The Ultimate Startup Checklist for African Founders
Before diving into the world of entrepreneurship, it’s essential to understand why a startup checklist is a critical tool for founders across Africa. Building a business in Africa presents unique opportunities and challenges – from navigating complex regulatory environments to establishing market trust in often underdeveloped ecosystems. A checklist acts
How to Legally Protect Your Startup Idea in Africa
How to protect your startup idea is one of the first questions every aspiring entrepreneur should ask—especially in a fast-growing and competitive market like Africa. With innovation thriving across the continent, from fintech to agritech, ensuring your idea is legally safeguarded can mean the difference between long-term success and costly
Top 15 Grants for African Startups This Year
If you’re a founder looking for grants for African startups, you’re in luck! Several organizations are actively providing grants to support businesses across various industries. These grants offer more than just capital—they open doors to mentorship, global networks, and long-term scalability. Whether you’re into agribusiness, fintech, green technology, or community
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
These 3 Entrepreneurs are Revolutionizing Agriculture in Tanzania
In recent years, Tanzania has witnessed a dramatic increase in official support—agricultural budget allocations have surged from TZS 294 billion in 2021/22 to approximately TZS 1.25 trillion in 2024/25, marking a more than 300% boost over four years. This injection of funding has translated into impressive gains on the ground: food crop production jumped
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 milestones. Venture-capital-fueled growth has turned dozens of ideas into billion-dollar companies, and some are now taking the ultimate step of going public. In fact, by early 2025, nine African tech startups had reached “unicorn” status (valued over
Top 17 African Women in Biz Making Waves This Year
Africa has the highest rate of women in biz (female entrepreneurship) in the world—and this is no coincidence. It’s a testament to the grit, creativity, and deep sense of community that define African women. Across the continent, women are not just starting businesses out of necessity; they are increasingly building
Top 20 Programs for African Women in Tech
Programs for African women in tech represent powerful initiatives designed to close the gender gap in technology. These programs, including coding bootcamps, mentorship platforms, accelerator schemes, and advocacy campaigns, are catalyzing change, empowering women to thrive in STEM fields, spearhead tech startups, and reshape the continent’s digital future. In this
44 African Women in Tech Empowering the Next Generation of Innovators
“African Women in Tech” is not just a slogan; it’s a growing movement that reflects the rising wave of women who are innovating, leading, and breaking barriers in the technology sector. Despite structural barriers and cultural limitations, African women are creating startups, leading teams, building platforms, and transforming their communities.
17 New Trends in Food Processing in Africa This Year
The food processing sector in Africa is experiencing a rapid transformation driven by evolving consumer preferences, technological advancements, and policy initiatives aimed at enhancing food security and economic growth. As the continent urbanizes and its middle class expands, there is a growing demand for convenient, nutritious, and sustainably produced foods.
