Climatetech
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Freezelink and Revna Biosciences named on Bloomberg’s Top 25 African Startups to Watch in 2025.
Two Ghanaian startups, Freezelink and Revna Biosciences, have been listed on Bloomberg’s inaugural list of 25 innovative African startups to watch in 2025. Selected from a pool of over 2000 applicants, the top 25 companies consist of some of the continent’s most innovative companies reinventing biotechnology, finance, e-commerce, and eclectic mobility, among other things. Founded
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Wahu Mobility taps into the global carbon credit market with approval of Swiss-Ghana backed e-bike project.
Ghanaian electric mobility company Wahu Mobility has officially received approval for its carbon credit program under Article 6.2 of the Paris Agreement, marking a major milestone in Africa’s clean transportation and climate finance landscape. In partnership with the Swiss government and the KliK Foundation, Wahu’s electric bicycle program has been designated as an eligible mitigation
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Appcylers and Minana Services get £100,000 each from the Unilever-backed TRANSFORM Impact Accelerator.
Two Ghanaian startups, AppCyclers and Minana Services, have each secured £100,000 in grant funding from the TRANSFORM Impact Accelerator — a collaborative initiative backed by Unilever, the UK’s Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO), and EY. The program supports high-impact enterprises that address environmental and social challenges across Africa and Asia. AppCyclers is transforming Ghana’s
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Kofa charged with $8.1 million to expand battery-swapping network for e-bikes and SMEs.
Kofa Technologies, Ghana’s leading and fastest-growing battery-swapping network for electric bikes and small businesses, has raised $8.1 million in a pre-Series A funding round to scale its clean energy infrastructure across Africa. The round was co-led by Kenya’s E3 Capital and Ghana’s Injaro Investment Advisors, both of which contributed equity. The total raise comprises $3.25
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EWIA Green Investment acquires SunErgy to expand into the mini-grid and off-grid market.
EWIA Green Investments GmbH, the Munich and Accra-based industrial solar solutions provider, has announced the acquisition of SunErgy GmbH, marking a significant step in its strategy to broaden its footprint in Africa’s renewable energy sector. This move enables EWIA to diversify into the mini-grid and off-grid markets, particularly enhancing its presence in Cameroon. The acquisition
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Thomas Wiredu joins Wangara Green Ventures as Deputy Managing Director.
Wangara Green Ventures has announced the appointment of Thomas Wiredu as the Deputy Managing Director, effective January 2025. With his extensive experience in portfolio management and enterprise support, Thomas will play a crucial role in driving Wangara’s mission of supporting the growth of small and growing businesses (SGBs), particularly in the green sector. “I am
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Wami Agro gets additional funding to boost income of smallholder farmers.
Wami Agro, the Ghana-based agritech company, has secured additional funding from Acumen, a leading global impact investor. Wami Agro addresses the persistent challenges faced by Ghana’s smallholder farmers, who constitute 70% of the agricultural workforce yet struggle with poverty. To bridge this gap, Wami Agro provides an integrated suite of tech-enabled solutions (Wami Market, Wami
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3 Ghana-based startups advance to the next phase of the AfriCircular Innovators Programme.
Three promising startups from Ghana have been selected to advance to the next phase of the prestigious AfriCircular Innovators Programme, a pan-African initiative designed to accelerate circular economy solutions. These startups are among 10 ventures chosen from an initial pool of 30, representing Ghana, Rwanda, and Côte d’Ivoire. They will now gain access to advanced
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grace mobility debuts its range of electric vehicles in Ghana to save the environment.
grace mobility has officially launched its Ghana subsidiary, introducing a diverse range of electric vehicles (EVs) to the Ghanaian market. By offering a wide array of electric vehicles tailored to suit all socio-economic demographics, the company aims to make eco-friendly transportation accessible to everyone. The company’s product range is as inclusive as it is innovative.
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Meet the 10 founders that made it into Startup Discovery School’s Venture Studio.
The Startup Discovery Africa Venture Studio has welcomed its first cohort of founders dedicated to tackling climate challenges across Africa. As part of this nine-month programme, they will receive hands-on support, access to cutting-edge software tools, tailored mentorship, and guidance on commercial, technical, and impact strategies. Meet the Chosen Ones! Merdeo Foods leverages innovative technology