Series A Startups in South Africa

Startup Map Africa tracks the most active tech startups and tech companies in South Africa. Filter by sector, 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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SwiftVEE An online livestock and game trading platform facilitating digital auctions across Africa. South Africa Agritech Series A Actively Raising

SwiftVEE

Actively Raising

An online livestock and game trading platform facilitating digital auctions across Africa.

South Africa Agritech Series A

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Xamio Seed Nigeria Edutech Xamio turns an exam timetable into a personal, reminder-driven calendar in under a minute
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Fewticket Seed Nigeria nformation Technology / Software (SaaS) Create Events, Sell Tickets, Discover Experiences
Fytabro Ltd Pre Seed Ghana Utility Connecting Households and Business to freelance utility support services across West Africa, like Uber.
StoryDocsAI Pre Seed USA AI, Media Tech StoryDocsAI generates AI-powered, research-backed 60-second documentary videos for startups to pitch and share.

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.