Over the last few years, African startups have raised billions in funding for ambitious projects — from homegrown Paystack to continental e-commerce giant, Jumia. This capital often begins with seed funding — a critical step that helps many companies grow and scale. But what exactly is seed funding and where can you get it?
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In 2022, Flutterwave (one of the most popular Unicorns in Africa) secured a whopping $250 million in funding — one of the highest single-round raises on the continent. This cash injection from investors allowed the company to expand its operations and processing infrastructure and reach even more merchants and customers worldwide. But what exactly does…
Ingressive Capital, an early-stage $50 million VC firm based in Lagos, is ranked among the top African VC firms by Crunchbase. We provide seed and pre-seed funding to tech-enabled startups in various sectors — including financial services, marketplace, and wellbeing.
Ingressive Capital invests in startups by providing financial backing of up to $500,000 for 10%…
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…
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…
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…