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How (& Why) We Are Building Today Africa
Today Africa was born out of a failed business endeavor, one rooted in the struggle to access success stories of fellow Africans in the same industry. This made us realize that the absence of narratives of Africans disrupting the ecosystem is one missing link to sustainable growth in businesses in Africa. Motivated by this need, […]
200 Pre-seed Funding Companies That Can Fund Your Startup
In this blog post, you’re going to learn the role pre-seed funding companies play in nurturing your early-stage startup. Let’s jump into it. What is Pre-seed Funding Launching your startup requires more than just an idea; it needs the necessary capital to kickstart your venture. However, securing funding at the earliest stages can be challenging. […]
African Unicorn: How Many in Africa Today?
The term “unicorn” was first coined in a 2013 Techcrunch article by Aileen Lee, founder and managing partner of Palo Alto’s Cowboy Ventures. To identify American software companies valued at $1 billion or more by private investors or public markets and less than 10 years old. Nowadays, the global VC & tech community widely accepts […]
Today Africa partners with SheFoundry for the African Women Founders Summit (AWFS 2025)
Today Africa officially partners with SheFoundry Ltd for the African Women Founders Summit (AWFS 2025) — a premier event dedicated to spotlighting and empowering Africa’s women entrepreneurs. At Today Africa, our mission is clear: to share impactful stories that inspire, empower, and drive change across the continent. This new partnership with SheFoundry aligns perfectly with […]
20 Most Funded Startups in Africa Still Active This Year
Most funded startups in Africa are no longer just local success stories—they’re global contenders attracting billions in venture capital and reshaping industries. These companies are solving deeply rooted challenges with bold, scalable solutions, and in doing so, they’re pulling in the kind of funding that was once reserved for Silicon Valley unicorns. But funding is […]
Startup Stories
How Victor Ogunbiyi is Using AI to Help Kids with Dyslexia, ADHD & Autism
What happens when a neuroscientist refuses to accept the status quo in education? Meet Victor
Why Thuli Zikalala Left a 9–5 Job to Serve South Africa’s Deaf Community
When the world came to a standstill during the COVID-19 pandemic, many people paused their
How Mobile Money is Changing Business Across Africa
Ethiopian birr hits record low against the dollar
Fintech in Africa: Trends to Watch in 2025
Start a Business
10 Reasons Why Startups Fail (& How to Avoid Them)
July 28, 20258 Funding Mistakes That Could Kill Your Startup Dreams
July 26, 2025Grow a Business
Grant vs Loan: How to Decide for Your Small Business in Africa
Starting or scaling a small business in Africa comes with a lot of challenges — and at some point, almost
10 Reasons Why Startups Fail (& How to Avoid Them)
The startup world is full of ambition, innovation, and opportunity, yet the startup failure rate statistics paint a much harsher
8 Funding Mistakes That Could Kill Your Startup Dreams
Startup Funding Dilemma: Microloans or Venture Capital?
Tech News
Ethiopian birr hits record low against the dollar
August 6, 2025Travel
Top 25 Destinations for Africa Adventure Trips This Year
March 14, 2025Top 12 Things to Do in Rwanda This Year
February 28, 20258 Best Things to Do in Cairo Egypt This Year
February 26, 2025Top 10 Things to Do in Alexandria Egypt This Year
February 25, 2025Diaspora
The Ultimate Startup Checklist for African Founders
Before diving into the world of entrepreneurship, it’s essential to understand why a startup checklist
From Idea to IPO: African Startups Making Global Headlines
Africa’s tech scene has exploded in recent years, and its homegrown startups are hitting major
Top 17 African Women in Biz Making Waves This Year
Top 20 Programs for African Women in Tech
Top 100 Technology Business Ideas for Students
Biographies
Captain Ibrahim Traoré: The Transitional Leader Transforming Burkina Faso
Captain Ibrahim Traoré emerged as a defining figure in Burkina Faso’s turbulent political landscape following
Ibukun Awosika: First Female Chairman of First Bank of Nigeria
Ibukun Awosika is widely known as the first female Chairman of First Bank of Nigeria –