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The leading African tech moves from October 2023 | TechCabal

In October 2023, 27 African startups raised $144.3 million. This marks a 23.6% rise compared to September's $116.7 million. Energy startups are also in the lead, accounting for 43.7% of the total capital raised between June and October 2023.

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