Country in Southern Africa, home to 4C Predictions, challenging perceptions about AI innovation.
How Africa’s startup funding shifted from growth to Infrastructure in 2025
Africa's startup ecosystem raised more capital in 2025 than in 2024, marking a significant rebound after two years of contraction. Only 3 of the 10 largest funding rounds in 2025 were pure venture rounds, with the rest relying on debt and project finance.
Partech Africa Report Shows Africa Tech Funding Rose to $4.1 Billion in 2025
African tech funding climbed to $4.1 billion in 2025, marking a 25% year-over-year increase. Debt financing hit a record $1.64 billion, accounting for 41% of all capital deployed on the continent.
Ozow & RelyComply Join Forces to Boost South Africa’s Digital Payments
South Africa's payment landscape is increasingly incorporating account-to-account, mobile, and voucher payments. The rise in digital payment activity has led to a surge in fraud opportunities, including fake identities and mule accounts.
Nigeria posts lowest funding share among Africa’s big four as startups raise $3.8bn in 2025
Nigeria's funding share dropped to 8% in 2025, the lowest since 2019. South Africa, Kenya, and Egypt outperformed Nigeria in total funding share.
Elon Musk’s Starlink continues to face issues in South Africa. Here’s what has happened so far
Starlink began its African expansion in 2023, launching first in Nigeria. Starlink is now active in several African countries, including Kenya, Rwanda, and Mozambique.
