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Africa’s startup funding staged a powerful rebound in November 2025, with the top 10 companies raising $573 million—over 97% of the month’s total—despite fewer deals overall. The surge was fueled by mega IPOs and late-stage bets, led by South Africa’s Optasia, whose standout listing dominated volumes. While investor confidence returned, capital remained tightly concentrated, favoring scale-ready fintech, energy, and deeptech firms with clear exit paths. Southern Africa absorbed more than three-quarters of all funding, widening regional gaps, as early-stage startups struggled for attention. The pattern underscores a cautious but decisive market, where big checks are back, but only for proven winners navigating tough global financial conditions.
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