From Lagos to Nairobi

Africa’s electric vehicle (EV) sector has experienced significant growth in recent years, driven by rising fuel costs, environmental concerns, and the need for affordable transportation solutions. At the forefront of this movement is Kenya-based EV startup BasiGo, one of Africa’s most-funded electric mobility companies. While the company initially gained attention for introducing electric buses to…

Fourteen African startups have been selected to join the 2026 cohort of the MassChallenge accelerator, where they will compete for funding prizes of up to CHF 1 million while gaining access to global mentorship, strategic partnerships, and investor networks. The selection highlights the growing recognition of African innovation on the global startup stage and the…

Africa’s artificial intelligence (AI) startup ecosystem is evolving with a rare advantage: the ability to observe global trends and avoid the costly missteps already made in more mature markets such as the United States and Europe. As AI adoption accelerates worldwide, African founders are increasingly positioning themselves not as late adopters, but as strategic learners…

Disrupt Africa has announced the relaunch of its Pipeline service, a digital platform designed to strengthen connections between corporates, investors, and innovative technology startups across the African continent. The upgraded service aims to streamline deal flow, improve visibility for early-stage companies, and accelerate collaboration within Africa’s fast-growing tech ecosystem. The Pipeline platform serves as a…