8 lessons from failed African startups and what they teach us
Startup failure is usually spoken about in whispers. If it is spoken about at all. We celebrate funding rounds, flashy launches, and rapid growth. We share screenshots of dashboards going up and to the right. But the startups that quietly shut down, pivot into something unrecognizable, or simply fade away
Top 10 African countries poised for EV investment and evolution
While often overlooked in global EV outlooks, the African continent is rapidly positioning itself as a key player, both as a burgeoning market for electric mobility and as a source of critical battery minerals. With volatile global oil prices and aggressive global decarbonization goals, several African nations are implementing proactive
Top 10 Acquisitions in Africa in 2025
Despite interest rates, VC funding, and geopolitical tensions, merger and acquisition activity stayed active in 2025, especially across fintech, mobility, telecoms, prop-tech, and software. A number of deals were completed across Nigeria, South Africa, East Africa, Europe, and the Middle East. While many of the transactions were modest compared to
How to Pay Your Taxes in Nigeria in 2026 – A Step-by-step Guide
Nigeria’s tax system is changing in January 2026. Social media is full of panic and half-truths about what the new Tax Act means. Even roadside vulcanizers know something’s coming, but few understand what to do. The new tax system isn’t as scary as Twitter makes it seem. But it does
Top 10 African startup fundraises in 2025
Global venture capital hit about $366.8 billion by late 2025. More than half of that money went into artificial intelligence companies, which is the first time one sector has taken such a big share. But while the world was busy talking about AI, Africa was writing its own story. By
12 African Fintech Startups Offering Cross-border Payment Solutions This Year
It’s funny how sending money across borders feels like a solved problem until you actually try to do it in Africa. This gets worse when you’re trying to receive money from the US or Europe. You jump between apps, wait for approvals and that haunting “your bank does not support
14 African Startups to Watch in the Technology Sector in 2026 & Beyond
Africa’s startup ecosystem is not just growing, it’s exploding. In recent years, technology entrepreneurs across the continent have launched companies that are solving uniquely African problems with globally relevant innovation. Whether it’s fintech making financial services accessible, agritech digitizing supply chains, AI boosting health and accessibility, or green mobility powering
How to Build a Growth Strategy that Fits Your Stage
Every business wants to grow, but not every growth strategy is built the same. A playbook that works for a fledgling startup may fail spectacularly for a mature company. To truly scale, you need a growth strategy tailored to your current stage, backed by data, and grounded in reality. In
Hiring Your First 10 Employees: What Every Founder Learns the Hard Way
Starting a business is thrilling. The idea, the hustle, the late nights, they all feel electric. But at some point, usually sooner than you expect, reality sets in: you cannot do it alone. That’s when hiring your first 10 employees becomes less of a milestone and more of a make-or-break
7 Pricing Strategies that Actually Work in African Markets
Setting prices in Africa isn’t just about adding a margin on cost. It’s about understanding markets that are dynamic, unpredictable, and rich with nuance. You have deeply value-conscious consumers, channels that range from high-end e-commerce to crowded informal markets, and currencies that can fluctuate drastically in a matter of months.
