Booksie

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Booksie is an edtech startup dedicated to making African children's books accessible, engaging, and culturally relevant. It operates as a bookshop, subscription service, and literacy centre for children aged 3–12, blending storytelling, phonics, and creative arts to nurture lifelong readers. Booksie’s mission is to celebrate African heritage, improve literacy outcomes, and empower families through joyful reading experiences.


Location: Ghana
Website: https://www.mybooksiebox.com/
Sector: Education
Funding Stage: Grant,
Total Funding ($m): 0.005
# of Founders: 1
Founding Year: 2018
Funding Year: 2025
Status: Active
YearAmountStageInvestors
2025$0.005mGrantUNICEF Startup Lab 
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Edem Torkornoo
Founder & CEO
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Grant $0.005m
UNICEF Startup Lab 



News
https://www.unicef.org/ghana/press-releases/unicef-startup-lab-welcomes-2025-cohort