Côte d’Ivoire’s CDC-CI Capital Invests $1.4 Million in Payments Startup Julaya to Boost Regional Expansion
Tech In Africa - Oct 20, 2025
CDC-CI Capital invested 800 million CFA francs in Julaya through a convertible bond agreement. The investment was signed on October 17, 2025, marking a significant step in supporting local fintech ventures.
Ivorian fintech Djamo secures first microfinance licence with no objection from the BCEAO
Bendada.com - Sep 14, 2025
Djamo secured a microfinance license from BCEAO after a 3-year process. It is the first fintech in West Africa to obtain such a license.
Ivorian Fintech Djamo Raises $17M in Latest Funding Round
Tech Labari - Apr 03, 2025
Djamo raised $17 million in its latest funding round, the largest for an Ivorian startup. The startup plans to expand its product suite for retail users and small businesses.
Y Combinator neobank Djamo raises $17M with 1M users across Francophone Africa
TechCrunch - Apr 03, 2025
Djamo raised $17 million to expand its product suite and services. The funding round is the largest ever for an Ivorian startup, surpassing Djamo's previous $14 million Series A.
November Surge: African Startups Secure $180M, Pushing 2024 Funding Close to $2 Billion
Tech In Africa - Dec 05, 2024
32 African startups raised $180 million in November 2024. Sun King received $80 million in debt funding, accounting for 44% of November's total.