Browsing: Innovation

SANSA, the South African National Space Agency, breaks ground for their Lunar Exploration Ground Sites antenna.

Here, we speak to Diana Teoh, Head of Investment and Growth at GetFundedAfrica about their offerings and to gain insight into the startup scene and the challenges faced when startups seek investment.

EBRD and Egypt’s Ministry of Planning and Economic Development will sign an agreement to support six startups that focus on green issues and sustainability.

Blnk, an Egyptian fintech startup, aims to improve financial inclusion among underserved communities across the country.

MENA startups have raised USD 646 million over 69 deals in October, taking 2022’s total raised to USD 3 billion over 551 deals, according to a report by Wamda and Digital Digest.

WafR enables retail brands to offer smart promotions to grocers and is now valued at USD 10.12 million.

Yassir aims to provide a range of services from ride sharing to financial services and food and grocery delivery.

ClimaTech Run sees eight African firms reach the last 15. All the shortlisted startups are involved in combatting climate change and hail from a range of different sectors.

Payhippo, a Nigerian digital lender has acquired Maritime, enabling Payhippo to access Nigeria’s Inter-bank Settlement System.

Spotter is a Moroccan startup aiming to help companies verify cheques and assess customers’ creditworthiness.