Afriwise
OperatingLegal and regulatory intelligence for African markets
- Total raised
- $5.2M
- disclosed
- Last round
- $5.2M
- Funding
- Rounds
- 2
About Afriwise
Afriwise provides legal research, regulatory monitoring and compliance intelligence across African jurisdictions. Its platform combines structured laws and practical guidance with expertise from local law firms. In August 2025 it announced the acquisition and integration of South African regulatory intelligence provider LawExplorer, including its team, Sentinel product and client relationships, under the Afriwise brand. Its global headquarters are in Brussels; the catalog country reflects its South African operations, not its global headquarters.
Afriwise funding2 rounds
All 2 rounds →Afriwise has raised $5.2M across 2 disclosed rounds. The latest is a $5.2M Funding announced 06 Sep 2024.
| Announced | Round | Lead · investors | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 06 Sep 2024 | Afriwise Funding06 Sep 2024 | Not disclosed | $5.2M |
| 24 Mar 2021 | Afriwise Angel24 Mar 2021 | Not disclosed | Not disclosed |
Afriwise founders & team
- Steven De BackerFounder and CEO
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Frequently asked about Afriwise
- Where is Afriwise based?
- Afriwise is headquartered in South Africa.
- Who founded Afriwise?
- Founders listed for Afriwise include Steven De Backer (Founder and CEO).
- Who is the CEO of Afriwise?
- Steven De Backer is Afriwise's Founder and CEO.
- How much funding has Afriwise raised?
- Afriwise has raised $5.2M across 2 funding rounds. Its latest, a $5.2M Funding, was announced on 06 Sep 2024.
- What sector is Afriwise in?
- Afriwise operates in LegalTech and SaaS.
