In today's competitive startup landscape, having a compelling pitch deck can make all the difference in attracting investors. A pitch deck is a presentation that highlights the key elements of your business and showcases its growth potential. It serves as your startup's calling card and can be the gateway to securing funding.
Your startup pitch…
There are so many startups in Africa today — at least 3,360 according to Statista. But this isn’t surprising. After all, the continent is teeming with opportunities — with companies solving notable problems and investors backing different industries. So, how can you pitch your startup to these investors?
You must first craft your elevator pitch…
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…
Africa's tech startup ecosystem has been rapidly growing in recent years — attracting the attention of local backers and investors worldwide. However, securing funding for your tech business in Africa can still be daunting, thanks to complex regulatory requirements and other issues. Still, there’s a surefire way to approach it.
You can get investors for…
Africa's tech scene is exploding, and guess who's fueling the rocket ship? Venture Capitalists! Venture capital (or VC) firms play a crucial role in scaling the growth and development of startups in Africa. They provide funding, mentorship, and expertise to promising entrepreneurs and help transform their innovative ideas into successful businesses.
Some top venture capital…
“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…