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When people talk about African startups, the same few companies usually dominate the conversation. But across the continent, a new generation of founders is building powerful solutions in agriculture, artificial intelligence, healthcare and data science.
From Nigerian innovators improving palm oil processing to Tunisian engineers developing advanced AI systems, these startups show how African creativity continues to expand across industries

From local SMEs to marketing agencies, Midiarack gives businesses the power to plan, book, and manage media campaigns effortlessly across Ghana.

Terrahaptix secures $22m in fresh funding led by Lux Capital, lifting total capital to $34m and valuation to $100m as it expands security operations globally.

Nelly Chatue-Diop, founder of Ejara, brought cryptocurrency and digital investments to everyday Africans. Through her vision, education, and a non-custodial mobile platform, she empowered thousands across Francophone Africa to save, invest, and grow their wealth responsibly.

Talksign has launched Talksign-1, an AI model that translates American Sign Language into speech in under 100 milliseconds. The system recognises 250 signs and works directly in a web browser, marking a major step forward for accessibility technology.

From a boy who dodged farm chores to the CEO of Farmerline, Alloysius Attah is changing African agriculture. Through technology, he’s giving millions of farmers access to knowledge, markets, and opportunities once out of reach.

Kolomoni is making financial services accessible, practical, and rewarding for Nigerians and small business owners. Here’s everything we know about them.

Flutterwave has acquired Nigerian fintech Mono, combining payments and open banking data in a landmark deal. The acquisition positions both companies for rapid growth across Africa, while investors enjoy strong returns. Mono will continue to operate independently, providing APIs that power account verification, payments, and data-driven credit solutions.

Africa Startup Festival Lagos 2025 gathers founders, investors, and innovators for a high-impact day of ideas, culture, and deal-making. Here’s everything you need to know about the continent’s biggest year-end tech gathering.

Moove, a Nigerian-born mobility fintech, is helping gig drivers across Africa, Asia, and beyond access vehicles and financial tools. Founded by Ladi Delano and Jide Odunsi, the Uber-backed startup is redefining mobility finance and proving that purpose-driven innovation can scale globally.