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…
In a recent report from CNBC, OpenAI, the company behind the revolutionary chatbot ChatGPT, is projected to incur a $5 billion loss by the end of 2024. This comes despite…
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…
In 2013, long before the world fully understood the potential of cryptocurrency, Elizabeth Rossiello saw an opportunity to reshape how money moves across borders in Africa. Armed with a background…
In recent years, crowdfunding has emerged as a powerful alternative to traditional fundraising methods for startups. With platforms like Kickstarter, Indiegogo, and GoFundMe, entrepreneurs have gained access to a vast…
Calling All African Startups! The Wharton Africa Business Forum (WABF) is excited to present the New Venture Competition (NVC) — an exclusive opportunity for African entrepreneurs to elevate their startups…
