Series A AI Startups in Africa

Startup Map Africa tracks the most active AI startups and tech companies across the continent. Filter by country, stage, and fundraising status — or explore the full Africa startups database.

A curated selection of African tech companies solving critical infrastructure, financial, and logistical challenges across the continent.

Everything Data
Kenya
Edtech & Analytics

A data community bridging data literacy across Africa through mentorship, training, partnerships and events.

Nova Fleet
Kenya
Logistics

Smart fleet management for owners and drivers: tracking, alerts, leases, and payments in one dashboard.

Justxpend Technologies
Nigeria
Fintech

Spend crypto as fiat, send professional invoices, and gift friends — all directly from WhatsApp. No app needed.

Kasi Desert Circuit
Kenya
Cleantech

Manufacturing batteries for EVs and ESS systems targeting last-mile electrification and the e-mobility transition.

Zemi
Kenya
Fintech / E-commerce

Secure, delivery-linked payments that protect buyers and sellers in informal and high-value online commerce.

PredictLix
Kenya
AI & Analytics

A free football predictions platform powered by AI and mathematical analysis.

Khatma Cathi
Kenya
Food & Beverage

Organic energy drink juice formulated for energy, mental clarity and focus.

NexLynk Engineers
Kenya
Engineering / HR

Connecting startups with engineering students for hands-on projects while mapping talent for future roles.

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Name One-liner Country Sector Stage Raising
Aufort Redefining Money For Africa Estonia Fintech Retail E-commerce Series A Actively Raising
Aura Derma We are simplifying skin care for women, through fewer steps and few products. Kenya Retail E-commerce Consumer Services Series A Actively Raising
home_254 home_254 is a Made in Kenya fashion brand that focuses not only selling quality products but feeling of belonging. Kenya Manufacturing Retail Series A Actively Raising
Kite Holdings Limited Kite is building in person tech to harness value for all stakeholders in high traffic areas using physical tech and AI Kenya Entertainment Creative Industries Retail Series A Actively Raising
Ohana Family Wear Limited Ohana Family Wear creates African-inspired swimwear for families, blending comfort, culture, and local craftsmanship. Kenya Manufacturing Retail E-commerce Series A Actively Raising
Omnishades Worldwide Omnishades is building the Sephora of Africa Kenya Retail Series A Actively Raising
SPICE Spice Without Borders is developing programs and platforms to help changemakers and marginalized communities amplify the Kenya Media Entertainment Creative Industries Series A Actively Raising

Aufort

Actively Raising

Redefining Money For Africa

Estonia Fintech Retail E-commerce Series A

Aura Derma

Actively Raising

We are simplifying skin care for women, through fewer steps and few products.

Kenya Retail E-commerce Consumer Services Series A

home_254

Actively Raising

home_254 is a Made in Kenya fashion brand that focuses not only selling quality products but feeling of belonging.

Kenya Manufacturing Retail Series A

Kite Holdings Limited

Actively Raising

Kite is building in person tech to harness value for all stakeholders in high traffic areas using physical tech and AI

Kenya Entertainment Creative Industries Retail Series A

Ohana Family Wear Limited

Actively Raising

Ohana Family Wear creates African-inspired swimwear for families, blending comfort, culture, and local craftsmanship.

Kenya Manufacturing Retail E-commerce Series A

Omnishades Worldwide

Actively Raising

Omnishades is building the Sephora of Africa

Kenya Retail Series A

SPICE

Actively Raising

Spice Without Borders is developing programs and platforms to help changemakers and marginalized communities amplify the

Kenya Media Entertainment Creative Industries Series A

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Cayanda Idea South Africa FinTech Access global markets, diversify investments, and build wealth through one powerful platform.
Equilua Seed Angola — Infrastructure fintech for Angola
TheEntered Idea Nigeria Consumer Apps / Social A private members-only platform for ambitious Africans to find love and the professional connections worth keeping.
Bizella Pre Seed Ghana Services MarketPlace Ghana-based marketplace for booking verified home service providers
Neosoft Investment Ltd Pre Seed Zambia Agritech NeoSoft Tech builds AI tools for governments, SMEs, and farmers to drive growth and jobs in Africa.

FAQs About African Startups

The ecosystem is diverse, featuring standout African tech companies in fintech, healthtech, and agritech. Notable examples include innovators like SunCulture, BasiGo, and RxAll, which are solving core infrastructure and financial challenges across the continent.

You can use our directory filters above to quickly sort the database. Whether you are looking for tech startups in Africa based in Kenya, Nigeria, South Africa, or Egypt, our regional breakdown provides accurate, up-to-date data.

Fintech historically accounts for the largest share of funding, but sectors like climate tech, logistics, and enterprise AI are rapidly accelerating. African start ups are increasingly building B2B solutions that digitize informal economies.

Yes, our platform allows you to filter startups in Africa from the early pre-seed and seed stage all the way to Series B and growth stages, making it easier for investors and corporate partners to find relevant African tech companies.