One of Africaβs most successful founders is back with a new AI startup and already raised $9M
TechCrunch | Tage Kene-Okafor - Jun 04, 2025

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- Karim Jouini and Jihed Othmani sold Expensya to Medius in a notable acquisition for over $120 million.
- The founders vowed to avoid future startups but were drawn back by the potential of generative AI.
- Thunder Code, their new venture, has raised $9 million in seed funding within six months.
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The transition from expense management to software testing represents a strategic pivot that leverages the founders' past experiences while addressing a critical market need. Thunder Code's focus on speed and AI integration could disrupt traditional testing methods, making it a compelling case for investors and stakeholders in the tech industry.
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