Nigeria Leads African Startup Funding With $635 Million Raised in Nine Months

Nigeria has regained its position as Africa’s leading destination for startup investment, attracting $635 million in funding between January and September 2026, according to figures from African investment tracker Africa: The Big Deal . The amount represents a 157% increase from the $247 million raised during the corresponding period in 2025, marking Nigeria’s strongest first-nine-month performance since 2022. The recovery was largely driven by substantial investments in established technology c