Africa
This section tracks venture capital activity across Africa’s fast-growing startup and technology landscape.
April 27, 2026
Swoop raises $7.3M Seed to launch food delivery in Nigeria
Eswatini-founded Swoop has secured $7.3 million in seed capital to enter Nigeria through food delivery, using Lagos as the first test case for its wider super-app ambitions.
December 4, 2025
Africa’s 10 biggest startup fundraises of 2025: A year defined by debt deals and cleantech momentum
Africa’s startup ecosystem staged one of its strongest years yet, crossing $2.8 billion in funding by August 2025 and delivering a wave of debt-driven megadeals across cleantech, fintech, mobility and proptech. The continent’s ten largest raises show how investors are backing companies with proven cash flows and disciplined growth models, marking a decisive shift toward structured financing and large-scale infrastructure plays.