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.

KOKO Networks

Smart commerce platform

FanBants

Fantasy sports platform

Lidya

Credit for small businesses

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