Rise of Fearless Raises $1M in Funding

Ethiopian gaming startup Rise of Fearless, based in Addis Ababa, has secured $1 million in funding through a Simple Agreement for Future Equity (SAFE) to scale its African-themed mobile gaming operations. The company aims to use this capital to expand its reach in international markets, enhance its technology infrastructure, and strengthen its role in the global gaming ecosystem.

Investors

The funding round was led by Epic Edges Capital, a firm focused on supporting culturally relevant gaming products with international potential.

Rise of Fearless Use of Funds

The company plans to allocate the $1 million investment toward recruitment, technology development, infrastructure upgrades, marketing, and community-building initiatives. These efforts are designed to support the growth of their African-inspired battle royale game and address technical challenges such as server reliability and cross-border payment systems for local developers.

About Rise of Fearless

Launched in 2025 by founder Kanessa Muluneh, Rise of Fearless is a gaming startup dedicated to promoting African history and storytelling. Its flagship product is a free-to-play battle royale mobile game inspired by Ethiopia's victory at the Battle of Adwa in 1896, which incorporates authentic cultural elements including regional character designs, landscapes, and clothing.

Funding Details

Company Website: https://rof.game

Company: Rise of Fearless
Raised: $1M
Round: Other
Funding Date: November 7, 2026
Lead Investor: Epic Edges Capital
Software Category: Gaming
Source: https://www.techinafrica.com/ethiopias-rise-of-fearless-lands-1m-investment-to-take-african-themed-gaming-global/