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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.

Impact Fund Denmark has committed DKK 160 million, equivalent to around $25 million, to East African forestry company The New Forests Company (NFC) as the region faces growing demand for timber and wood products.

Sanari Capital, a South African private equity firm, has announced the successful final close of its Sanari 3S Growth Fund, raising R1.5 billion (approximately $80 million).

South African digital banking leader TymeBank has secured $77.8 million in a pre-Series C funding round.