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Africa’s Startups Crossed $705 Million in Q1 2026 — and Debt Is Now Driving the Story
In Q1 2026, Africa's startup ecosystem saw 59 deals across 14 countries, totaling approximately $705 million in funding, with a notable shift towards debt financing. Debt instruments accounted for nearly a third of all deals, surpassing equity in capital volume, as growth-stage companies attracted t
Tech In Africa - Apr 10, 2026
NectarFi Closes $170K Pre-Seed to Build a Full-Stack On-Chain Financial Life for Crypto Users
NectarFi, a Nigerian startup that emerged from a hackathon, has successfully closed a pre-seed funding round and launched its platform, which aims to streamline the crypto finance experience. The application offers a comprehensive financial toolkit, enabling users to manage digital assets, transact
Tech In Africa - Apr 15, 2026
Visa’s Africa Fintech Accelerator Crosses 100-Startup Milestone and Opens Sixth Cohort
Visa's Africa Fintech Accelerator has surpassed 100 supported startups since its inception, marking a significant milestone during the Cohort 5 Demo Day at GITEX Africa. The accelerator has fostered 104 startups with a combined valuation of $1.4 billion, showcasing the diversity of Africa's fintech
Tech In Africa - Apr 15, 2026
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Apr 13, 2026
🚀 Call for Coaches & Reviewers — World Product Day 2026
The builders are ready. Now we need the leaders. As part of World Product Day Lagos 2026, we’re…
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Apr 11, 2026
Hadu x Innovate Africa Fund: From Problem to Prototype
For World Product Day 2026, Innovate Africa Fund is calling on builders, thinkers, and creators. Form a team,…
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