Africa startup funding growth gives founders hope

What happened: New reporting says African tech startups raised nearly $700 million in the first nine months of 2026, up from last year. This is a simple big-picture tech business story. Write about: - the new funding figure - why investors may be returning - what it could mean for founders in Nigeria and beyond Where to check: The Continent, Tracxn data if available. Photo: A startup office, developers at work or fintech event. Tip: Use the numbers, but keep the meaning clear. Start from: https://www.thecontinent.org/_files/ugd/287178_00a1168aaed347cd842e712b71c72e33.pdf?index=true