So, you're a startup founder who has poured your ideas into your product. Now, you need to secure funds to launch appropriately. Angel investors vs venture capital: which is better for your business?
The ideal funding source for your startup will depend on its specific needs and growth stage. If it is in the early…
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…
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…
Angel investors play a crucial role in the startup ecosystem — providing early-stage funding and essential mentorship to entrepreneurs. As an African entrepreneur, accessing angel investment can be a game-changer in driving business growth and overcoming financial hurdles. But how exactly can you get these investors?
You can get angel investors for your startup by…
“Start-ups will shut down, some will partially survive and a few will thrive.” – Idris Ayodeji Bello
Less than six months since the spread of the Coronavirus also known as COVID-19 in Africa, it has greatly influenced African start-ups. While for some it has been a growth in demand and sales, for others it has been a downward spiral ever since. With no idea when this would be ending, I spoke with…