216 Capital Ventures has announced a strategic investment in Talenteo, an Algerian-born HR Tech startup that’s rapidly making its mark across the African continent. This move aims to accelerate the company’s growth and deepen its impact on how small and medium-sized businesses manage human resources.
A Smart HR Solution for Africa’s Growing Workforce
By 2030, Africa will become home to over 1 billion working-age people, making it the world’s largest talent pool. With nearly 80% of jobs created by SMEs, the pressure is on for businesses to adopt smarter, scalable HR tools.
That’s where Talenteo comes in — a SaaS platform tailored specifically to the unique regulatory, cultural, and operational needs of African companies. Already trusted by 150+ clients and over 10,000 users, the platform simplifies complex HR tasks while staying compliant with local laws.
Key features include:
- ✅ Personnel administration
- ✅ Time tracking and payroll management
- ✅ Talent development tools
- ✅ Local labor law compliance
The platform is powered by AI and built with regional legal frameworks in mind, helping businesses stay agile and compliant in fast-changing markets.
A New Chapter with 216 Capital
While the exact amount remains undisclosed, the six-figure investment from 216 Capital is a major milestone for Talenteo. The funding will help the company with the following things:
- Open a new office in Tunisia, a strategic gateway to Francophone Africa
- Advance AI capabilities to make HR management even smarter
- Expand across key African markets, especially French-speaking regions
According to Louai Djaffer, CEO of Talenteo:
“We believe company success begins with investing in people. Talenteo looks to support African businesses in digitizing their HR operations for growth and impact.”
This vision aligns perfectly with 216 Capital’s mission to support startups solving real problems with local context and global potential.
Why It Matters
The African business ecosystem is evolving quickly. But many companies still rely on outdated, manual HR processes that are time-consuming and error-prone. Talenteo provides a modern, accessible alternative—built in Africa, for Africa.
- SMEs gain better control over HR operations
- Businesses reduce compliance risk
- Teams operate more efficiently and transparently
Dhekra Khelifi, Partner at 216 Capital, emphasized:
“Talenteo represents the kind of scalable, locally rooted innovation we’re committed to backing—solutions built for real-world African business realities.”
Looking Ahead
With fresh capital, a strong user base, and a clear mission, Talenteo is now poised to become a key player in Africa’s digital transformation. As SMEs continue to grow and the talent pool expands, tools like Talenteo will be essential in shaping the future of work across the continent.