Every Failure Tells a Story, Every Story Sparks a Lesson

Explore the untold stories of African startups, uncovering valuable lessons from unsuccessful startups to inspire smarter, stronger ventures.

Startup Graveyard is more than a collection of stories — it's a guidebook for building stronger businesses. By turning failures into insights, we aim to empower the next wave of innovators to thrive.

Afristay

Online travel agency

Lipa Later

Financing for small businesses

Medsaf

Healthtech drug supply chain

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June 28, 2025

Founded in 2017 by Vivian Nwakah, Medsaf aimed to streamline the pharmaceutical supply chain in Afri...

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