Fintech and Logistics Dominate African Start-up Funding in H1 2026
African startups raised $1.35 billion in the first half of 2026 (excluding exits), but the headline figure masks an
Venture building is one of the strongest ecosystem enablers in South Africa. Venture builders play a crucial role in helping
Minister Solly Malatsi of the Department of Communications and Digital Technologies (DCDT) issued a government gazette notice on 23 May
As the startup ecosystem in South Africa (SA) expands and grows, there is a significant increase in international investors. From
A few weeks ago, Tech Africa received the opportunity to review Samsung’s newest flagship model the Galaxy S25+. Marketed
Johannesburg has overtaken Cape Town to become South Africa’s leading startup ecosystem, according to the 2025 Global Startup Ecosystem
The Department of Science, Technology and Innovation's (DSTI) Innovation Bridge Portal, in partnership with the Council for Scientific
Emergency response platform AURA has secured R273 million (€13.5 million) in a Series B funding round co-led by
South Africa’s tech and startup ecosystem is steadily gaining momentum, with major hubs such Johannesburg, Cape Town and Durban
The South African Venture Capital and Private Equity Association (SAVCA) has announced the departure of its Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
The Johannesburg Business School at the University of Johannesburg (UJ), in partnership with Google.org have launched a two-year
South Africa has a strict regulatory framework designed to protect the interests of South Africans and local businesses. While many
Local WhatsApp-based safety platform Community Wolf has secured an R8 million (approximately £340,000) investment, in a funding round
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