Blog – VC4A
- Investing
The perfect investor pitch that failed and how to fix it
A failed pitch isn’t the end of the road. It can actually be a powerful learning experience. As a founder, you pour your heart
- Entrepreneurship
Entrepreneurship and climate action: Opportunities for businesses
It’s 2025. Climate concerns are growing and businesses are shifting from traditional models to ones that prioritize environmental responsibility…
- Learning
How entrepreneurs can maximize learning on the VC4A platform
With the right tools, resources, and guidance, entrepreneurs and startup teams can accelerate their growth and achieve their goals. VC4A offers a one-…
- Mentorship
Top 10 mentors in Africa by expertise: Fundraising
Access to capital remains one of the biggest challenges for startups globally. We’ve handpicked ten exceptional mentors from the VC4A Mentorship…
- Case studies
A year in review: 2024 highlights and looking ahead
A message from the CEO, Vincent Hoogduijn As we step into 2025, I want to take a brief moment to wish you a Happy
- Entrepreneurship
IFC launches She Wins Climate in partnership with VC4A, adelphi and EBAN
VC4A is pleased to join the International Finance Corporation (IFC) – She Wins Climate program as an implementation partner alongside adelphi an…
- Entrepreneurship
SAYeTECH Wins MEST Africa Challenge 2024, Securing $50,000 in Funding
Accra, Ghana – The Meltwater Entrepreneurial School of Technology (MEST Africa) has announced SAYeTECH as the winner of the MEST Africa Challenge (MAC…
- Investing
develoPPP Ventures selects 9 start-ups in Nigeria and South Africa to receive €100,000 non-dilutive capital to scale
develoPPP Ventures, a funding programme of the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ) and implemented by GIZ, has sele…
- Investing
VC4A connects funders of Africa’s startup success at AESIS2024
“Africa is not the biggest problem in the world, it is the biggest opportunity” – Nicola Tyler. Over 300 Africa-focused delegates converged at t…
- Entrepreneurship
VC4A Technical Residency elevates female founders to the AESIS2024 spotlight
Eight high-potential female founders captivated over 300 investors, ecosystem leaders, and delegates during Deal Morning at the 11th annual Africa Ear…
- Investing
Africa’s brightest founders shine at the AESIS2024 Deal Morning
The 11th annual Africa Early Stage Investor Summit is the top destination for investors, funders of funders, and ecosystem movers and shakers, all con…