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Axcel Africa K.K. (Head Office: Takamatsu, Kagawa; CEO: Hiroshi Yokoyama) participated in the Japan Fair  within the “TICAD Business...

Africa, with a population exceeding 1.55 billion as of 2025 and a projected GDP of $29 trillion by 2050, stands as a pivotal frontier for economic growth across technology, agriculture, renewable energy, and infrastructure development. Japanese firms, grappling with domestic stagnation, alongside companies from Europe, the United States, and Asia, recognize the continent's potential. However, navigating its diverse 54-country landscape requires a strategic approach to capital

Part 3 of our H1 2025 African startup funding analysis While fintech dominated headlines with $640 million in funding, the real story of H1 2025 lies in how other sectors stepped up to drive the continent's startup rebound. From climate tech's $300 million surge to healthcare's steady $160 million, Africa's funding landscape is becoming remarkably diverse.

Part 2 of our H1 2025 African startup funding analysis as published by Africa: The Big Deal | Max | Substack While the $1.4 billion headline from H1 2025 captured attention, the real story lies in how that money moved. A closer look at the deal patterns reveals an ecosystem that's not just recovering—it's fundamentally evolving.

Last week, Nairobi played host to one of the continent’s most pivotal technology gatherings: the   Kenya Blockchain & Crypto Conference...