TLcom Capital partner Ido Sum steps down after 14 years
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em 29/09/2025
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Ido Sum is leaving Africa-focused venture capital firm TLcom Capital after a 14-year run that saw him help close major funds and back key startups across the continent....
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Contactable raises $13.5M to expand digital identity verification platform across Africa
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em 26/09/2025
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South African identity verification startup secures funding led by Venture Capitalworks to scale KYC and onboarding solutions. The company plans to invest in AI capabilities, beneficial ownership verification, and payments integration while expanding into...
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Street Wallet expands reach with acquisition of tipping startup Digitip
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em 25/09/2025
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The deal boosts Street Wallet’s presence in KwaZulu-Natal and enhances its mission to bring informal workers and traders into the digital economy....
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Tracker launches Sayf app to strengthen personal and family safety
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em 24/09/2025
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With live tracking, proactive alerts, and SOS integration, Tracker’s new Sayf app aims to give families greater peace of mind in an environment where safety risks are a growing concern....
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Six African startups secure $400,000 in FINCA Ventures Competition
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em 19/09/2025
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Early-stage ventures in climate-smart agriculture and fintech receive catalytic funding and global exposure through FINCA Ventures’ flagship prize....
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Float secures $2.6M to accelerate growth in South Africa
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em 15/09/2025
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Fintech startup expands its card-linked instalment solution and prepares for international scaling....
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REdimension Capital completes ZAR250 million fund for property technology investment
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em 02/09/2025
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South African investment firm secures commitments exceeding US$10.5 million to target early-stage property technology companies. Fund focuses on sustainability and innovation in built environment through platform-based investment model.
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StraTech secures funding from VEA Capital Partners to expand corporate finance infrastructure in Africa
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em 26/08/2025
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The South African fintech will use the investment to grow its regional presence, strengthen its core platform, and expand hiring across engineering, operations, and commercial teams....
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AI-powered mental health platform targets vulnerable women across Africa
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em 20/08/2025
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South African technology company Eden AI introduces BlossomCare, a WhatsApp-based mental health support system for sex workers and pregnant teens. Platform provides 24/7 emotional support in multiple languages with referrals to professional services....
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Google launches R1 million startup accelerator program for South African AI companies
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em 19/08/2025
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Three-month hybrid program targets Seed to Series A technology startups using artificial intelligence and machine learning. Selected companies receive equity-free funding plus Google Cloud credits and technical mentorship through December 2025....
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South Africa’s R58 million boost aims to elevate next generation of tech entrepreneurs
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em 14/08/2025
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A new partnership between Telkom FutureMakers and Aions Creative Technology channels funding, mentorship, and strategic support to help emerging startups scale and secure investment....
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South African Flood Secures $2.5M for SuperApp Technology
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em 06/08/2025
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S-AaaS technology enables financial institutions and mobile operators to integrate e-commerce directly into existing apps, reaching millions of users without requiring new downloads in emerging markets...
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Squirrel Away launches micro-investment platform for children in South Africa
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em 30/07/2025
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South African financial technology startup introduces micro-investment platform allowing families to build children's wealth through ETFs, targeting country's significant unbanked population with community-focused gifting approach.
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HAVAÍC secures $25 million in second close of african innovation fund 3
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em 30/07/2025
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With backing from Sanlam Multi-Manager, Fireball Capital and the SA SME Fund, the venture capital firm strengthens its commitment to early-stage African tech startups and innovation with global potential....
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South African HR tech startup Jem secures Zuko Mdwaba as strategic partner and investor
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em 30/07/2025
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Technology veteran who built Salesforce and Workday's African operations joins the company focused on financial and HR solutions for frontline employees as it targets enterprise market expansion....
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Visa Opens applications for next round of African Fintech Support Program
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em 15/07/2025
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Initiative offers early-stage startups mentorship, tools, and funding connections as part of Visa’s broader investment in Africa’s digital financial future....
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Bfree raises $3M to tackle distressed loans and boost financial inclusion in Africa
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em 11/07/2025
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Nigerian fintech secures funding to acquire non-performing loan portfolios and improve recovery strategies across the continent....
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Knife Capital announces fresh investments in South African startups as part of 15-year milestone
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em 04/07/2025
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The Cape Town-based VC firm is backing fintech Sticitt and optometry disruptor Optique through its second fund, aiming to boost innovation-driven growth across South Africa....
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AWS opens applications for the 2025 generative AI accelerator to support startups building foundational AI
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em 17/06/2025
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AWS will award each selected startup up to $1 million in credits and mentorship, education, and access to enterprise-grade expertise to help them build and scale transformative generative AI technologies...
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Salus Cloud raises $3.7M to bring AI-powered DevSecOps to Africa and Middle East
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em 13/06/2025
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The seed funding will help the startup scale its secure software delivery platform, addressing critical gaps for SMEs and startups in high-growth markets....
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