Fuel price strike: Female drivers in Kenya reject Bolt’s 6% fare increase
An association of female transport workers in Kenya, the Women Commercial Drivers Association of Kenya (WCDA-K), has rejected…
Equity funding into Africa declines rapidly in 2026 as startups raise $708m
Venture funding into the African startup ecosystem has continued to yield a mixed bag in 2026, with founders…
Kenyan Uber, Bolt drivers call off strike after 2 days of petrol price protest
E-hailing drivers in Kenya have called off a strike over the price of petrol and its impact on…
AFC to reduce African startups’ dependence on foreign investors with $100m investment
The Africa Finance Corporation (AFC) has announced an investment of $100 million in Africa-focused technology funds. The corporation…
Spiro hits 95,000 e-motorcycles in circulation, launches in Cameroon
Africa-focused e-mobility company Spiro has hit 95,000 electric motorcycles in circulation across its operational markets. This was disclosed…
36%: Africa saw a surge of indigenous investors between January & April 2026
African investors are taking the lead in venture funding across the continent in 2026. According to data by…
Bolt introduces 6% fare hike in Kenya to cushion drivers against fuel cost
Leading ride-share company, Bolt, has introduced a 6 per cent fare increase in Kenya. This was disclosed by…
MAX secures $8 million to expand its electric vehicle fleet
Metro Africa Xpress (MAX), a leading electric mobility platform in Africa, has secured $8 million in funding. This…
Funding: 32 African startups raised $110m in April, the lowest in 12 months
Venture funding into African startups witnessed a dip in April as ventures across the continent raised a combined…
Bolt to compensate drivers who agree to brand their Toyota Yaris in Benin
Ride-hailing company, Bolt, said it would compensate drivers who brand their Toyota Yaris vehicles in Edo state. This…
