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.
Top Startups in Africa to Watch
A curated selection of African tech companies solving critical infrastructure, financial, and logistical challenges across the continent.
A data community bridging data literacy across Africa through mentorship, training, partnerships and events.
Smart fleet management for owners and drivers: tracking, alerts, leases, and payments in one dashboard.
Spend crypto as fiat, send professional invoices, and gift friends — all directly from WhatsApp. No app needed.
Manufacturing batteries for EVs and ESS systems targeting last-mile electrification and the e-mobility transition.
Secure, delivery-linked payments that protect buyers and sellers in informal and high-value online commerce.
A free football predictions platform powered by AI and mathematical analysis.
Organic energy drink juice formulated for energy, mental clarity and focus.
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 |
| Intella | Intella is an Egyptian AI startup building Arabic speech intelligence, including speech-to-text and conversation analytics, for the Arabic-speaking world. | Egypt | AI | Series A | Not 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 |
Aura Derma
Actively RaisingWe are simplifying skin care for women, through fewer steps and few products.
home_254
Actively Raisinghome_254 is a Made in Kenya fashion brand that focuses not only selling quality products but feeling of belonging.
Intella
Not RaisingIntella is an Egyptian AI startup building Arabic speech intelligence, including speech-to-text and conversation analytics, for the Arabic-speaking world.
Kite Holdings Limited
Actively RaisingKite is building in person tech to harness value for all stakeholders in high traffic areas using physical tech and AI
Ohana Family Wear Limited
Actively RaisingOhana Family Wear creates African-inspired swimwear for families, blending comfort, culture, and local craftsmanship.
Omnishades Worldwide
Actively RaisingOmnishades is building the Sephora of Africa
SPICE
Actively RaisingSpice Without Borders is developing programs and platforms to help changemakers and marginalized communities amplify the
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