Financial projections are a crucial part of any startup’s business plan. They provide a roadmap for your business’s financial future, helping you set goals, manage resources, and secure funding from…
For startup founders, raising capital is an essential part of scaling the business. However, as you bring in external investors, one crucial factor to consider is equity dilution. Dilution occurs…
Kofi Ampadu has always believed that great ideas come from everywhere, not just from the familiar circles of Silicon Valley or New York City. As the founder of 11 Tribes…
Lelemba Phiri is a force to be reckoned with when it comes to advocating for women in business across Africa. As the Principal of Africa Trust Group (ATG), Lelemba has…
Fundraising is an essential step in the growth journey of any startup, as it provides the capital needed to scale operations, enter new markets, and develop products. However, during the…
Raising capital is a major milestone for any startup, but securing funding is only part of the equation. Once you’ve attracted investor interest, the next crucial step is negotiating the…
Eloho Omame is on a mission to rewrite the rules for women entrepreneurs in Africa. As the co-founder of FirstCheck Africa, a venture firm dedicated to funding early-stage women-led startups,…
In 2009, Tayo Oviosu set out to solve one of Nigeria’s most pressing problems—access to financial services. The country’s banking system was failing millions of people, with long queues, expensive…
One of the most critical decisions for a startup founder is determining how much equity to offer to your first investor. Striking the right balance between raising enough capital and…
Iyinoluwa Aboyeji is no stranger to big ideas. From co-founding some of Africa’s most successful startups to now leading Future Africa, his journey is driven by one goal: empowering African…
