Edutainment Startups in Africa

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Edutainment is gaining traction, with growing local interest and investment. Players like Ubongo and Jeel face challenges in scaling and monetization. However, the sector is promising, with potential for impact and revenue. Local business leaders see it as a valuable tool for improving education outcomes and driving economic growth.

Cummulative Funding

$28M+

Total # of Companies

2

Total Deal Count

5

Total M&A Count

0

Total # of Investors

4

List of Edutainment startups in Africa

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StartupOverviewLast roundTotal raisedFounded
1.

Ubongo creates top-quality, localized edutainment to help Africa's 500 million kids learn, and leverage their learning to change their lives.

Grant

$ 27,825,000

2013

2.

WomenChoice Industries is a manufacturer and distributor of low-cost, affordable, reusable sanitary towels.

Seed

$ 200,000

2018

Ubongo

Founded

2013

Overview

Ubongo creates top-quality, localized edutainment to help Africa's 500 million kids learn, and leverage their learning to change their lives.

Last round

Grant

Total raised

$ 27,825,000

Employee

51-200

Founded

2018

Overview

WomenChoice Industries is a manufacturer and distributor of low-cost, affordable, reusable sanitary towels.

Last round

Seed

Total raised

$ 200,000

Employee

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