Starting a business is an exciting and challenging journey. As an entrepreneur, you may have a brilliant idea and the passion to bring it to life, but going it alone can be overwhelming. That's where a co-founder comes in.
A startup co-founder helps shape vision, strategy, and operations, sharing decision-making and risk-taking. They bring complementary…
A great startup idea is the first step towards building a successful business. The idea needs qualities that appeal to investors if you want to secure funding and scale. So, how can you develop these kinds of ideas?
You can come up with startup ideas that investors love by identifying market gaps, generating and validating…
Venture capital (VC) funding is an excellent way to fuel your startup's growth. It provides financial support, expertise, and networking opportunities that can significantly contribute to the success of your business. But exactly how can you secure it?
You can apply for venture capital funding as an African tech startup by preparing a pitch, researching…
Building a startup is like jumping onto a roller coaster — very exciting, somewhat scary, and full of ups and downs. However, there’s more to it than just starting. You need to scale.
Scaling a startup requires careful planning, strategic execution, and a deep understanding of the market as well as the business — especially…
Unicorns are privately held and usually venture capital-funded startups with a valuation of at least $1 billion. These companies are typically successful and are super rare — especially in Africa. But do you know that most companies that have journeyed from seed to unicorn share some common traits?
Successful startups in Africa typically find a…
Product-market fit (or PMF) is crucial for any startup’s success — regardless of location. However, African startups face unique challenges (including limited access to funding and a dynamic market) that require specific approaches to achieve this important milestone. Still, it’s possible to achieve product-market fit — regardless of your business model and product.
As an…