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Cape Town Payments Startup Moment Lands $22 Million Series A With Canal+ Joining the Cap Table
Moment, a payments infrastructure company, has successfully raised $22 million in a Series A funding round to enhance its collections and billing platform, bringing its total funding to $55 million. The company aims to address payment fragmentation in Africa by providing a unified payment solution t
Tech In Africa - Aug 06, 2026
Debt Now Drives Nearly Three-Quarters of African Startup Funding as Equity Hits a Multi-Year Low
In July 2026, African startups raised $102 million across 44 disclosed funding rounds, marking a significant decline in total funding compared to previous months. Equity funding fell to its lowest level since April 2019, with debt financing making up 74% of the total raised. This shift indicates a t
Tech In Africa - Aug 06, 2026
Beyond Starlink: What SpaceX’s mobile network means for Africa
SpaceX has confirmed its intention to build ground-based telecommunications infrastructure alongside its Starlink satellite network, aiming to compete with major US wireless carriers. The company plans to develop a mobile service that combines satellite and terrestrial networks, enhancing connectivi
TechTrendsKE - Aug 06, 2026
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Jun 24, 2026
Female Founders - Active Funding Opportunities
For women founders scaling early-stage companies or seeking targeted funding, these specialized programs are open for applications: 1.…
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Jun 10, 2026
🚀 Active Funding & Accelerator Opportunities for African Startups (June & July 2026)
For founders scaling an MVP or seeking seed-stage investment, here are some programs that are currently accepting applications:…
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