The 10 biggest African startup fundraises in 2025
- Global VC funding reached approximately $366.8 billion by late 2025.
- AI companies secured a record-breaking $192.7 billion, marking over half of all global VC funding.
- African startups raised $2.8 billion by August 2025, surpassing 2024’s total.
The significant increase in venture capital funding, especially in AI and cleantech sectors, indicates a robust investment climate in Africa. However, the decline of Nigeria as a funding leader raises questions about the sustainability of its startup ecosystem and the need for strategic pivots to regain investor confidence.
