Africa's Startup Powerhouses 2025
Leading African nations fueling startup growth with funding and innovation hubs
Total Funding (Jan-May)
$1.055B
+40% from 2024
Big Four Share
84%
Egypt, SA, Nigeria, Kenya
May 2025 Funding
$254M
Across 36 deals
Top Countries
10
Leading ecosystems
Big Four Funding Distribution
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Egypt
$330M
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South Africa
$274M
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Nigeria
$158M
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Kenya
$127M