African Tech Startup Ecosystem Witnesses Record Funding Decline in Q1 2024: A Closer Look
African tech startup sector experienced its most significant quarterly funding decline since 2020, as about 120 startups managed to raise a combined $466 million, marking a concerning -27% decrease compared to the $649 million raised in Q1 2023.
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