
African startups raised over $1.5 B in H1 2026 as equity stages a comeback - Condia
African startups collectively raised over $1.5 billion across 137 deals in the first half of 2026, with equity funding making a significant comeback in Q2. This figure reflects an ecosystem in transition, moving away from the debt-heavy financing that characterized Q1 2026.
African startups raised over $1.5 B in H1 2026 as equity stages a comeback Condia
| Jun 24, 2026 | Daya | $2.4M | Pre-seed | Kenya |
| Jun 19, 2026 | Coamana | $1.1M | — | Kenya |
| Jun 08, 2026 | CreditChek | $600K | — | Kenya |
| Jun 01, 2026 | Spiro | $215.0M | — | Kenya |