Why start with Niger instead of a continent-wide search?

Country pages help you understand local market shape first. That makes it easier to spot the companies, operators, and sectors that actually matter in Niger.

What should I do after I build a niger startup shortlist?

Open individual company profiles for deeper context, then compare what you find against investor, people, and sector pages to pressure-test your thesis.

Can this page support fundraising, partnership, or market-mapping work in Niger?

Yes. Teams use these country pages to move from broad discovery into a more credible shortlist before they start outreach or deeper research.

CountryWest Africa · Niger ecosystem

Startups in Niger

StartupList Africa tracks 7 Niger startups.Use this page to get a grounded view of startups building in Niger, then move into company profiles, sectors, and funding context as the picture sharpens.

Companies: 7
Funding tracked: $-

20 companiesSource: SLA Startup IndexFull directory →How we count →

Strengths

Growing digital economy
Youthful population driving tech adoption

Challenges

Currency fluctuation risks
Fragmented regulatory environments

Niger startups20

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#	Startup	What they do	Last round	Raised	Team
1	JumiaLagos, Nigeria	Jumia Group is an e-commerce ecosystem that provides innovative, convenient, and affordable online goods and services to consumers.	Post-IPO Equity	$955M	1001–5000
2	MooveLagos, Nigeria	Moove is a Nigerian mobility fintech that provides revenue-based vehicle financing to mobility entrepreneurs across Africa.	Series C	$697M	1000+
3	IHS TowersLagos, Nigeria	IHS is a mobile telecommunications infrastructure provider.	Private Equity	$652M	10001+
4	OPayIkeja, Nigeria	OPay empowers users and enables them to accomplish more with their money by providing smart financial services.	Series C	$570M	501–1000
5	FlutterwaveLekki, Nigeria	The easiest way to make and accept payments from customers anywhere in the world.	Funding Round	$485M	151–200
6	AndelaIlupeju, Nigeria	Andela is an engineering-as-a-service business that helps companies build remote teams quickly and cost-effectively.	Series E	$381M	1,001–5,000
7	Zola ElectricLagos, Nigeria	Technology platform for distributed energy providers	Venture	$306M	1,001–5,000
8	MoniepointLagos, Nigeria	Moniepoint provides a seamless platform to accept payments digitally, receive credit and access business management tools.	Series C	$293M	1,001–5,000
9	LumosVictoria Island, Nigeria	Lumos is a Clean Energy company and a leading provider of high-quality solar home systems that is revolutionising the African market.	Debt Financing	$212M	201–500
10	Branch InternationalNigeria	Mobile financial services for emerging markets	Series C	$170M
11	Husk Power SystemsAbuja, Nigeria	Husk Power Systems provides reliable power to rural communities and businesses, entirely from renewable energy sources	Debt Financing	$169M	1,001–5,000
12	PalmPayLagos, Nigeria	PalmPay is a simple and secure payment app that give rewards.	Series A	$140M	51–200

SLA Startup Index · Niger · raised is disclosed funding

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Frequently asked about startups in Niger

Why start with Niger instead of a continent-wide search?: Country pages help you understand local market shape first. That makes it easier to spot the companies, operators, and sectors that actually matter in Niger.
What should I do after I build a niger startup shortlist?: Open individual company profiles for deeper context, then compare what you find against investor, people, and sector pages to pressure-test your thesis.
Can this page support fundraising, partnership, or market-mapping work in Niger?: Yes. Teams use these country pages to move from broad discovery into a more credible shortlist before they start outreach or deeper research.

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StartupList Africa, “Startups in Niger”, updated 21 Oct 2026.

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