How much funding have Automotive startups in Africa raised?

Automotive startups in Africa have raised $1.1B in disclosed funding.

Who invests in Automotive startups in Africa?

Y Combinator has backed 4 Automotive startups, followed by Launch Africa (3) and Factor[e] Ventures (2).

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Automotive startups in Africa

StartupList Africa tracks 66 Automotive startups across Africa, which have raised $1.1B in disclosed funding. Egypt has the most, with 15, followed by South Africa (12) and Nigeria (9).

Companies: 66; in this sector
Avg. Deal Size: $13.1M
Total Funding: $1.1B

GroupMobility, Logistics & Infra5 sectors

Updated 27 Oct 202666 companiesSource: SLA Startup IndexHow sectors are assigned →Full directory →

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#	Startup	What they do	Last round	Raised	Team
1	Sa3arEgypt	Sa3ar is an Egyptian startup that provides car valuation technology and a dealer-specific auction platform.	Not disclosed	Not disclosed	2–10
2	ParkitNigeria	Parkit is a technology company simplifying vehicle wash and care services in Africa.	Not disclosed	Not disclosed	51–200
3	AutoTagerEgypt	AutoTager is an Egyptian digital automotive trading and financing company focused on new and used vehicles.	Not disclosed	Not disclosed	11–50
4	GarageFlowMorocco	Garage management software built for Morocco	Not disclosed	Not disclosed	1–10
5	AUTO24.africaCôte D'ivoire	AUTO24.africa is the continent's premier destination for certified pre-owned vehicles.	Funding Round	Not disclosed	201–500
6	CarzamiEgypt	Carzami is an online platform where users can buy and sell used cars.	Pre-seed	Not disclosed	11–50
7	GreenScooterSouth Africa	Green Scooter is Africa's first all-electric e-hailing platform at the forefront of renewable energy and innovation.	Not disclosed	Not disclosed	2–10
8	DUMBABotswana	Founded by Solly KM Nthomang in September 2020, Dumba Motor Group (Pty) LTD, a transportation services agency based in Gaborone, Botswana	Not disclosed	Not disclosed	10–50
9	AutomarketEgypt	Automarket is an online platform where users can buy spare car parts in egypt	Not disclosed	Not disclosed	2–10
10	Otto RentalsKenya	Otto Rentals is reimagining mobility to connect people to rental fleets.	Not disclosed	Not disclosed	1–10
11	Carbin AfricaNigeria	Verified dealer inventory and digital tools for Africa's auto trade	Not disclosed	Not disclosed
12	Voom PartsGhana	Voom Parts is digitizing West Africa’s auto parts trade through streamlined B2B marketplace.	Not disclosed	Not disclosed	1–10
13	HelpooEgypt	Helpoo is an integrated tech-enabled service application that offers motor vehicle insurance services in Egypt.	Corporate	Not disclosed	51–200
14	ZatamiSouth Africa	Buy and sell cars online with confidence.	Not disclosed	Not disclosed	1
15	TechnoWelleEgypt	TechnoWelle is specialised in new technologies development for automotive field.	Not disclosed	Not disclosed	11–50
16	Salmia.maMorocco	Buy and sell new and used car parts online in Morocco via our Marketplace Salmia.ma.	Not disclosed	Not disclosed	2–10
17	VEQROSouth Africa	Free South African car price check from a photo	Not disclosed	Not disclosed	1–10
18	AutopaxKenya	Autopax is a manufacturer, assembler and a leading company in sales of Automobiles, Motorcycles, Auto-bikes.	Not disclosed	Not disclosed	201–500
19	chat2carsSouth Africa	Innovative Automobile Solutions company. Buy. Sell. Track. Chat. Car repair & maintenance (On & off road)	Not disclosed	Not disclosed	2–10
20	Smarter CarEgypt	Smarter Car is a smartphone app that can automatically detect and avoid traffic accidents	Not disclosed	Not disclosed	2–10

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Frequently asked about Automotive in Africa

How many Automotive startups are there in Africa?: StartupList Africa tracks 66 Automotive startups across Africa.
How much funding have Automotive startups in Africa raised?: Automotive startups in Africa have raised $1.1B in disclosed funding.
Which African countries have the most Automotive startups?: Egypt has the most, with 15, followed by South Africa (12) and Nigeria (9).
Who invests in Automotive startups in Africa?: Y Combinator has backed 4 Automotive startups, followed by Launch Africa (3) and Factor[e] Ventures (2).

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