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…
The Year 2023 surely has been interesting, and one that has a lot of memories, and achievements to remember. The data from our Exponential Africa (ExpA) Database, with more investigation and data from outside resources like news articles and websites of African startups, enabled us to compile a well detailed information on the …
The electric vehicle (EV) market in Africa, while in its early stages, is gaining momentum with significant government support and incentives. This aligns with the global trend towards environmentally friendly transportation. According to McKinsey & Company's report, "Why the Automotive Future is Electric," EVs are expected…
The global economy has been sluggishly combatting with high inflation rates, and challenging global and domestic financial conditions. However, Africa has been remarkably resilient. Overall, Africa retains a high growth trajectory with an average real GDP growth rate projected to grow by 4% in 2023/2024 relatively above the glo…
Africa’s big four which are: Nigeria, Kenya, Egypt, and South Africa accounted for much of Africa’s startup funding. Egypt got the most funding – $492.7 million. South Africa followed in second place with $254.2 million, while Nigeria ($52.6 million) and Kenya ($42.8 million) rounded up the top four. Ethiopia, Ghana, Morocco, M…
