A foundation that supports African entrepreneurs through mentorship and funding opportunities.
Ultimate Guide to Funding for Women Entrepreneurs in Africa
African women entrepreneurs represent 24% of global entrepreneurial activity. There is a $42 billion financing gap affecting women-led businesses in Africa.
How this startup is giving women access to cancer and maternal care in East Africa and beyond with AI
Shamim Nabuuma founded the Chil Femtech Center to address healthcare access issues in rural Uganda. The center initially operated a mobile cancer screening clinic to provide early detection services to women in rural areas.
The cluster effect: Why ICT startups thrive together
The U.K. introduced policies in the 1980s to cultivate an enterprise culture, strengthening its economy. South Korea has invested in Asian research and development to nurture startups through indirect incentives.
Next Wave: Unlocking alternative funding streams for African startups
In 2024, African startups raised $3.2 billion across over 182 equity and debt funding deals. Fintechs and e-commerce companies accounted for 75% of total funding to African founders between 2019 and 2023.
Top 7 Free Mentorship Programs for African Startups
Qualcomm Make in Africa Startup Mentorship Program offers personalized guidance and masterclasses for hardware-focused startups. Google for Startups Black Founders Fund provides equity-free funding up to $100,000 and mentorship from Google experts.
