AfriBlocks

A tech talent platform that provides cost-effective, fast access to Africa’s top 1% of AI and Web3 talent.

General Information
Company Name
AfriBlocks
Founded Year
2020
Location (Offices)
Zimbabwe +2
Founders / Decision Makers
Number of Employees
14
Industries
Marketplaces
Funding Stage
Series Unknown
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AfriBlocks - Company Profile

AfriBlocks is a tech talent platform based in Zimbabwe, founded in 2019. The company's slogan emphasizes providing cost-effective and fast access to Africa’s top 1% of AI and Web3 talent. Having graduated from the prestigious TechStars accelerator, which has notable alumni such as Uber, Twilio, and DigitalOcean, AfriBlocks has made significant strides in a relatively short time. With a pool of 18,000+ vetted freelancers, the platform maintains high-quality standards by accepting only 15% of applicants. This rigorous selection process ensures that their talented professionals consistently deliver on-time and on-budget, offering exceptional value for businesses. Most recently, AfriBlocks secured a $100.00KVenture Round investment on the 1st of June 2022. The investment came from prominent venture capital firms including Adaverse, EMURGO, and Everest Ventures Group. This funding is anticipated to enhance the company's capacity to expand its operations and further solidify its position in the market. With its impressive growth trajectory and backing from reputable investors, AfriBlocks is well-positioned to capitalize on the burgeoning demand for top-tier tech talent in Africa.

Taxonomy: TechStars, Freelancers, Remote Work, Software Development, Web3 Development, African Talent, Virtual Assistants, Graphic Designers, Software Developers, AI Talent, Web3 Talent, African Freelancers

Funding Rounds & Investors of AfriBlocks (3)

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Funding Stage Amount No. Investors Investors Date
Venture Round $100.00K 3 01 Jun 2022
Non Equity Assistance $100.00K 1 Google for Startups 03 Mar 2021
Pre Seed Round $120.00K 1 25 Jan 2021

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