Key Developments
Investment News
Startup Spotlights

Payhippo: The Nigerian Fintech Making Financial Services Seamless for African SMEs
Payhippo is a Nigerian fintech startup that provides loans and other financial services to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).

Thndr: The Egyptian Fintech Startup Making Investing Accessible and Affordable for Everyone
Thndr is a digital investment platform that allows users to invest in stocks, bonds, and funds in the Middle East through its mobile-based and low-commission digital stock brokerage.

MarketForce: The Kenyan Startup Redefining Retail in Africa with Tech-Driven Solutions and Purpose
The state of B2B and end-to-end distribution in Africa is still in its early stages of development, but it is growing rapidly.
New Investments

South African Insurtech Startup Root Secures $1.5M for Europe Expansion
Root, a South African insurtech startup, has secured $1.5 million in funding to accelerate its expansion plans in the UK and Europe.

Techstars Toronto Accelerator Program Backs 10 African Startups in 2023 Cohort
Techstars Toronto, a renowned accelerator program, has announced its 2023 summer cohort.
African Changemakers

Ousmane Diagana
Ousamane Diagana is a Mauritanian economist dedicated to improving lives and fostering sustainable development in West Africa.

Aida Diarra
In a world where financial inclusion and digital transformation are at the forefront of global progress, we can’t help but shine a spotlight on one remarkable leader who has been driving positive change in Sub-Saharan Africa.

Samy Mwamba
Samy Mwamba is a Congolese edtech entrepreneur making a significant impact on the African continent.