African Startup Funding Hits $1.4 Billion in H1 2026 as June Sparks Recovery
African start-ups raised close to $1.4 billion in funding during the first half of 2026, delivering a funding
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When it comes to financing your startup, most founders turn to private investors such as angel investors and venture capitalists. These investors are ideal for a tech startup; however, they are not the only option. Early-stage ventures need to be intentional with the funding mechanisms they choose, this way they can find the funding that aligns with their business needs, and one of those ways is convertible loans.
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