business model

How to build a sustainable business model, by Dr. Ndidi Nnoli Edozien -Startup Setup 5

In this hack, Dr. Ndidi Nnoli Edozien helps frame how a team of people can leverage capital and land to build scalable solutions that… read more

Three ingredients that make a startup successful in African markets, by Peter Allerstorfer -Startup Setup 4

Speaking from an investor’s perspective Peter talks us through key fundamentals that investors look for. In this hack he explains how the founding team,… read more

Ashoka’s Social Investment Accelerator: Scaling system-changing solutions

The Ashoka Social Investment Accelerator is designed to support 12 social enterprises from across Africa and aims to boost their fundraising efforts. Ashoka has… read more

Want to become a market leader? Pricing pitfalls to avoid

What comes to your mind when you hear the word ‘cheap’? Is the word negative? Do you think it would appeal to the poor?… read more

The first technology focused Venture Capital company in Zimbabwe

Today we had a chance to connect with Geoff Goss, the founder of Matamba Anonaka Technology Holdings (MATHs), the first technology focused Venture Capital… read more

Use the Business Model Canvas to visualize your business model

Are you an entrepreneur working hard to build a great new company? Have you already worked through all of the possible business models and… read more

Are you ready to secure funding for your business?

At VC4Africa we want to see entrepreneurs realize their potential. As a network we seek to mobilize knowledge and resources needed to see the… read more

VC4Africa and Cameroon’s startup Entrepreneurs [video]

We are pleased to share this video from our recent trip to Cameroon and our time spent with the team at the African Center… read more

How to prepare your perfect elevator pitch

Every entrepreneur must recognize this situation: you’re on a networking event or birthday party and a possible investor asks you: ‘What is your business… read more