A financial technology company that provides payment solutions and customer service automation.
OpenAI Launches “Agent” Tools: What It Changes for African Startups, SMEs and Customer Support
OpenAI's Agent Tools include AgentKit, Agent Builder, ChatKit, and Agents SDK, designed to automate tasks and improve efficiency for businesses. African startups can build apps four times faster and reduce iteration cycles by 70% using these tools.
OPay’s valuation climbs to $2.75B despite slowdown in venture funding
OPay's valuation increased to $2.75 billion according to regulatory filings from Opera Limited. Opera Limited's stake in OPay is valued at $258.3 million in 2024, up from $253.3 million in 2023.
Norrsken Accelerator Opens Application Window for Early-Stage African Startups
Applications are open for the Norrsken Accelerator in Stockholm. Successful applicants will receive US$125,000 in cash and access to a business development course.
This Swedish non-profit has big dreams for tech startups in Kigali
Sweden's Norrsken Foundation has invested $20 million in Norrsken House Kigali, Rwanda's first impact unicorn. The foundation hopes to make Kigali a nerve center for African technology companies and plans to set up similar hubs in other countries if successful.
