8 African Startups that Raised Series A in H1 2025
In the first half of the year alone, startups on the continent raised over $1.35 billion, representing a 78% increase from the same period in 2024. At the heart of this funding surge are Series A rounds—critical for startups ready to move beyond seed funding and scale their operations across
8 Ways African Women Entrepreneurs Are Accessing Global Funding
African women entrepreneurs are rising as innovators and leaders, launching businesses that address real-world problems while supporting their communities. Despite their potential, many face major funding challenges due to structural inequalities, limited networks, and cultural barriers. However, a growing number are now accessing global funding through grants, equity financing, accelerators,
MTN Nigeria’s net income grows 180%, hits N414.9bn in H1 2025
The country’s largest telecom operator, with 84.7 million subscribers, MTN Nigeria’s net income grows 180%, reaching N414.9bn in H1 2025, reversing steep losses sustained amid macroeconomic headwinds last year. The rebound was driven by currency stability, improved FX liquidity, and tariff adjustments. The company’s revenue grew 54.5% to ₦2.3 trillion
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 every entrepreneur will ask: “How do I fund this next big step?” Whether you’re launching a tech startup, expanding your agribusiness, or opening a creative hub, your dreams need fuel
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 a series of coups that underscored the country’s deepening security and governance crises. At just 34 years old, Traoré became the world’s youngest head of state when he seized power in a military coup on
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 reality. According to studies, 90% of startups fail, with 10% collapsing within the first year alone. The dream of building a unicorn company is often shattered by challenges ranging from
Today Africa Weekly: Tech news recap | July 21–27, 2025
Africa’s startup ecosystem continued to gain momentum during the week of July 21–27, 2025, driven by fresh capital inflows, infrastructure investments, and ecosystem shake-ups. From a landmark data centre launch to high-profile funding rounds and competitive entrepreneurship programs, the week’s developments reflect a tech landscape in transition — resilient, diversified,
8 Funding Mistakes That Could Kill Your Startup Dreams
Picture this: you secure your first round of startup funding, your runway looks good… then suddenly everything unravels. Funds disappear, growth stalls, investors lose faith, and before you know it, your dream is in tatters. Unfortunately, this isn’t hypothetical. One of the leading causes of startup failure is funding‑related missteps—avoidable
Airtel Africa grows revenue in Q2 2025, but pulls back on capex
Airtel Africa grows revenue in Q2 2025, but the telecom operator is cutting back on infrastructure spending. The revenue surged 22% year-on-year to $1.42 billion, fueled by strong performance in data and voice services. However, capital expenditure (capex) dropped 18% to $121 million, marking the steepest decline in four quarters.
16 Crowdfunding Platforms Africans Can Use For Business, Education, Emergencies & More
Imagine you’ve got a brilliant idea—a startup that could change your community, a school that needs supplies, or a loved one who urgently needs medical care. You know the need is real. You know, people would help if they could. But the bank says “no,” investors aren’t calling back, and
