African Alternatives

Discover world-class African-built alternatives to the software you use every day, built for your market, by people who understand it.

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Shopli
Shopli
South Africa · 2015

Shopli is an African e-commerce company headquartered in South Africa, dedicated to empowering businesses across the continent by simplifying the creation and management of online stores. It provides a platform designed to help entrepreneurs establish a robust digital presence, manage product catalogs, and attract customers, making e-commerce accessible and effective for the African market.

Alt To: WooCommerce
Treepz
Treepz
Nigeria · 2019

Treepz is a leading African corporate mobility startup that powers road transportation systems using technology. The platform facilitates shared mobility and corporate transport solutions, notably achieving Africa's first international cross-border rental trip.

Alt To: FedEx
Rensource Energy
Rensource Energy
Nigeria · 2015

Rensource Energy is a Nigerian startup specializing in off-grid solar solutions, providing reliable Power-as-a-Service (PaaS) to businesses and communities. It operates as a membership-based solar power project developer, tackling the challenge of unreliable electricity supply in West Africa.

Alt To: Tesla
MaxAB
MaxAB
Egypt · 2018

MaxAB is an Egyptian B2B e-commerce marketplace connecting food and grocery retailers with suppliers across Egypt. It aims to empower small and medium-sized retailers, particularly in underserved informal markets, by revolutionizing supply chains, improving product access, and providing essential operational support through technology.

Alt To: DHL
AfriBlocks
AfriBlocks
United States · 2019

AfriBlocks is an AI-powered talent marketplace that connects qualified African tech and design professionals with remote job opportunities globally. As a Zimbabwean startup backed by Techstars, it aims to address unemployment by facilitating seamless freelance collaboration and access to a diverse pool of vetted African talent.

Alt To: LinkedIn
CowTribe
CowTribe
Ghana · 2017

CowTribe is a Ghanaian AgriTech startup that provides cloud-based animal healthcare solutions and essential veterinary vaccine delivery services. The company focuses on leveraging technology to improve animal health and productivity for smallholder farmers across Africa by ensuring timely access to critical veterinary products.

Alt To: John Deere
SYSPRO
SYSPRO
South Africa · 1978

SYSPRO is a leading Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software company that provides industry-specific solutions for manufacturing and distribution businesses. Its platform is designed to simplify operational complexity, offering cloud-ready and AI-enabled tools to enhance efficiency and decision-making for mid-sized companies globally. For over 48 years, SYSPRO has connected people, processes, and technology to transform data into actionable insights.

Alt To: SAP
Daktari Africa
Daktari Africa
Kenya · 2009

Daktari Africa is an online listing platform and digital health solution dedicated to enhancing healthcare access across Africa. It serves as a comprehensive hub connecting patients with medical professionals, hospitals, and diagnostic centers, while also offering valuable resources like health forums, personal health diaries, and educational content on medicines. The platform aims to bridge the gap in medical services by providing quick, affordable, and accessible online medical care for individuals.

Alt To: Teladoc Health
Kora
Kora
Nigeria · 2017

Kora is a pan-African payment infrastructure company that provides simplified, secure, and scalable payment solutions for businesses. It enables local and global companies to manage pay-ins, payouts, and settlements efficiently across Africa through a single integration.

Alt To: PayPal
Dusupay
Dusupay
Uganda · 2015

DusuPay is an African fintech company that provides a secure payment infrastructure and gateway solution for online transactions. It enables international businesses operating in Africa to accept various payment methods, including card payments, mobile money, and bank transfers, facilitating efficient and multi-currency transactions across the continent.

Alt To: PayPal
Coindirect
Coindirect
South Africa · 2021

Coindirect, initially established as a South African cryptocurrency exchange, has evolved into BVNK, an enterprise-grade stablecoin payments infrastructure provider. BVNK offers comprehensive solutions for businesses to manage, send, receive, and convert stablecoins and fiat globally, effectively bridging traditional finance with blockchain technology for accelerated money movement.

Alt To: Coinbase
Yassir
Yassir
Algeria · 2017

Yassir is a leading 'super app' operating across the Maghreb region and expanding into other global markets. It offers a comprehensive suite of on-demand services including ride-hailing, food delivery, grocery delivery, and financial services (Yassir Cash), aiming to simplify daily life for users and provide economic opportunities for its partners.

Alt To: DoorDash

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