Software as a Service (SaaS) Startups in Africa
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SaaS is gaining traction in West Africa, fueled by increased cloud adoption. Local business leaders are embracing the flexibility, cost-effectiveness, and innovation it offers. However, concerns remain about data security and internet connectivity.
Cummulative Funding
$2.9M+
Total # of Companies
35
Total Deal Count
14
Total M&A Count
0
Total # of Investors
16
List of Software as a Service (SaaS) startups in Africa
Add Startup| Startuparrow_upward | Overviewarrow_upward | Last roundarrow_upward | Total raisedarrow_upward | Founded |
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Velents builds Arabic-speaking AI employees to automate enterprise operations across the Middle East. | Seed | $ 1,500,000 | 2020 | |
Anavid provides AI-powered retail surveillance and analytics using existing CCTV infrastructure across Africa. | Seed | $ 1,200,000 | 2018 | |
Trenderz turns creators into booking engines, driving authentic growth for hospitality businesses. | Seed | $ 116,000 | 2023 | |
Cloud School System streamlines African school operations with AI-driven, mobile-first management tools. | Grant | $ 100,000 | 2015 | |
DPE Company builds digital infrastructure that powers health engagement and connected care. | Non-equity Assistance | $ 25,000 | 2019 | |
Esheria Ventures is a Kenyan legal technology startup founded to revolutionize access to justice through AI-powered solutions. | Non-equity Assistance | $ 15,000 | 2023 | |
LOOKA Research is a pan-African platform delivering affordable, localized market insights for startups and SMEs. | Non-equity Assistance | $ 10,000 | 2020 | |
Aquatrack helps fish farmers boost productivity with SaaS tools for sustainable aquaculture management. | Grant | $ 3,000 | 2022 | |
AI work platform for hiring vetted tech talent faster, smarter, bias-free. | Grant | $ 2,000 | 2024 | |
MaxFiles: Transforming document management with AI, automation, and cloud technology for streamlined operations and actionable insights. #EDMS#AI#Worlfow | Undisclosed | Undisclosed | 2022 | |
Welcome to ZalaTech, a prominent Ethiopian IT consulting and custom software development company. | Undisclosed | Undisclosed | 2019 | |
Empoer your Business | Undisclosed | Undisclosed | 2019 | |
An all-in-one platform that redefines the way people interact with the real estate market. | Undisclosed | Undisclosed | 2022 | |
Connect with Africa's top fashion creators & get custom-made pieces that tell your story. β¨ | Undisclosed | Undisclosed | 2023 | |
Gimsc is a software company with an ERP software for HR & Payroll module, Financial Accounting module, School Management module, Time & Attendance, Leave | Undisclosed | Undisclosed | 2022 | |
Software Engineering | Web Apps Development, Mobile Apps Development, Desktop Apps Development, Web Design, and Training. | Undisclosed | Undisclosed | 2019 | |
Pioneering the realm of anomaly detection like never before! | Undisclosed | Undisclosed | 2023 | |
Global freelancing marketplace for African tech and creative talents | Undisclosed | Undisclosed | 2024 | |
JanjaTek is a startup shaping the future of digital security with innovative solutions, ensuring safety and trust in every connection. | Undisclosed | Undisclosed | 2024 | |
Getsalesbot is a platform that provides pre-built conversational chatbot templates aimed at sales and lead generation. | Undisclosed | Undisclosed | 2022 |
Founded
2020
Overview
Velents builds Arabic-speaking AI employees to automate enterprise operations across the Middle East.
Last round
Seed
Total raised
$ 1,500,000
Employee
11-50
Founded
2018
Overview
Anavid provides AI-powered retail surveillance and analytics using existing CCTV infrastructure across Africa.
Last round
Seed
Total raised
$ 1,200,000
Employee
11-50
Founded
2023
Overview
Trenderz turns creators into booking engines, driving authentic growth for hospitality businesses.
Last round
Seed
Total raised
$ 116,000
Employee
11-50
Founded
2015
Overview
Cloud School System streamlines African school operations with AI-driven, mobile-first management tools.
Last round
Grant
Total raised
$ 100,000
Employee
11-50
Founded
2019
Overview
DPE Company builds digital infrastructure that powers health engagement and connected care.
Last round
Non-equity Assistance
Total raised
$ 25,000
Employee
1-10
Founded
2023
Overview
Esheria Ventures is a Kenyan legal technology startup founded to revolutionize access to justice through AI-powered solutions.
Last round
Non-equity Assistance
Total raised
$ 15,000
Employee
1-10
Founded
2020
Overview
LOOKA Research is a pan-African platform delivering affordable, localized market insights for startups and SMEs.
Last round
Non-equity Assistance
Total raised
$ 10,000
Employee
11-50
Founded
2022
Overview
Aquatrack helps fish farmers boost productivity with SaaS tools for sustainable aquaculture management.
Last round
Grant
Total raised
$ 3,000
Employee
1-10
Founded
2024
Overview
AI work platform for hiring vetted tech talent faster, smarter, bias-free.
Last round
Grant
Total raised
$ 2,000
Employee
1-10
Founded
2022
Overview
MaxFiles: Transforming document management with AI, automation, and cloud technology for streamlined operations and actionable insights. #EDMS#AI#Worlfow
Last round
Undisclosed
Total raised
$ 0
Employee
2-10
Founded
2019
Overview
Welcome to ZalaTech, a prominent Ethiopian IT consulting and custom software development company.
Last round
Undisclosed
Total raised
$ 0
Employee
10-50
Founded
2022
Overview
An all-in-one platform that redefines the way people interact with the real estate market.
Last round
Undisclosed
Total raised
$ 0
Employee
10-50
Founded
2023
Overview
Connect with Africa's top fashion creators & get custom-made pieces that tell your story. β¨
Last round
Undisclosed
Total raised
$ 0
Employee
2-10
Founded
2022
Overview
Gimsc is a software company with an ERP software for HR & Payroll module, Financial Accounting module, School Management module, Time & Attendance, Leave
Last round
Undisclosed
Total raised
$ 0
Employee
2-10
Founded
2019
Overview
Software Engineering | Web Apps Development, Mobile Apps Development, Desktop Apps Development, Web Design, and Training.
Last round
Undisclosed
Total raised
$ 0
Employee
2-10
Founded
2023
Overview
Pioneering the realm of anomaly detection like never before!
Last round
Undisclosed
Total raised
$ 0
Employee
2-10
Founded
2024
Overview
Global freelancing marketplace for African tech and creative talents
Last round
Undisclosed
Total raised
$ 0
Employee
2-10
Founded
2024
Overview
JanjaTek is a startup shaping the future of digital security with innovative solutions, ensuring safety and trust in every connection.
Last round
Undisclosed
Total raised
$ 0
Employee
2-10
Founded
2022
Overview
Getsalesbot is a platform that provides pre-built conversational chatbot templates aimed at sales and lead generation.
Last round
Undisclosed
Total raised
$ 0
Employee
2-10