An initiative by Google that provides resources and support to startups, including truQ.
Co-founder conflict forces CEO exit at Techstars-backed truQ
Williams Fatayo announced his resignation as CEO of truQ in a Medium post on July 12, 2025. Fatayo co-founded truQ in 2020 to automate short-haul logistics, initially focusing on B2C before shifting to B2B.
Google for Startups leads $1.4 million investment in Nigeria’s Platos Health
The global medical device market is projected to grow from $678.88 billion in 2025 to over $1.1 trillion by 2034. Platos Health, a Nigerian startup, has raised $1.4 million in pre-seed funding to scale its health monitoring platform.
Google-backed Platos Health raises $1.4 million pre-seed to roll out preventive health device across Nigeria
Platos Health raised $1.4 million in a pre-seed funding round led by Google for Startups. The funding will support the rollout of the Platos Body Monitor device across Nigeria.
Google-Backed African Startups Make Funding Breakthroughs But Gaps Remain
African startups backed by Google for Startups' Black Founders Fund have collectively raised $266 million from venture capitalists in the last three years. The Black Founders Fund provides startups with cash awards and Google Cloud credits, along with mentorship and product support.
BuuPass, Kenyan Mobility Startup, Targets Eight New African Markets by 2025
BuuPass plans to expand into eight new markets by 2025. The company has sold over 16 million travel tickets to date.
