Knife Capital Backs EdTech and HealthTech Startups as It Marks 15 Years of Impact Investing
Knife Capital announces two new Series A investments in Sticitt and Optique. Sticitt, founded in 2018, has over 75,000 users and has facilitated transactions exceeding ZAR 6.3 billion.
Voice tech startup Intron launches new AI models amid broader sector expansion
Intron is introducing three new AI models: Sahara-Optimus, Sahara-TTS, and Sahara Voice-Lock. The company has expanded its capabilities to serve the Ogun State Judiciary in Nigeria.
Top Industries for CSR Grants in African Tech
Fintech sector raised $1.04 billion in CSR funding in 2024, focusing on financial inclusion. Women-led startups secured 8.2% of African tech funding in 2023, up from 2.8% in 2022.
BAS Group targets Nigeria’s $236 billion credit gap with Zuvy acquisition
BAS Group acquired a majority stake in Zuvy Technologies, gaining operational control. All institutional investors in Zuvy were bought out as part of the acquisition.
INSIGHT INTO AFRICA’S EMERGING VC LANDSCAPE THROUGH HIRUY AMANUEL, A LEADING AFRICAN INVESTOR
Hiruy Amanuel is a pioneering venture capitalist committed to unlocking Africa's economic potential. He identifies the lack of talent development and infrastructure as major challenges for Africa's startup ecosystem.
