"Accra Named Among 7 Fastest Growing Tech Cities in Africa for 2025"

" Accra Named Among 7 Fastest Growing Tech Cities in Africa for 2025 \r\n \r\n\r\nAfrica's technological landscape is undergoing a remarkable transformation, with several cities emerging as dynamic hubs of innovation, entrepreneurship, and digital advancement.\r\n\r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n\r\nThis shift is driven by regional demand for digital solutions, the rise of tech hubs and incubators in African tech cities, investment in digital infrastructure, and innovative entrepreneurship\r\n\r\n \r\n \r\n\r\nThe 2025 Global Tech Ecosystem Index by Dealroom.co spotlights 7 Sub-Saharan African cities as \"Rising Stars\" among the\u00a0 world's fastest-growing\u00a0 tech ecosystems.\r\n\r\n \r\n \r\n\r\nThese cities stand out for their innovative prowess and digital advancements, tailored to meet local and regional demands in their various host nations.\r\n\r\n \r\n \r\n\r\nEmerging from a vast region of 48 countries, their success demonstrates global recognition and stakeholder trust in their business and entrepreneurial environment.\r\n\r\n \r\n \r\n\r\nBased on key metrics like venture capital inflows, startup ecosystem value, unicorn creation, and research-university partnerships, the Dealroom.co\u00a0 rankings \u00a0position these 7 cities as leading innovation hubs for startups and business ventures, highlighting the region's robust growth prospects and dynamic business practices across various sectors.\r\n\r\n \r\n \r\n\r\nNotable cities driving this transformation include Lagos, Nigeria\u00a0which is recognized as the world's fastest-growing tech ecosystem, with a thriving startup scene and significant investment inflows.\r\n\r\n \r\n \r\n\r\nAccra, Ghana, and Nairobi, Kenya, are another innovation and entrepreneurship hub , with a strong focus on fintech, healthtech, and e-commerce. Cape Town, South Africa, also boasts a thriving tech ecosystem, emphasizing fintech, cybersecurity, and artificial intelligence.\r\n\r\n \r\n \r\n\r\nAdditionally, Johannesburg, South Africa, is a major tech hub, with a diverse range of startups and innovation centers. Kampala, Uganda, is also emerging as a key player, with a growing startup scene and increasing investment in digital innovation, cementing these cities' roles as key players in Africa's rapidly evolving technological landscape.\r\n\r\n \r\n \r\n Top 7 fastest-growing tech cities in SSA \r\n\r\n \r\n \r\n\r\nHere's a spotlight on Sub-Saharan Africa's top 7 fastest-growing tech cities in 2025 and the companies driving their growth:\r\n\r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n Rank \r\n Country \r\n Tech Companies \r\n Sector \r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n 1 \r\n Lagos, Nigeria \r\n Flutterwave , Jumia, OPay, Moniepoint, Paystack, Andela, Paga, Konga, TeamApt, Interswitch, Paymob and Okra. \r\n Fintech and E-commerce \r\n \r\n \r\n 2 \r\n Johannesburg, South Africa \r\n TymeBank, VALR, Ozow (formerly i-Pay), Pineapple, Enko Education,HyperionDev, Showmax, Liquid Telecom \r\n Fintech, Entertainment and Telecoms \r\n \r\n \r\n 3 \r\n Kampala, Uganda \r\n Ensibuuko Technologies, Billbrain Technologies, Jentroy Uganda, KaCyber Technologies, RideOk and SafeBod \r\n Fintech, IT services & Consulting, \r\n \r\n \r\n 4 \r\n Dakar, Senegal \r\n Wave, InTouch, Yobante Express, Sen'Espaces and ICT4D \r\n Fintech, Logistics and Delivery \r\n \r\n \r\n 5 \r\n Accra, Ghana \r\n Nsano, mPharma, ExpressPay, Hubtel and\u00a0 Youper \r\n Fintech and E-commerce \r\n \r\n \r\n 6 \r\n Nairobi, Kenya \r\n Safaricom, M-Pesa, Ushahidi, Kilimall, BitPesa,\u00a0 Spiro and Twiga cHives \r\n Fintech, Telecoms and E-commerce \r\n \r\n \r\n 7 \r\n Cape Town, South Africa \r\n Yoco, Aerobotics, Global Kinetic, Rock8, Luno and OobaPay \r\n Fintech and Robotics \r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n\r\nThe 2025 Global Tech Ecosystem \u00a0Index\u00a0 reflects Africa's accelerating momentum in the global innovation space. From Lagos to Cape Town, it's clear that countries within the\u00a0 sub-saharan are forging their own path, driven by digital ingenuity, entrepreneurial grit, and the energy of a young, determined population.\r\n\r\n \r\n \r\n\r\nLagos, ranked as the fastest-growing tech ecosystem globally, exemplifies this shift. Despite economic challenges, Nigeria's tech sector thrives, producing industry leaders like Flutterwave, Interswitch, Jumia, Moniepoint, and OPay, valued at over $1 billion each.\r\n\r\n \r\n \r\n\r\nOther African cities are also making significant strides. Nairobi excels in fintech and clean energy, Cape Town leads in AI, biotech, and health tech, and Kigali, Kampala, and Dakar are gaining recognition for their inclusive\u00a0 digital ecosystems. \r\n\r\n \r\n \r\n\r\nThese hubs are becoming convergence points for investors, developers, academia, and policymakers, fostering sustainable tech innovation.\r\n\r\n \r\n \r\n\r\nThis collaborative environment is driving homegrown solutions in mobile banking, agritech, e-health, and logistics, enabling African countries to address pressing challenges effectively.\r\n\r\n \r\n \r\n "

"Accra Named Among 7 Fastest Growing Tech Cities in Africa for 2025"

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