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Kenyan African ecosystem’s end-to-end fundraising startup, Raise, has secured undisclosed funding from San Francisco-based firm, Carta.
Founded in 2018, Raise is on a mission to help African startups to manage equity, seed rounds, legal compliance, and close deals faster. Raise’s platform is designed to simplify cap table management for startups and companies operating within the African ecosystem by providing a comprehensive solution for managing shareholding structures before and after fundraising.
This allows businesses to focus on growth and building a successful future. Carta’s investment in Raise underscores the immense potential of the African fundraising ecosystem. The capital injection will fuel Raise’s technological advancements, enhancing the platform’s capabilities and enabling it to serve its users better. By combining their expertise and resources, Raise and Carta aim to unlock new opportunities, foster sustainable growth, and amplify the impact of social initiatives across the region.

Khula, a South African agritech startup dedicated to empowering farmers through a digital platform, has secured an undisclosed investment from a PepsiCo fund.

The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has pledged up to US $80 million as a founding investor in the North Africa Fund III (NAF III).This fund is managed by RMBV.

Development Partners International (DPI), the London-based private equity firm focused on African markets, has closed a $190 million funding deal with Alameda Healthcare, a leading private hospital group based in Egypt.