Series A

South African fintech, Stitch secures $25 million Series A extension

Stitch has secured a $25 million Series A extension in a round led by Ribbit Capital. The funds will be used to further develop its all-encompassing payment solutions.

Okra Solar raises $12M to power mesh-grid electrification in Africa

Cleantech startup, Okra Solar has raised a $12 million Series A to enable mesh-grid electrification in Africa.

LemFi raises $33 million Series A for global expansion

Global payments company, LemFi (formerly Lemonade Finance) has secured a $33 million Series A in a round led by Left Lane Capital.

Kenyan fintech, Zanifu raises $11.2 million pre-Series A

Zanifu has raised $11.2 million in a pre-Series A round to expand access to credit for small businesses in Kenya.

Rwandan digital retail startup Kasha raises $21 million Series B

Rwandan digital retail startup has raised $21 million Series B to enable women’s healthcare services across Africa; beyond its East African base.

SA fintech Peach Payments secures $31 million Series A

South Africa-based Peach Payments has secured a $31 million Series A to accelerate its expansion across new African markets.

54gene closes $15 million Series A, sets up Scientific Advisory Board

54gene close s $15 million Series A, sets up a Scientific Advisory Board. In less than two years, 54gene has raised $19.5 million.