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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 […]
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 […]
MyKreeb Launches V2.0: Smarter Rental Intelligence with Advanced Tenant Verification
Lagos, Nigeria (13th August, 2025) MyKreeb, a fast-growing PropTech startup, announces the launch of MyKreeb 2.0, itsupgraded home-rental intelligence platform, alongside a robust tenant verification tool — built tohelp landlords, realtors, shortlets, and property managers make smarter leasing decisions in Nigeria’scomplex housing market. “Renting a home in Africa is often a nightmare,” said Ishaq Willson, […]
Startup Stories
How Amina Asu-Beks is Changing the Way Nigerians Shop
In a country where every naira counts and prices seem to rise by the day,
Why Sarah Olagoke Believes Women’s Health is the Key to Community Growth
Behind every great brand is a story of courage, resilience, and purpose. For Sarah Olagoke,
How Amina Asu-Beks is Changing the Way Nigerians Shop
Google has launched AI Mode in Search for Nigeria, Kenya
StoryLab
Inside Yoco’s Journey: Powering the Future of SME Payments in SA
August 19, 2025Inside Africa
Why African Startups are Gaining Global Attention (and What’s Next)
In recent years, the African startup ecosystem has exploded onto the global stage. Investors and media alike are tuning in
The Role of Women in the African Tech Ecosystem
The African tech ecosystem is booming. But behind the headlines of billion-dollar valuations and record-breaking venture capital lies a quieter,
Why Agribusiness is Africa’s Next Big Goldmine
Top 10 Fastest-Growing Industries for African Entrepreneurs
Tech News
Google has launched AI Mode in Search for Nigeria, Kenya
August 22, 2025Kenya moves to split Safaricom as debt pressures mount
August 21, 2025Today Africa Weekly
Today Africa Weekly: Tech news recap | August 11–17, 2025
August 18, 2025Today Africa Weekly: Tech news recap | August 4–10, 2025
August 11, 2025Today Africa Weekly: Tech news recap | July 21–27, 2025
July 28, 2025Diaspora
22 Business Opportunities for Africans in the Diaspora
Across the globe, Africans in the diaspora wield tremendous influence and opportunity. More than 200
The Ultimate Startup Checklist for African Founders
Before diving into the world of entrepreneurship, it’s essential to understand why a startup checklist
Top 17 African Women in Biz Making Waves This Year
Top 20 Programs for African Women in Tech
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 –