Online Media Startups in Africa
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Online media in Africa is a dynamic space with potential for growth. Players like Daily Maverick and Wee Media are gaining traction. However, monetization remains a challenge. Local business leaders are cautiously optimistic, recognizing the reach and engagement opportunities, but also aware of the need for innovative revenue models.
Cummulative Funding
$1M+
Total # of Companies
11
Total Deal Count
3
Total M&A Count
0
Total # of Investors
4
List of Online Media startups in Africa
Add Startup| Startuparrow_upward | Overviewarrow_upward | Last roundarrow_upward | Total raisedarrow_upward | Founded |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Daily Maverick is a unique blend of news, analysis and opinion delivered from our newsrooms in South Africa. | Venture | $ 690,583 | 2009 | |
WeeMedia is a multi-brand & multi-channel media company in Africa. | Seed | $ 400,000 | 2018 | |
Afrocritik is a digital media platform that focuses on African art, entertainment, fashion, music, movies, and culture. | Undisclosed | Undisclosed | 2021 | |
A mobile app which consists directory and profile of talented and skilled peoples & companies | Undisclosed | Undisclosed | 2021 | |
TechCity is a Nigerian based technology blog that is dedicated to reviews and reporting of Technology News. | Undisclosed | Undisclosed | 2012 | |
Etgawez is a mobile application where couples can find all they need for their wedding that fits their budget. | Undisclosed | Undisclosed | 2017 | |
Yeeplatform is an African e-book, magazine, comics, and audiobook subscription service. Offering users monthly, weekly and daily subscriptions. | Undisclosed | Undisclosed | 2022 | |
Techpoint.africa is a leading media platform dedicated to startups, entrepreneurship, innovation, and technology in Africa. | Undisclosed | Undisclosed | 2014 | |
Farah is an Egyptian one-stop-shop wedding platform where couples can find all they need for their wedding and helps to stay on top of their expenses. | Undisclosed | Undisclosed | 2020 |
Founded
2009
Overview
Daily Maverick is a unique blend of news, analysis and opinion delivered from our newsrooms in South Africa.
Last round
Venture
Total raised
$ 690,583
Employee
11-50
Founded
2018
Overview
WeeMedia is a multi-brand & multi-channel media company in Africa.
Last round
Seed
Total raised
$ 400,000
Employee
11-50
Founded
2021
Overview
Afrocritik is a digital media platform that focuses on African art, entertainment, fashion, music, movies, and culture.
Last round
Undisclosed
Total raised
$ 0
Employee
2-10
Founded
2021
Overview
A mobile app which consists directory and profile of talented and skilled peoples & companies
Last round
Undisclosed
Total raised
$ 0
Employee
Founded
2012
Overview
TechCity is a Nigerian based technology blog that is dedicated to reviews and reporting of Technology News.
Last round
Undisclosed
Total raised
$ 0
Employee
1-10
Founded
2017
Overview
Etgawez is a mobile application where couples can find all they need for their wedding that fits their budget.
Last round
Undisclosed
Total raised
$ 0
Employee
2-10
Founded
2022
Overview
Yeeplatform is an African e-book, magazine, comics, and audiobook subscription service. Offering users monthly, weekly and daily subscriptions.
Last round
Undisclosed
Total raised
$ 0
Employee
2-10
Founded
2014
Overview
Techpoint.africa is a leading media platform dedicated to startups, entrepreneurship, innovation, and technology in Africa.
Last round
Undisclosed
Total raised
$ 0
Employee
11-50
Founded
2020
Overview
Farah is an Egyptian one-stop-shop wedding platform where couples can find all they need for their wedding and helps to stay on top of their expenses.
Last round
Undisclosed
Total raised
$ 0
Employee
2-10