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Pledgr Raises $2M to Democratize Crowdfunding in Africa

The Nairobi-based startup has closed a $2M seed round to expand its M-Pesa-first crowdfunding platform across East and West Africa.

TechCrunchJanuary 2026Read More
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The Kenyan Startup Making M-Pesa Crowdfunding a Reality

Pledgr integrates mobile money natively, making it the first crowdfunding platform where creators can receive funds directly via M-Pesa.

BloombergDecember 2025Read More
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Top 10 African Fintech Startups to Watch

From mobile-first banking to crowdfunding innovation, these startups are reshaping how Africa handles money. Pledgr makes the list at #4.

Forbes AfricaNovember 2025Read More
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How Pledgr is Changing the Fundraising Game

With over 300 drives funded, Pledgr is proving that local solutions can work globally.

The StandardOctober 2025Read More
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Crypto Meets M-Pesa: Pledgr's Hybrid Payment Model

Pledgr's unique approach combines mobile money with on-chain payments, offering both transparency and accessibility for backers worldwide.

CoinDeskSeptember 2025Read More

Media Inquiries

For press inquiries, interviews, or additional resources, contact our spokesperson:

Dalmas Ogembo, Founder

press@pledgr.com