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Africa Investment Landscape

Over the last decade, Africa’s investment landscape has evolved from fragmented optimism to a maturing capital ecosystem. This report distils key insights across funding stages, risk expectations, and regional dynamics. From Lagos to Nairobi and Cape Town to Cairo, a new wave of African entrepreneurs is developing innovative solutions to some of the continent’s most urgent challenges.

Published
Sept 2025
Format
PDF · 41 pages
Coverage
Africa

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From this research

  • Investment

    79:21

    Africa's venture capital mix remains <strong>79% equity</strong> and <strong>21% debt</strong>.

  • Climate Tech

    30%+

    Of recent funding went into energy and climate tech, even amid slower capital flows.

  • Enterprise Tech

    $153.5M

    Flowed into enterprise tech in 2024, reflecting appetite for digital infrastructure.

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