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Two Kenyan AI Startups Win KSh 1.3 Million Combined in Meta AI Academy Pitchathon
Two Kenyan AI startups, Neural Labs Africa and Me-Nasoma, won the Meta AI Academy Kenya Pitchathon, receiving a total of KSh 1.3 million in equity-free funding. The competition aimed to support entrepreneurs developing AI solutions for various sectors, with both startups showcasing innovative produc
Tech In Africa - Oct 19, 2026

Kenyan Lawmakers Push for Stronger BNPL Regulations Amid Consumer Exploitation Concerns
Kenyan lawmakers are scrutinizing Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) financing companies due to rising complaints about consumer exploitation and excessive charges. The National Assembly’s Finance and National Planning Committee is set to engage with the Central Bank of Kenya to enhance consumer protection m
Tech In Africa - Oct 19, 2026

Onafriq tried to sell its Nigerian agent banking business before shutdown
Onafriq announced the shutdown of its Nigerian agent banking business, Baxi, on October 16, 2026, marking the end of a five-year expansion effort. The company cited unsustainable economics due to inflation, naira depreciation, and competition from alternative payment methods as reasons for the closu
TechCabal - Oct 19, 2026
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Ask Ada
Private health support on WhatsApp
Nigeria

Gigtrops
Address verification infrastructure

Magana AI
AI phone agents built for African businesses
Nigeria

Farmstarck
Save, trade, and access Agri produce digitally.
Upcoming Events
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OCT
Blockf3st Africa 2026
Lagos, NG
The SuperBowl of Web3- Africa’s Premier Crypto festival for devs, creatives & VC’s.
22
OCT
OffChart NXT 2026
Port Harcourt, NG
Connects Africa's emerging innovation ecosystems to capital, markets, technology, and partnerships, built on the decade-long #StartupSouth legacy.
23
OCT
PyHo 2026
Ho, GH
Annual Python conference for Ho, the Volta Region, and the wider Ghana developer community.
Africa Tech Resources

Pitch Deck Playbook
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Build the Deck That Gets You Funded

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Hire skilled tech professionals from across Africa

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Connect with and invest in early-stage African tech startups

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Jun 24, 2026
Female Founders - Active Funding Opportunities
For women founders scaling early-stage companies or seeking targeted funding, these specialized programs are open for applications: 1.…
@Hadu Team
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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