Delta40 Completes $20M Fundraising Effort to Build & Support Innovative Ventures Across Africa

Delta40 secures $20M in funding to accelerate Africa’s first institutional Venture Studio + Fund, supporting innovative startups across energy, agriculture, and fintech. Backed by 54 investors—including 25 founders and 14 African investors—Delta40 combines early-stage capital with hands-on operational support to scale startups faster and more efficiently. With offices in Kenya and Nigeria, the venture studio provides expertise in fundraising, commercial growth, finance, legal, and strategy, helping founders move from idea to pan-African scale. Delta40’s model addresses gaps in Africa’s innovation ecosystem, empowering diverse founders and building resilient, high-impact businesses while creating jobs and advancing sustainable solutions.

Madica Expands Portfolio With Two New AI Startups

Madica, the structured investment program for pre-seed African startups, has expanded its portfolio with two new AI-powered companies—Anavid (Tunisia) and Hypeo AI (Morocco). Each receives up to $200,000 and joins Madica’s 18-month program offering mentorship, global exposure, and investor connections. Madica also announced a strategic partnership with the African Business Angel Network (ABAN) to boost local investment flow and co-investment opportunities across Africa’s innovation ecosystem.