What do investors want to see in African AI startups?
- AI startups globally attracted over $100 billion in funding in the first half of 2025, with Africa's share steadily expanding.
- Eight African startups raised over $40 million this year, showcasing the continent's growing AI investment landscape.
- Enza Capital invested in Widebot AI, focusing on AI solutions that address infrastructure gaps in Africa.
The potential for AI innovation in Africa is significant, but it requires a shift in investment strategies to focus on long-term support and context-specific solutions. Investors should prioritize partnerships and infrastructure development to nurture the continent's unique AI landscape, rather than relying solely on short-term gains.
