Google-Backed African Startups Make Funding Breakthroughs But Gaps Remain
African startups backed by Google for Startups' Black Founders Fund have collectively raised $266 million from venture capitalists in the last three years. The Black Founders Fund provides startups with cash awards and Google Cloud credits, along with mentorship and product support.
BuuPass, Kenyan Mobility Startup, Targets Eight New African Markets by 2025
BuuPass plans to expand into eight new markets by 2025. The company has sold over 16 million travel tickets to date.
