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How a failed movie ticket purchase led to a startup idea
Mayowa Ayodeji paid ₦7,000 ($5.05) for a film but received no access due to a system error. The issue stemmed from the ticketing system's inability to send links to non-Gmail addresses.
Grey Launches ‘Grey Business’ to Simplify Global Payments for African Startups and SMEs
Grey Business was officially launched on February 10, 2026, during the Africa Tech Summit in Nairobi. The platform enables companies to open USD corporate accounts and transact globally.
Agritech funding in Africa drops to $168 million in 2025 as investor interest shifts
Seyi Alabi pitched for seed funding for Crop2Cash in 2025 but felt disadvantaged due to the sector's declining investor interest. Agritech funding in Africa dropped to $168.1 million in 2025 from $206.9 million in 2024, with deal volume also decreasing.
In Africa’s more selective funding cycle, the pressure doesn’t go away; it changes
Africa's tech ecosystem raised $3.42 billion across 502 deals in 2025, marking a 53% year-on-year increase in funding. There was an 8% decline in deal count from 546 in 2024, reflecting a shift in investor behavior towards greater scrutiny.
Africa Startup Festival 2025: Ten founders win $50k worth of resources and exclusive mentorship from Antlers team
The Africa Startup Festival 2025 attracted over 3,000 attendees from across Africa. Over 30 industry-leading speakers shared insights on venture capital and high-growth startups.
