June 20, 2025
Algeria-based HR technology company Talenteo has raised a six-figure investment in a strategic funding round led by Tunisia’s venture capital firm 216 Capital Ventures. The investment will play a key role in supporting Talenteo’s expansion into Tunisia and broader Francophone African markets, while also advancing the development of its AI-powered human resources platform.
Empowering African Businesses with Smart HR Solutions
Founded in 2022 by Tarik Metnani and Louai Djaffer, Talenteo provides a comprehensive SaaS platform designed to meet the HR and payroll management needs of African SMEs and mid-sized enterprises (ETIs). The solution combines AI, automation, and deep integration with local legal frameworks to help businesses manage everything from employee records and time tracking to payroll processing, talent development, and regulatory compliance.
Already serving over 150 clients and 10,000+ active users, Talenteo is gaining strong momentum in the African HRTech space. The platform is built to reduce time spent on repetitive tasks and to empower HR departments with tools that support strategic decision-making in complex regulatory environments.
“We believe that business success starts with people,” said Louai Djaffer, CEO of Talenteo. “Our mission is to help African companies digitize their HR operations so they can grow more effectively and sustainably.”
A Strategic Investment for Regional Growth
With this fresh round of funding, Talenteo plans to:
- Establish a physical presence in Tunisia, viewed as a critical gateway to the region
- Accelerate enhancements to its AI-driven HR features
- Expand across Francophone Africa, a market still in the early stages of HR digitalisation
The timing is significant: by 2030, Africa is expected to become home to the world’s largest working-age population, with SMEs and ETIs accounting for more than 80% of employment opportunities. This makes scalable, efficient HR solutions not only essential but urgent.
“Talenteo represents exactly the type of innovation we support — regionally grounded, built for scale, and tailored to the operational needs of African enterprises,” said Dhekra Khelifi, Partner at 216 Capital Ventures.
Looking Ahead
This funding marks an important milestone for Talenteo as it works to become Africa’s go-to digital HR partner, helping businesses navigate the twin challenges of growth and compliance in a rapidly evolving economic environment.
With a clear mission, proven traction, and growing investor confidence, Talenteo is well-positioned to lead the next wave of HR transformation across Africa.
