Blog – VC4A
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Maliyo Games: “We see a huge opportunity for mobile gaming in Africa”
We see many Nigerian ventures sign up to the VC4Africa platform. Maliyo Games is among some of these outstanding initiatives, as they are creating
Case studiesA due diligence checklist for startups
You have met with investors, they see the potential for your business, and they have expressed their interest to back your company! Now the
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Entrepreneurs from Senegal, Ghana & Cote d’Ivoire receive top honors at GIST startup boot camp West Africa
On July 10-11 was held in Dakar, Senegal, the GIST Startup Bootcamp West Africa, a two-day event with international investors, mentoring and a pitchin…
- Entrepreneurship
‘Buni TV brings quality African video content to web and mobile’
Since VC4Africa launched its new functionalities last month, registered ventures can raise funds through the platform. One of the ventures that are cu…
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I am ready to Launch at DEMO Africa, how do I apply?
Choosing the right platform to make your product’s first major public appearance is critical. DEMO Africa sets itself apart from all other launch opti…
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Anza – a mobile checklist for startup entrepreneurs
Starting a new business and want to get an overview of your to do list? Asilia introduces Anza, a checklist for startup entrepreneurs. This app is
- Entrepreneurship
Abidjan gears up for first Startup Weekend
Ever wondered what it takes to be a startup entrepreneur in Ivory Coast (officially Côte d’Ivoire)? The professional and personal challenges, th…
- Entrepreneurship
Business accelerator and Angel seed fund launches in Uganda
Angels Finance Cooperation is a business incubation and financing organization whose aim is to support the growth and commercialization of businesses …
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Mapping African Agriculture, wealth of agro data available online
Data of all kinds are notoriously scarce for Sub-Saharan Africa, and geospatial data—that is, maps—on agriculture, poverty, and the environment are no…
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Mbwana Alliy, Savannah Fund: ‘We want to connect the best African startups to Silicon Valley’
The recently launched Savannah Fund is specializing in US$25k to US$500k investments in early-stage high growth technology ventures. The fund aims to …
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FMO and Oikocredit move to support SMEs in Central and Southern Africa
Recently the Dutch development bank FMO and Oikocredit launched a €10 million fund. The facility will invest predominantly in Central and Southern Afr…
