African venture capital in Q2 2026 reflects divergence. Funding for African startups edged higher in the first half of 2026, reaching $1.44 billion compared with $1.42 billion a year earlier, according to TechCabal Insights.
Access Bank Group, a leading multinational bank, has launched a groundbreaking solution in partnership with Mastercard to expand access to cross-border payments and remittances across Africa. This innovative collaboration aims to bring the continent closer to the global economy.
54gene co-founder and CEO, Abasi Ene-Obong, has resigned as CEO of the US-based, African-focused health tech startup. Meanwhile, Teresia L. Bost, the company’s General Counsel, has been named interim
Convertedin, an Egyptian startup that operates a marketing operating system for e-commerce brands, announced today that it has raised $3 million in a seed round led by Saudi-based Merak Capital,
Stllr Network, the largest network of vetted freelancers and teams in MENA, has secured a six-figure investment round following a public beta launch from 500 Global angel investors through Women
Nigerian-based B2B retail marketplace for informal retailers, BetaStore has secured $2.5 Million in a pre-series A round led by 500 Global, with participation from VestedWorld, and Loyal VC to
