Country in Southern Africa, home to 4C Predictions, challenging perceptions about AI innovation.
Nigeria lags behind in startup funding after four-year dominance
African startups raised about $2.8 billion in funding by August 2025. Kenya raised $879 million and South Africa $848 million, surpassing Nigeria's $186 million.
5 Strategies to Manage Debt and Interest Rates in 2025
39% of households expect to miss a bill or loan payment, indicating economic pressure. 31% of consumers are accelerating debt repayment to manage high-interest loans.
The Rise of AI Startups in Africa: Tools, Trends & Talent
South Africa is leading the AI landscape with strong telecom and financial sectors. Nigeria is emerging as a significant AI hub, particularly in credit scoring and agriculture.
Stablecoins make up 43% of Sub-Saharan Africa’s crypto transactions in 2024
Corporate transactions involving stablecoins are projected to grow by 25% in 2024. Stablecoins accounted for 43% of total crypto transaction volume in Sub-Saharan Africa in 2024.
Google for Startups Accelerator 2025: Empowering South African AI Innovators
Google has opened applications for the 2025 GFSA program in South Africa targeting AI and machine learning startups. Selected startups will receive R1 million in equity-free funding.
