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Y Combinator (YC), widely recognised as one of the world’s most influential startup accelerators, is accepting applications for the Fall 2025 Batch funding cycle. The batch will take place from October to November in San Francisco. The deadline to apply on-time is August 04 at 8pm PT; if you apply before the deadline, you will get a decision by September 05. About applying to YC If you want to apply, please submit your application online. People who apply before the regular deadline will hear back by September 05. If you apply after the deadline, your application may still be considered, but there is no promise about when you will receive…

Jonny Baxter, Deputy British High Commissioner in Lagos As Nigeria navigates rising energy costs and the growing urgency of the climate crisis, the British Deputy High Commissioner, Mr. Jonny Baxter, reaffirmed the UK’s commitment to supporting inclusive economic growth and sustainable development across the country. He made this statement at the second edition of W.O.M.A.N by Alitheia, a high-level forum for Women in Manufacturing, Agribusiness, and Nutrition and key stakeholders, hosted by Alitheia Capital, a pioneer in gender-lens impact investing private equity firm, in collaboration with Manufacturing Africa, a UK government programme focused on attracting Foreign Direct Investment into the…

Are you building something groundbreaking in AI, Healthtech, Edtech, Fintech, Agritech, or the Creative Economy? This is your moment. GITEX NIGERIA 2025 Supernova Pitch Competition is calling the boldest innovators to take the stage and pitch to global investors, tech leaders, and VCs at West Africa’s most dynamic tech gathering. APPLY NOW! PITCH, WIN, & SCALE! Pitch Like a Pro! All applicants must submit:• A 60-second pitch video (YouTube/ Vimeo link)• A pitch deck (in English) following Y Combinator’s best practicesOnly 10 startups per category will make it to the semi-finals. Only 2 per category will reach the finals. Ready…

Are you a startup using Llama to build bold, transformative solutions for Nigeria? Apply now to the Llama Impact Accelerator Program, focused on advancing impactful AI innovation in: Agriculture (Livestock Innovation) Security & Safety (Smart Cities, Environmental Safety, etc.) Healthcare (Biogenetics, Diagnostics, Health Access) Wild Card (for standout solutions beyond the core focus areas) This accelerator offers 6 weeks of hands-on training, mentorship, and development support, led by experts. The program culminates in a Demo Day, where selected startups will pitch for a chance to receive up to $25,000 in equity-free funding. After Demo Day, participants receive 6 months of…

The Africa Food Prize 2025 is open for nominations. Do you know an individual or organisation leading the transformation of African agriculture, Africa’s food systems, driving innovation, empowering smallholder farmers, or making real strides in food security, sustainability, and economic growth? Now is your chance to shine a spotlight on their impact. Nominate or apply today—and help grow a food-secure, prosperous Africa The winner(s) will receive a $100,000 cash prize, increased visibility, networking opportunities, and knowledge sharing. This is a time to celebrate Africa’s food champions and inspire the next generation of innovators.The deadline for submitting nominations or applications for the Africa…

Are you a woman impact entrepreneur using business as a force for good? The Cartier Women’s Initiative is an annual international entrepreneurship program that aims to drive change by empowering women impact entrepreneurs. Founded in 2006, the program is open to women-run and women-owned businesses from any country and sector that aim to have a strong and sustainable social and/ or environmental impact. The Cartier Women’s Initiative supports women-led businesses driving positive change through funding, visibility and tailored support. To join a lifelong community of changemakers, submit your application here by June 24, 2025, at 2pm CEST. Numeris Media is…

COREangels MEA, in partnership with PTS Holdings and the Arab Academy, has launched a $10 million investment fund targeting early-stage startups across the Middle East and Africa. During its 5th Investment Committee in Cairo, the fund selected five standout fintech startups from over 1,000 applicants to receive up to $150,000 in funding each under theme “Fintech as the Foundation for Inclusive Growth”. From over 1,000 applications, five standout fintech startups were selected: eMaisha Pay, based in Uganda, empowers farmers with access to savings tools, crop insurance, and microloans. RentBeta, active across East Africa, enables flexible rent payments and automates landlord collection…

Co-creation Hub (CcHUB), in partnership with the Mastercard Foundation, has announced the third cohort of the Mastercard Foundation EdTech Fellowship, marking a significant step towards addressing critical education gaps across Africa. The 2025 cohort, comprising 12 innovative EdTech startups, reflects a growing commitment to gender diversity and inclusion within Africa’s innovation ecosystem, with 50% of the startups led by women. The selected startups are: Aiteacha (Teachers are Heroes) – enhances learning by equipping teachers with AI-powered tools to deliver personalised lessons, saving time, increasing engagement, and improving student outcomes. Blue and Sand ’s STEM Lab – provides virtual science labs…

Team ITANA (L-R): Nkechi Oguchi (Chief Community & Marketing Officer), Iyinoluwa Aboyeji (Co-Founder), Luqman Edu (Co-Founder) Nkechi Oguchi is Chief Community & Marketing Officer at Itana who asserts that direct experience is essential to truly understand Nigeria’s and Africa’s nuanced reality, which includes significant progress and a vibrant tech scene often overlooked by external narratives – and that Itana serves as a direct access point to this dynamic growth. You can’t really understand Nigeria or Africa just by watching the news or hearing what others say.There’s so much more to see and feel when you take the bold step to…

Bloomberg has released its first-ever list of African Startups to Watch — and it’s a major moment for the continent’s tech ecosystem. Featuring 25 companies that represent some of the smartest ideas with their founders from across the continent, here is the list: ANDA, Angola: ANDA Angola is a pioneering mobility technology company transforming urban transportation in Angola by formalising the motorcycle taxi (moto-taxi) sector. Founded by Sergio Tati Nührmann (CEO) and Joerg Nuehrmann (COO), ANDA offers a comprehensive platform that integrates asset financing, driver training, licensing, insurance, and GPS-enabled ride-hailing services. Through its ANDA Academy, the company provides rigorous…