The Complete Tech & Startup Glossary for Founders and Investors
As Africa’s startup ecosystem accelerates, founders, investors and operators are set to encounter an ever-expanding universe of jargon, metrics
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Startups
Explore funding rounds, investment opportunities, and the latest innovations from African startups.
Sanlam Fintech Accelerator Now Open
The Sanlam Foundation, in partnership with business development specialist Edge Growth, has opened applications for the Sanlam Group ESD Accelerator
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Africa’s Top 4 Startup Hubs in 2025: SA, Kenya, Nigeria & Egypt
Africa is emerging as one of the world’s most dynamic environments for startup innovation. From fintech disruptors like TymeBank,
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Convertible Loans for Startups: SA Guide to Early Funding
When it comes to financing your startup, most founders turn to private investors such as angel investors and venture capitalists.
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Visa Opens 2025 Africa Fintech Accelerator Applications
Startups across Africa can now apply for the fifth edition of the Visa Africa Fintech Accelerator. The programme is open
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How SA Startups Scale: Lessons from Top Founders
The journey from startup to scale is seldom straightforward. While many founders begin with a big idea, only a few
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Standard Bank Invests R400m in Paymenow to Expand EWA in Africa
The Standard Bank Group (Standard Bank) has extended a R400 million working capital facility to local earned wage access (EWA)
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Stitch Acquires Efficacy Payments to Launch Direct Card Clearing in SA
Local fintech Stitch has acquired Efficacy Payments, a digital payments company that specialises in card acquiring and cash deposit solutions.
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Startup Profile: How AURA Is Disrupting Emergency Response with Smart Tech
In a world where emergency response can be the difference between life and death, South African startup AURA is stepping
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Equity vs Debt Funding for Startups: SAFEs, Valuation & Dilution Explained
When it comes to funding a startup, most founders immediately think of equity investments. Debt financing, by comparison, remains a
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Wave Secures €117M to Expand Mobile Money in Africa
African financial services startup, Wave Mobile Money (Wave), has secured €117m (+$2.4 billion) in debt financing to expand its
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Legal Essentials for SA Startup Founders: Vesting & Cap Tables
At StartupClubZA’s recent Founder Day in Johannesburg, a legal masterclass - hosted by Adrian Dommisse of Dommisse Attorneys unpacked
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