African Startups

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Diverse group of African entrepreneurs working on innovative technology in a modern cityscape, representing Qualcomm's Make in Africa program.

Qualcomm's Make in Africa program selects 10 startups

Over 1,200 startups from 45 African countries vied for just 10 spots in Qualcomm's 2026 Make In Africa mentorship program, underscoring both the continent's burgeoning tech ambition and the fierce com

Marcus Havel·April 13, 2026

Diverse African entrepreneurs collaborating around a holographic projection in a modern city, symbolizing innovation and regional impact in the continent's tech ecosystem.

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African Startups Demonstrate Growing Innovation and Regional Impact

Emerging African startups are demonstrating increased innovation and regional impact, a trend highlighted by recent cohort selections from major mentorship programs and significant upcoming investor events across the continent. This development signals a maturing ecosystem creating sophisticated, homegrown solutions for critical local and regional challenges.

Marcus Havel·April 9, 2026