Ibn Bacar
An editor focused on spotlighting African startups, investments, technology, Islamic finance, and halal industries, curating stories that highlight the foundations of Africa’s evolving innovation ecosystem.
Autochek acquires CoinAfrique to accelerate expansion across Francophone Africa
Autochek, the automotive technology company making car ownership more accessible and affordable across Africa, has announced the acquisition of CoinAfrique, the leading platform for classified...
Equity crowdfunding platform raises over R6m for two businesses in 6...
Two African businesses have reached their minimum funding goals, raising over R6 million in just six weeks through equity crowdfunding.
The fundraise was facilitated by GoGetta,...
Call for Applications: GrowUp Incubator for green social businesses
About GrowUp Incubator for green social businesses
2022 cohort: Sustainable Food Systems
It’s time for your social business to GrowUp! The Yunus Environment Hub's incubation program...
Meet Navalayo Osembo-Ombati, Co-Founder and CEO of Enda
startupafricas.com had an amazing interview with Navalayo Osembo-Ombati, founder of the Keyan shoe line designed to be straightforward, no-gimmicks, with classic yet contemporary looks.
or those...
The Journey of Ghirmay Abraham, Founder & CEO of Aptech
We asked Zeray Abraham, the founder, and CEO of Aptech Africa Ltd about the success of his startup and how he plans to scale...
Meet Yvette Ishimwe, Founder and CEO, IRIBA Water Group
hen asked about how is IRIBA innovative startup, Yvette Ishimwe told our team: "We are solving the water problem in a technology-based way"
To find out...
Industrializing food processing in Africa
n times of chaos and crisis in Africa, taking people out of rural poverty to industrialisation becomes an unmet need. Releaf, a Nigerian startup...
The story of Charlot Magayi. Helping mothers keep their children safe
harlot Magayi is the founder and CEO of Mukuru Clean Stoves. Orphaned at the age of 10, Charlot grew up in Mukuru, one of...
Interview with Violet Amoabeng, Founder and CEO, Skin Gourmet
Startup Africa had an interesting interview with Violet Amoabeng, Founder and CEO, Skin Gourmet, a RAW Handmade Skincare Sourced from the WILD of GHANA and is...
Meet Chidi Nwaogu, Co-Founder and CEO at Publiseer
Startup Africa News had an amazing interview with Chidi Nwaogu, a serial tech entrepreneur from Nigeria, co-founder and CEO at Publiseer, and one of...
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DR Congo’s €8B Digital Plan: Telecom, Data Centers and 700,000 Jobs by 2030
The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has unveiled an ambitious €8 billion ($8.8 billion) digital transformation plan for 2026–2030, aimed at expanding connectivity, modernising...
Kenya dominates Africa Entrepreneurship Awards 2026
The awards ceremony took place during the 13th Sankalp Africa Summit, organised by Aavishkaar Group, Intellecap and Sankalp Forum. The summit convened more than...
Moroccan Fintech WafR Secures $4M to Digitise 20,000 Corner Stores
Morocco-based fintech WafR has raised $4 million in an oversubscribed seed round to accelerate its expansion of last-mile financial services across the country. The...
Only four african countries absorbed 72% of $4.1B startup funding in 2025
Africa’s startup ecosystem raised $4.1 billion in 2025, marking a 25% increase from the previous year. After two years of declining venture flows, the...
Northern Mozambique Gets $2 Million Boost for Small Business Growth
Northern Mozambique has received a fresh economic stimulus with the launch of a US$2 million financing line aimed at supporting micro and small enterprises...
