A pan-African training program and incubator that supports technology entrepreneurs in Africa through education and funding.
One Vecta AI Summit 2026: The Next Wave of African Startups Will Be AI-Driven
Africa's startup ecosystem has seen rapid evolution over the past decade. A new shift towards AI-driven startups is emerging across various sectors.
Top 10 Startup Accelerators in Africa: The Programs Actually Moving the Needle
MEST Africa combines entrepreneurship education with seed funding and has helped startups raise over $100 million. Flat6Labs has backed over 200 startups since 2011, providing funding and mentorship across North Africa and the Middle East.
Mauritian Fintech Startup Wins the MEST Africa Challenge 2025
Black Swan was named the winner of the MEST Africa Challenge 2025 during a Grand Finale in Cape Town. The MEST Africa Challenge is a leading Pan-African pitch competition that supports early-stage startups.
Black Swan Soars: Mauritian FinTech Wins MEST Africa Challenge 2025
Black Swan clinched the top prize at the MEST Africa Challenge 2025 Grand Finale in Cape Town. The competition focused on FinTech solutions driving financial inclusion and digital transformation across Africa.
Mauritian Startup Black Swan Wins the MEST Africa Challenge 2025
Black Swan was crowned the winner of the MEST Africa Challenge 2025 held in Cape Town. The competition focused on FinTech startups addressing financial inclusion and digital transformation in Africa.
