Flutterwave named in Y Combinator’s top companies list

Flutterwave’s inclusion in the list is a reflection of the company’s impressive growth as a major driver of commerce and economic growth in Africa, serving more than one million businesses and processing more than 400 million transactions worth over $25 billion since inception.

Commenting on the listing, the  Founder and CEO, Olugbenga Agboola, said,  “We are honored to be listed by Y Combinator on its 2023 Top Companies List. Flutterwave’s growth and success over the past year is a testament to the  hard work and dedication of every single member of our team as well as the trust and support of our customers and partners.

“We have already made significant strides in simplifying payments and increasing financial inclusion on the continent, and we are well positioned to continue to lead this transformation in the years to come.”

Y Combinator is the largest startup accelerator in the world. Y Combinator’s 2023 top companies list is divided into Private, Public, Exits, and Breakthrough categories.

Listed and ranked by valuation, all of the 294 companies on the top private list are valued at over $150 million, with more than 90 worth more than $1 billion. Flutterwave reached a $3 billion valuation in 2022, making it the highest-valued startup in Africa.

-vanguard