African startups raised less in August, but the broader picture remains encouraging
Tech In Africa - Sep 08, 2025
Africa's entrepreneurs secured $93 million across 33 deals in August 2025. Chowdeck raised $9 million in Series A funding, enhancing its food delivery services.
Chowdeck raises $9 million to launch quick commerce strategy and expand operations
TechCabal - Aug 11, 2025
Chowdeck raised $9 million in Series A funding to expand its quick commerce strategy. The funding round was led by Novastar Ventures with participation from Y Combinator and others.
Profitable Nigerian food delivery Chowdeck lands $9M from Novastar, Y Combinator
TechCrunch - Aug 11, 2025
Chowdeck raised $9 million in Series A funding to expand its quick commerce strategy. The startup operates in 11 cities across Nigeria and Ghana, serving 1.5 million customers.
Chowdeck raises $9 million to fuel Nigeria, Ghana expansion
Bendada.com - Aug 11, 2025
Chowdeck secured $9 million in Series A funding to expand into Nigeria and Ghana. The funding round was led by Novastar Ventures with participation from Y Combinator and others.
Condia Insider: Chowdeck cracks Ghana in record time
Bendada.com - Aug 01, 2025
MTN Nigeria reported a ₦414 billion profit in H1 2025, driven by a stable FX and increased data usage. Treepz, a Nigerian mobility startup, launched operations in Canada with the University of Toronto as its first client.