Insight

  • DFP Africa Startup Brief (July 2025)

    Africa’s startup ecosystem often remains opaque to outside observers. The DFP Africa Startup Brief delivers curated updates on their fundraising, M&A activity, and other key developments—based on firsthand information gathered on the ground by DFP staff based in Africa—accompanied by expert commentary and analysis…

  • DFP Africa Startup Brief (June 2025)

    Africa’s startup ecosystem often remains opaque to outside observers. The DFP Africa Startup Brief delivers curated updates on their fundraising, M&A activity, and other key developments—based on firsthand information gathered on the ground by DFP staff based in Africa—accompanied by expert commentary and analysis…

  • DFP Africa Startup Brief (May 2025)

    Africa’s startup ecosystem often remains opaque to outside observers. The DFP Africa Startup Brief delivers curated updates on their fundraising, M&A activity, and other key developments—based on firsthand information gathered on the ground by DFP staff based in Africa—accompanied by expert commentary and analysis. &…

  • 2024 Africa Startup Report​

    Explore the latest insights into Africa’s dynamic startup ecosystem. Our 2024 report covers emerging trends, key market shifts, and strategic opportunities across the continent – along with a broader perspective on the continent’s economic landscape.​ Free Download Executive Summary​ Contact Full R…

  • The “Francophone Fintech Shock” in West Africa: Lessons for Venture Investment in Africa  (June 6, 2025)

    1. Introduction In May 2025, a wave of service disruptions hit fintech companies across the eight member states of the West African Economic and Monetary Union (WAEMU/UEMOA), where a large number of providers abruptly suspended operations. This unexpected development severely impacted daily mobile money transactions, inclu…