Startups
Dive into the world of founders, early-stage companies, product launches, and startup funding shaping the future of tech in Africa and beyond.
Rayda: Giving Companies Radar-Like Visibility Over Their Devices
In 2023, Africa’s biotech ecosystem was shaken when 54gene, one of the continent’s most prominent biotech startups, shut down. The company had once...
Cash Flow Challenges in Startups and How to Tackle Them
The journey of a startup typically begins with a clear vision, innovative ideas, and a strong commitment to success. Founders set out with...
Vale Finance: Redefining Financial Services in Nigeria
In recent years, Nigeria’s fintech space has exploded with innovation, offering faster, smarter, and more user-friendly ways to handle money. At the heart...
From PoS agents to fintech founders, this startup wants to challenge Moniepoint, OPay, others
Bello Kano and Tayo Akintoye have been PoS agents since 2018, long before Moniepoint and OPay came to dominate the market. “It was...
OurPass promised one-click checkout. Now its employees are checking out
When OurPass secured its pre-seed funding in September 2021, its stated ambition was to become the “Fast for Africa.” Yet, the company it sought to...
From Frustration to Innovation: How iPayBTC is on a Mission to “Bitcoinise Africa”
In 2020, as the world went into lockdown and global systems faltered, one Nigerian entrepreneur stumbled upon a problem that millions of Africans...
Ajua acquires Rate My Service to strengthen customer experience leadership across Africa
Ajua, Africa’s foremost customer experience platform, has announced its acquisition of Rate My Service (RMS), a Kenyan customer and employee experience platform. This...
The Tasck Agency: MI Abaga’s New Play: Building Bridges Between Creatives and Brands.
In Nigeria’s vibrant creative economy, talent is everywhere, but opportunities often aren’t. Many young designers, videographers, writers, and musicians struggle to get noticed...
