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African EV Startup ARC Ride Raises $33 Million to Expand Battery-Swapping Network
ARC Ride, an electric mobility company in Nairobi, has secured $33.3 million to expand its battery-swapping network across Africa, marking a significant investment in the continent's electric vehicle infrastructure. The funding, led by Novastar Ventures and Norrsken22, aims to enhance operations in
Tech Labari - Sep 08, 2026

She grew up with little in Mushin. Now she’s building a fintech connecting Canada and Nigeria
Kemi Bolatito, founder of RollaPay, grew up in a lower-class family in Mushin, Lagos, Nigeria, which motivated her to pursue entrepreneurship instead of a traditional job. After moving to Canada with her family, she launched RollaPay, a fintech company focused on cross-border payments, addressing ch
Techpoint Africa - Sep 10, 2026

Africa’s Startup Funding Rebounds to $455m in August 2026, Driven by Mega Deals
In August 2026, African startups experienced a significant recovery in funding, raising a total of $455 million across 31 ventures, marking a sharp increase from July's $102 million. However, this surge was largely driven by a few large transactions, with the top five deals accounting for 84% of the
Tech In Africa - Sep 09, 2026
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Largest Tech & Startup Show in West Africa, From AI labs to creative studios, GITEX Nigeria is where Africa’s tech ecosystem meets global capital.
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Female Founders - Active Funding Opportunities
For women founders scaling early-stage companies or seeking targeted funding, these specialized programs are open for applications: 1.…
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Jun 10, 2026
🚀 Active Funding & Accelerator Opportunities for African Startups (June & July 2026)
For founders scaling an MVP or seeking seed-stage investment, here are some programs that are currently accepting applications:…
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