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News on African tech innovation, investment, and acceleration

We have made it easier for you to access key information about the current landscape of investments and crowdfunding in Africa, and how can it be an empowering tool to bridge the funding gap for startups in the continent.

image of Kosta Scholiadis, CEO of Street Wallet

Street Wallet Is Digitizing Everyday Payments for Africa’s Informal Workforce

Born from everyday friction on Cape Town streets, Street Wallet empowers informal traders and car guards with digital QR code payments, no bank account or app needed.

Mandilakhe Somdle

Jul 213 min read

image of the Everest Foundation for Empowerment team on stage at the AfricArena Lagos Summit

Everest Foundation for Empowerment: Powering Purpose Behind the Scenes in Nigeria

AfricArena highlights the inspiring behind-the-scenes work of Everest Foundation for Empowerment, a grassroots organization based in Nigeria that played a critical role in the success of the AfricArena Lagos Summit.

Mandilakhe Somdle

Jul 143 min read

image of Michael Osumune, Founder of Moon Innovations

Moon Innovations Is Building Africa’s Smart Infrastructure From the Ground Up

Moon Innovations is tackling Africa’s infrastructure deficit by delivering electricity, internet, and AI-powered security, all from a single solar-powered box.

Mandilakhe Somdle

Jun 303 min read