Six African tech startups have been chosen as finalists for the “Meet the Tôshikas” program, a joint initiative by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and Japan’s Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI).
This program aims to bridge the gap between African startups and Japanese investors.
“We are delighted to partner with ISA to support the development of solar energy in Africa,” said Alain Ebobissé, CEO of Africa50. “This partnership will help to accelerate the deployment of solar energy in Africa and improve the lives of millions of Africans,” he added.
Lapaire, a fast-growing African eyewear startup, has secured significant financial backing from AfricInvest and Proparco to expand its optical care services across the continent.
BasiGo Rwanda has secured a significant grant to upgrade its charging infrastructure and support its growing fleet of electric buses in Kigali.
Ghanaian agritech trailblazer 3Farmate Robotics has secured an undisclosed amount in angel investment to fuel the expansion of its precision AI-powered electric robots.
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