An initiative by Google that provides resources and support to startups, including truQ.
Lagos Angel Network Backs AI-Powered Africa-China Trade Startup Midddleman
Lagos Angel Network made an undisclosed investment in Midddleman Technologies Inc. Midddleman Technologies is developing an AI-powered platform for Africa-China trade.
Co-founder conflict forces CEO exit at Techstars-backed truQ
Williams Fatayo announced his resignation as CEO of truQ in a Medium post on July 12, 2025. Fatayo co-founded truQ in 2020 to automate short-haul logistics, initially focusing on B2C before shifting to B2B.
Google for Startups leads $1.4 million investment in Nigeria’s Platos Health
The global medical device market is projected to grow from $678.88 billion in 2025 to over $1.1 trillion by 2034. Platos Health, a Nigerian startup, has raised $1.4 million in pre-seed funding to scale its health monitoring platform.
Google-backed Platos Health raises $1.4 million pre-seed to roll out preventive health device across Nigeria
Platos Health raised $1.4 million in a pre-seed funding round led by Google for Startups. The funding will support the rollout of the Platos Body Monitor device across Nigeria.
Google-Backed African Startups Make Funding Breakthroughs But Gaps Remain
African startups backed by Google for Startups' Black Founders Fund have collectively raised $266 million from venture capitalists in the last three years. The Black Founders Fund provides startups with cash awards and Google Cloud credits, along with mentorship and product support.
