Investor in CreditChek, projecting significant emigration trends in Africa by 2050.
Why Shell Foundation and 500 Global built an accelerator for Africa’s climate startups
Countries in Africa, Latin America, and Asia are making critical decisions that will shape the world's carbon footprint. Manufacturing has shifted from the North, contributing to a greater share of global emissions.
10 Top African Startup Accelerators: Funding & Support in 2025
Paystack, a Nigerian fintech, joined Y Combinator in 2016 and was acquired by Stripe in 2020 for over $200 million. Startup accelerators provide early validation for ideas, which can attract media attention and investor interest.
Top Platforms to List and Discover Startups in Africa
Tech In Africa provides daily updates and insights into Africa's startup landscape, focusing on trends and funding data. StartupList Africa offers a searchable directory for startups to showcase their profiles, categorized by industry and funding stage.
How to Raise Your First $100K in Africa: Funding Tips from Founders
Nigeria, Kenya, Egypt, and South Africa capture 92% of startup funding in Africa. Only 0.7% of Q1 2025 funding went to women-led startups.
EXCLUSIVE: CreditChek acquires CreditCliq to bridge cross-border credit gaps
CreditChek has acquired CreditCliq to scale creditworthiness for African immigrants worldwide. The acquisition addresses the challenge of transferring credit histories for immigrants across borders.
