M-KOPA is a UK-based fintech company that produces smartphones integrated with financial services to promote financial inclusion in Africa.
M-KOPA Hits 3M Active Customers, Deploys $2B in Credit
M-KOPA has surpassed 3 million active customers as of 2025, up from 2 million in 2023. 9 out of 10 active customers report that M-KOPA has improved their quality of life, an increase from 8 out of 10 last year.
Startup Valuation in Africa: How Much Is Your Idea Really Worth?
Valuation methods for African startups include Discounted Cash Flow (DCF), Comparable Company Analysis, and Scorecard/Berkus methods. Challenges in valuing African startups include limited data, currency risks, and uneven funding distribution.
Top 10 Pitch Decks from African Startups That Actually Raised Money
Andela achieved unicorn status with a valuation of $1.5 billion by showcasing its global talent marketplace and strategic partnerships. Flutterwave positioned itself as critical infrastructure for cross-border payments in Africa, emphasizing its understanding of local market complexities.
African Startups vs Global Startups: What Makes Us Different?
African startups raised $3.3 billion in 2022, significantly less than the $215.9 billion raised by U.S. startups. Over 600 million Africans lack reliable electricity, prompting companies like M-KOPA to provide pay-as-you-go solar systems.
Condia Insider: Mastercard Giveth, 54 Collective…?
54 Collective is facing liquidation after allegedly misusing over $42 million from a Mastercard Foundation grant. The group rerouted $4.59 million to its for-profit counterpart Founders Factory Africa without permission.
