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TIC: How African startups can navigate the funding winter

Funding to the continent dwindled in Q3 2022, creating a 'funding winter.' Three seasoned investors joined us at The Investor Clinic to share insights on how to navigate the season.

61 female-led tech startups in Nigeria

Female-led startups make up 12.4% of Nigeria's startup ecosystem,We spotlighted some of them.

Aligning product-market fit with company’s values

Achieving product-market fit means desired customers start desiring you, ideally pre or at Series A. African founders must align this with their startup's values to preserve identity.

How African startups can leverage startup advisors

Startup advisors possess specialised insights, experience, or training in specific industries. They apply this expertise to aid founders in navigating the complexities of building tech companies in Africa.

Introducing “The Investor Clinic”, a monthly virtual event for African tech founders

Pitch, get feedback, and secure VC funding; The Investor Clinic is designed to support African startups amid a funding dip post-market reset.

How to de-risk your investments as an angel investor

When Paystack exited to Stripe, some Angel investors confessed to making nearly 20x on their investment. Yet, a single mistake in their investment process could have wiped out any potential gain.

How African startups can leverage mergers and acquisitions

In the world of African startups, growth is essential for survival. Achieving growth is paramount for founders, and mergers and acquisitions (M&A) emerge as a crucial strategy to accelerate that progress or even survive. Despite its potential benefits, M&A is a complex process.

6 metrics African startups must track to attract investors in 2023

Metrics empower investors to identify African startups with growth potential. Understanding them is vital for securing venture capital funding in 2023

How does remote work affect African tech workers?

In 2023, a staggering 98% of remote workers express a preference for lifelong remote work, citing flexibility as a primary advantage. However, this work arrangement presents challenges, notably isolation and work-life balance issues..

What is the impact of “the great market reset” on African startups?

VC investments in African tech dropped by 48% in the first half of 2023, we talk to Victor Asemota, an African tech entrepreneur on how this is affecting the ecosystem.

Nigerian Banks lose ₦472m to POS and mobile fraud in Q1

According to NDIC, the number of POS and mobile fraud cases increased by 19.51% in the first quarter of 2023. This is likely due to the growing popularity of these payment methods in Nigeria.

How to de-risk your investments as an angel investor

When Paystack exited to Stripe, some Angel investors confessed to making nearly 20x on their investment. Yet, a single mistake in their investment process could have wiped out any potential gain.