Africa’s Startups Surge in April 2025: Signs of a Stronger, More Resilient Funding Recovery
- African start-ups secured $343 million in April 2025 through deals exceeding $100,000.
- This funding marks a 4.5 times increase compared to April 2024.
- hearX, a South African healthtech company, secured $100 million through a merger with U.S.-based Eargo.
The significant increase in funding and the diversity of investments in African start-ups indicate a robust recovery and growing investor confidence in the continent's potential. However, it is essential to maintain this momentum and ensure that the growth is sustainable in the long term.
