What are Pre-Seed VC Funds?
Today, you are going to learn what pre-seed venture capital (VC) funds are, and how they can fuel the growth of the early stage of your startup. And the 11 VC Companies Investing in African Startups. Understanding Pre-Seed VC Funds The startup journey can be challenging, particularly in the early
How CWCD is Using Tech to Effect Social Change in Nigeria
Before Khalil Suleiman Halilu was appointed the CEO of the National Agency for Science Engineering and Infrastructure (NASENI), he was someone you could aptly regard as a tech entrepreneur. Halilu had started a couple of tech businesses, such as the on-demand delivery platform, ShapShap. He also sits on the Boards
Pre-Seed Funding for Startups: What it is and How to Get it
Is your startup still just an idea you’ve yet to materialize? If so, it’s pre-seed funding you’ll need to get things off the ground. In this article, we’ll explain what pre-seed funding is and how to raise it. What is Pre-Seed Funding Pre-seed funds are the initial injection of capital that startups
Minister Identifies 6,000 Nigerian AI Researchers Worldwide
In a move towards positioning Nigeria as a global leader in Artificial Intelligence (AI). The Minister of Communications, Innovation, and Digital Economy, Dr. Bosun Tijani, revealed that the Ministry has identified over 6,000 Artificial Intelligence researchers of Nigerian descent across the globe. The announcement came during the Zenith Bank Tech
Top 5 most funded Nigerian startups in 2023
Nigerian startups have become a force to reckon with as they continue to churn out innovative solutions that attract the attention of investors. And with each investment yielding as much as expected returns. Doors are being opened for more funding for both the old and new innovators. This was why
The most funded African startups in 2023
As technology continues to be a major driver of change in the modern world, Africa continues to attract a part of the global venture capital used to drive this change. Though the numbers didn’t match the peak levels of 2021, which can be attributed to the global economic downturn, African
Seed vs Pre-Seed: What are the Key Differences
The terms “seed” and “pre-seed” often leave many entrepreneurs puzzled about their differences. So, understanding the differences between seed and pre-seed funding is important for an aspiring entrepreneur like you. In this article, we’ll delve into the depths of seed and pre-seed funding. Demystifying their dissimilarities and shedding light on
South African Fintech, Payment24 Acquires Swiss Firm Inergy 24
South Africa’s Payment24, a global payments platform provider specializing in payment and loyalty solutions, has acquired Switzerland-headquartered Inergy 24 to accelerate its expansion in Europe. Payment24 began life as a digital fuel management solutions and telematics platform but has expanded to become a global platform developer specializing in payment and
Kenyan fish platform, Aquarech, raises $1.7 million to support additional technology vertical integration
Kenyan fish platform, Aquarech, raises $1.7 million to support additional technology vertical integration Kenya’s demand for fish is on the rise due to the country’s expanding population, rising disposable incomes, and growing knowledge of the health benefits of fish. Consequently, Dave Okech, James Odede, and Joseph Okoth founded Aquarech in
200 Pre-seed Funding Companies That Can Fund Your Startup
In this blog post, you’re going to learn the role pre-seed funding companies play in nurturing your early-stage startup. Let’s jump into it. What is Pre-seed Funding Launching your startup requires more than just an idea; it needs the necessary capital to kickstart your venture. However, securing funding at the
