The world's largest autonomous logistics system, specializing in drone-based medical supply delivery.
How African Startups Are Beating Global Giants with Local Innovation
From January to May 2025, African startups raised over $1 billion in funding, a 40% increase compared to the same period in 2024. Sub-Saharan Africa has 90 mobile subscriptions per 100 people, enabling startups to reach users directly.
How old narratives still shape the future of African startups
Africa represents 17% of the world’s internet users, with countries like Morocco and Nigeria leading in internet and mobile penetration. The continent is home to unicorns like Moniepoint, MNT-Halan, and Wave, demonstrating its capability to produce globally competitive startups.
African startups undervalued globally due to poor storytelling, report says
African startups are often overlooked due to poor storytelling and a lack of strategic narrative. A 2021 Village Capital report ranked communications as one of the most underfunded capabilities among African startups.
Zipline Drones Cut Maternal Deaths by 56% in Ghana
Zipline's drone delivery system has cut maternal deaths by 56.4% at health facilities in Ghana's Ashanti Region. The study analyzed 191 health facilities from 2017 to 2022.
