In a bold move toward digital sovereignty, Kenya is laying the foundation for more resilient internet connectivity, and its name says it all. Daraja, Swahili for “bridge,” is Safaricom’s first fully owned subsea cable, underwritten with strategic backing from Meta’s infrastructure arm, Edge Network Services. Why Daraja Matters This $23 million, 4,108 km undersea cable […]
The fight against climate change has a new hero, and it’s not from where you’d expect. Meet Octavia Carbon, a groundbreaking Kenyan startup rewriting the rules of carbon removal with cutting-edge Direct Air Capture (DAC) technology.
What happens when a global powerhouse in startup acceleration suddenly decides to pull out of one of Africa’s fastest-growing tech hubs? After just two years in Nigeria, ARM Labs Lagos Techstars has surprised everyone by shutting down its operations. This also means the third program, which started in March 2024, is now officially canceled. The news […]
Let’s chat about agriculture in Africa. It’s not just a part of the economy; it’s essential for millions of people who depend on it for their livelihoods. But here’s the reality: many farmers face tough challenges. From unpredictable weather to limited access to modern tools, it can be a struggle. Thankfully, there’s a wave of […]
Nigeria-based startup OmniRetail has announced the acquisition of Traction Apps, a Lagos-based business payments platform, in a move aimed at enhancing its point-of-sale (POS) and inventory management services for African small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). The acquisition, which was recently shared on LinkedIn, marks a significant step in OmniRetail’s mission to digitize traditional e-commerce for […]
I want you to picture something. A world where every child has access to quality education. An Africa where healthcare is affordable for all, and where women are empowered to reach their full potential. This is the vision that African startups are striving to achieve through social entrepreneurship. Beyond the realm of technology, these innovative […]
CapWay, a fintech startup founded in 2016 by Sheena Allen, has officially closed its doors. The company aimed to provide financial services to underbanked communities, also known as “banking deserts,” but was ultimately unable to overcome significant funding and regulatory hurdles. In a LinkedIn post, Allen announced the closure, expressing pride in CapWay’s mission but […]
Like everywhere else, startups and businesses in Africa face various challenges when it comes to protecting their ideas and innovations. Without proper legal protections, entrepreneurs risk losing their competitive edge or intellectual property (IP) to competitors. Legal challenges may include weak enforcement of IP laws, complex registration processes, and limited access to legal resources. It […]
Ghana’s leading e-health startup, BIMA, has just secured new funding to boost its growth and reach more underserved communities. BIMA, the first licensed telemedicine provider in Ghana, is changing the game by offering affordable health insurance and digital health services to low-income populations across emerging markets. With over six million users in places like Tanzania, […]
Andela was founded to bridge the global tech talent gap by unlocking Africa’s potential in software development. Recognizing a global shortage of skilled developers, Andela trains and connects Africa’s top talent with leading companies worldwide. This approach helps businesses find world-class developers while boosting Africa’s growing tech ecosystem. Since its founding, Andela has addressed one […]
