FoondaMate is transforming the way students in data-constrained environments access learning materials by turning WhatsApp into a powerful study tool. Founded in 2020 by South African entrepreneurs Dacod Magagula and Tao Boyle, the platform offers an AI-powered “study buddy” chatbot that helps learners download past exam papers, get explanations, and receive homework support directly through chat.

In the heart of Lagos’s bustling car trade, Carbin Africa is redefining how dealerships buy and sell vehicles through data-driven technology. Co-founded by Femi Oriowo (CEO) and Fawaz Abdul (CBO) in 2023, the company is tackling the inefficiencies and lack of transparency that have long plagued the used-car ecosystem.

Stablecoins are digital currencies pegged to stable assets such as the U.S. dollar, a local currency, or commodities, designed to minimize volatility and preserve value. Across sub-Saharan Africa, their use is expanding rapidly, with on-chain transaction volumes up roughly 52% year-on-year.

Founded in 2020 by Congolese entrepreneur Félix Maroy, FYATU is on a mission to break down Africa’s toughest payment barriers. The fintech platform gives anyone—even those without a bank account—the ability to issue and use virtual debit cards for global online transactions.

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