Capital and completed in less than two weeks, indicating strong investor confidence.
African defensetech Terra Industries, founded by two Gen Zers, raises additional $22M in a month
Terra Industries raised an additional $22 million in funding led by Lux Capital. The company aims to build Africa's first defense prime to protect critical infrastructure from armed attacks.
