About this Study Set
This study set covers Innovation In Africa through
12 practice questions.
Exploring recent scientific discoveries and technological advancements transforming key sectors in Sub-Saharan Africa, with a focus on their economic impact and market trends. Every question includes the correct answer so you can learn as you go — pick any format above to get started.
Questions & Answers
Browse all 12 questions from the
Sub-Saharan Africa's Innovation Surge: Agri-Tech, Health-Tech, and Digital Finance Trends study set below.
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1
Which sector in Sub-Saharan Africa has seen the most significant growth in the number of active companies, increasing from 450 in 2020 to 1,263 in 2024?
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A
Renewable Energy
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B
Biotechnology
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C
Fintech
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D
Space Technology
2
In 2025, what percentage increase in crop yields was projected for Africa through AI-powered weeding technologies, according to agricultural market trends?
3
What was the total value of mobile money transactions handled in Africa in 2024, representing a 15% increase from the previous year?
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A
$1.1 billion
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B
$110 billion
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C
$1.1 trillion
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D
$11 trillion
4
Which of these sectors saw year-on-year funding growth in Africa in 2024, despite a broader venture capital pullback?
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A
Agritech
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B
Edutech
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C
Healthtech
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D
SpaceTech
5
By 2025, Africa's digital health market was estimated to be worth approximately how much, with rapid growth projected for the coming years?
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A
$5.6 billion
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B
$56 billion
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C
$560 billion
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D
$0.56 billion
6
Which of the following scientific fields is being increasingly leveraged for socioeconomic transformation in Africa through applications like communication satellites and earth observation data?
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A
Quantum Computing
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B
Artificial Intelligence
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C
Space Technology
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D
Nanotechnology
7
In 2022, what was the total amount raised by African startups in disclosed venture capital deals, reaching a new record?
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A
$1.2 billion
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B
$2.5 billion
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C
$4.8 billion
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D
$8.4 billion
8
Which of these countries is highlighted as a leader in Sub-Saharan Africa for its adoption of digital health solutions and telemedicine platforms?
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A
Ethiopia
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B
Ghana
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C
South Africa
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D
Senegal
9
What percentage of Africa's population is under the age of 30, contributing to a mobile-first digital economy?
10
Which sector is a cornerstone of Africa's economy, employing over 60% of the continent's population, and stands to benefit significantly from biotechnology advancements?
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A
Mining
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B
Tourism
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C
Manufacturing
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D
Agriculture
11
Between 2022 and 2024, venture capital deals in Africa fell by approximately what percentage, a steeper decline than in most other regions?
12
In 2025, African tech startups raised a total of $4.1 billion, a significant increase from the previous year. Which country led in equity funding and deal numbers?
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A
Nigeria
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B
Kenya
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C
South Africa
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D
Egypt
