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Circularity.fmSea Ventures - Turning Fish Waste into Animal FeedCircular Entrepreneurship in Kenya
How can fish waste solve a national animal feed crisis and empower local communities?
In this episode, Faith Mwende from Sea Ventures explains how her startup tackles the massive post-harvest losses in Kenya's fishing industry, where 60-70% of the catch becomes waste.
You'll hear how Sea Ventures creates a circular economy model by collecting this fish waste and processing it into high-quality animal feed, directly addressing Kenya's scarcity of animal feed. Faith also talks about the company's social impact, which includes creating jobs, providing training in sustainable farming, and empowering women...
2025-11-1127 min
Building BytesGTTW: Insights on how to scale digital finance in Ghana with Jeremy QuainooIn this episode, we sit down with Jeremy Quainoo, General Manager, Africa Operations & Partnerships at JUMO, to explore how digital finance is scaling across Africa.What You’ll Learn:1. How Jeremy transitioned from traditional banking to fintech2. How Ghana's first Bank-led WhatsApp chatbot was built3. Key leadership lessons from growing JUMO across 8 African markets4. The future of fintech in Ghana and beyond5. Building fintech-bank partnerships for success6.Jeremy’s thoughts on open banking, innovation, industry recognition & personal brandingWhat’s Happen...
2025-03-181h 04
Beyond the PivotUnlocking Zambia’s Hidden Startup Potential | Beyond the Pivot Podcast Ep. 1In this episode, we dive into the dynamic world of Zambia's emerging startup ecosystem, exploring what makes this region ripe for innovation and growth. We’ll introduce you to the unique needs and advantages Zambia offers, alongside programs that are gaining traction and shaping the future for entrepreneurs. Discover how banks, telecom, and e-commerce are intertwining to create new opportunities, and gain insights into the challenges — and solutions — of working with one of the youngest populations in the world. Whether you're interested in new markets, social impact, or the entrepreneurial energy of Africa, this episode provid...
2024-10-2855 min
Food 2 Lead The FutureLucy Chioma Aniagolu and Nshimye Alex, Youth leaders for future of Agriculture!Join me in the conversation at the African Food Systems Summit, with these youth leaders from Africa, making way for a new generation in Agriculture!Amongst others:Alex: Winner Gogettaz agripeneurs award 2021https://gogettaz.africa/agripreneurs/alexandre-nshimiyimana-sanit-wing-rwanda/Alex enterprise:https://vc4a.com/ventures/sanit-wing-ltd/Lucy: AGRF's Rising Starhttps://farmersreviewafrica.com/agras-women-agripreneurs-of-the-year-awards-waya2023-announces-its-winners/Lucy's enterprise:https://agrodemy.wordpress.com/meet-the-team/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com...
2024-07-0134 min
Purpose Driven FinTechExpert: Accelerating Financial Wellbeing impact with Trust, Investing in Women and Consolidating Transaction Data | Tina Fisher, Chief Marketing Officer at IntixIn today’s episode Tina Fisher, Chief Marketing Officer at Intix, shares with us the how we can 10x the impact we have as FinTechers and go deep on the role of trust.Tina has an impressive trajectory, she was named “Top Female Tech Founder” by the British Government, and her company SnapSave was listed as “Top 12 Series A investment opportunity” by VC4A. We tap into her mind and heart and she shares her top advice for women wanting to grow their business and career and as part of international women’s month, we deep dive on how we as...
2024-03-1947 min
My African Aesthetic4.3. Paul Matovu: UgandaPaul Matovu’s work with Vertical and Micro Gardening (VMG) in Uganda has been nothing short of transformative; his rural upbringing being the catalyst for his passion to improve food accessibility especially in urban contexts. In this episode, we dive into the world of vertical farming, the role of policymakers in this vital and innovative sector, Africa’s role in ensuring its own food security, the importance of embracing African culture in design and mentorship, and the lessons that Paul has learned from his experimentation and failures. Paul’s journey is one of perseverance and adaptability proved fruitful.@v...
2023-12-011h 11
Young Professional: Africa EditionNavigating Agile: Chronicles of a Scrum Master’s Journey to ExcellenceIn this episode, we introduce Elizabeth, an inspiring Scrum Master and visionary leader, whose journey in digital product development is shaped by the dynamic fusion of Scrum, Design Thinking, and Lean Startup principles. Learn how her career thrived through unwavering openness to change. Beyond her professional achievements, Elizabeth founded Masiz Pamoja International, a pioneering initiative empowering young women in sexual and reproductive health and rights. Join us as we delve into the transformative impact of grassroots initiatives and the significance of continuous learning. Learn more about Scrum: https://www.scrum.org/Connect with Elizabeth: https...
2023-11-1328 min
Inside the TechosystemEpisode 26 - The Founder's Experience With Odun Osineye (Co-founder/CEO of Hiyalo)In this episode, Chuka & Emmanuel are joined by Odun Osineye - the founder and CEO of Hiyalo Technologies (hiyalo.com). Odun takes us through his entrepreneurial journey from a very young age to dropping out of law school to starting a prop-tech helping people with rent. There’s a lot to learn from his story and we hope you enjoy this episode as much as we did!
You can reach out to Odun, on Twitter @odunosineye.
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2023-08-021h 58
Enterprising Families PodcastVuyani Tati shares on Understanding VCs and why they are the investment vehicles for the future for Family BusinessesVuyani Tati shares on Understanding VCs and why they are the investment vehicles for the future for Family Businesses
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2023-03-3022 min
DigaMathieuMetrics AARRR avec Roger (VC4A/ActivSpaces)La méthode AARRR permet d'optimiser, de consolider et de mesurer les cinq étapes du parcours client. L'acronyme AARRR renvoie à la terminologie d'identification du cycle de vie d'un client : Acquisition, Activation, Rétention, Recommandation et Revenus
2022-08-3107 min
Agrotitanes133 | Buscando emprendimientosIr juntos es un comienzo; mantenerse juntos es progreso; trabajar juntos es el éxito. Henry Ford
Siembra es un programa de aceleración enfocado en agronegocios que inicia su segunda edición este 2022. Buscamos emprendimientos en etapas tempranas que lleven soluciones innovadoras al campo y ayuden a mejorar la calidad de vida de los agricultores. Si tu emprendimiento contribuye al desarrollo de los agricultores y sus comunidades, ¡te estamos buscando a ti! Nos interesa apoyar proyectos de digitalización, capacitación, herramientas tecnológicas, proyectos con perspectiva de género, inclusión financiera y productos sustentables y que promu...
2022-08-151h 01
mixx.io, podcast diario de tecnologíaYo para ser feliz quiero un camión (con reactor nuclear)Reactores nucleares en camión / Netflix pierde abonados / TSMC retrasa sus 2nm / Desinformación militar sobre Rusia / Anitta rompe Spotify / Facebook pierde interés en los podcast Patrocinador: El invierno llega a su fin, y queremos empezar a salir de viaje: volver a todos esos lugares que echamos de menos, o visitar los que siempre quisimos. — Por eso, https://www.carrefour.es/ o https://www.carrefour.es/tiendas-carrefour/buscador-de-tiendas/, para tus viajes. Por ejemplo: la American Tourister HIT de cabina por https://www.carrefour.es/maleta-de-cabina-de-polipropileno-american-tourister-hit-8-ruedas-55-cm-negro/VC4A-17080279/p. Reactores nucleares en camión / Netflix pierde abonados / TSMC retrasa sus 2...
2022-04-2016 min
𝗠𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘸𝘪𝘴𝘦𝗠𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘸𝘪𝘴𝘦 S1E8: Can you outgrow a mentoring relationship?As we bring this season to a close we ask, “Can you outgrow a mentoring relationship?” and “How do you make a clean break?”. This can be tricky. When are you supposed to initiate the conversation about the end? What effect will a hard stop have on your reputation? In other words, What does a hard break say about you? How do mentors feel about moving on? As always our panel of seasoned mentors and experienced mentees offer an array of perspectives and considerations.
2021-10-2136 min
𝗠𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘸𝘪𝘴𝘦𝗠𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘸𝘪𝘴𝘦 S1E8: Can you outgrow a mentoring relationship?As we bring this season to a close we ask, “Can you outgrow a mentoring relationship?” and “How do you make a clean break?”. This can be tricky. When are you supposed to initiate the conversation about the end? What effect will a hard stop have on your reputation? In other words, What does a hard break say about you? How do mentors feel about moving on? As always our panel of seasoned mentors and experienced mentees offer an array of perspectives and considerations.
2021-10-1436 min
𝗠𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘸𝘪𝘴𝘦𝗠𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘸𝘪𝘴𝘦 S1E7: What does it take to set up and maintain a mentor relationship that can help you and your business grow? Part 2The question from our last episode brought out so many valuable answers that we decided to share more of the great answers we got. Respecting mentors time, sharing progress and keeping mentors informed and involved in good and in bad times are just some of the points they talk us through.
2021-09-0330 min
𝗠𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘸𝘪𝘴𝘦𝗠𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘸𝘪𝘴𝘦 S1E6: What does it take to set up and maintain a mentor relationship that can help you and your business grow?In this episode, we get to the heart of the series. Getting the most out of the mentor you have can be tricky so what are some of the not-so-obvious habits and tricks that mentees and mentors can use to keep the relationship not just useful, lively, and fresh? As always our panel had a heap of surprising ideas, suggestions, and experiences to share.
2021-09-0335 min
The VC4A Founder SeriesThe VC4A Founder Series with Palesa Moloi of ParkUppPalesa Moloi, founder at ParkUpp talks us through how she and her team took an idea that she was told is not scalable and pivoted to create a marketplace for parking spaces.
As she puts it “this is the thing about being an entrepreneur and not being married to your idea but more about falling in love with the problem and trying to find ways to actually solve that problem”. She learned from the informal online and offline ways customers were renting and finding their parking to create the ParkUpp platform for corporate clients and individual users. List...
2021-08-0735 min
𝗠𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘸𝘪𝘴𝘦𝗠𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘸𝘪𝘴𝘦 S1E6: What does it take to set up and maintain a mentor relationship that can help you and your business grow?In this episode we get to the heart of the series. Getting the most out of the mentor you have can be tricky so what are some of the not so obvious habits and tricks that mentees and mentors can use to keep the relationship not just useful, lively, and fresh? As always our panel had a heap of surprising ideas, suggestions, and experiences to share.
2021-06-2423 min
The VC4A Founder SeriesThe VC4A Founder Series with Dr. Rasha Rady of ChefaaIn this episode, we find out how Chefaa’s patenting-centric approach has helped them build a solution that addresses a chronic need. It was a pleasure talking to Dr. Rasha Rady who has unusual clarity about every aspect of the business.
Dr. Rady co-founder and COO Chefaa, together with Doaa Aref, set up the company in 2017 to help chronic patients order, schedule, and refill their recurring medication prescriptions. Talk about creating a service that solves a need. From the comfort of their homes users of the app can locate their nearest pharmacy and purchase medication.
2021-05-1032 min
𝗠𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘸𝘪𝘴𝘦𝗠𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘸𝘪𝘴𝘦 S1E5: How do I know exactly what I want out of a Mentor?Once you’ve found an individual to approach to be your mentor, it is important to identify exactly what you want out of your relationship. This involves having a better understanding of yourself, your business, and most importantly your intentions. It's not always a straightforward process, which is why we put the question to our panel in this episode.
Speakers
- Silumesii Maboshe (mentor)
- Ananth Raja Ram (mentor)
- Bhavna Saraf (mentor)
- Ozaal Zesha (mentee)
- Sethebe Manake (mentee)
Questions
Q1. Can you share insights on how to...
2021-04-3045 min
The Strong StartupA New African European Startup Program with Simin k. Fard (#5)In this episode of the podcast, Simin k. Fard from UnternehmerTUM International goes in-depth about the African European Digital Venture Program (AEDV).
After over 150 applications the AEDV program has selected 6 startups from Ghana and Tunisia to join this 3-month virtual pre-accelerator program. The aim is to give these 6 startups access to know-how about the European market and to strengthen partnerships between African startups and established European companies and startups.
They kicked off the program this week at none other than Munich's Bits and Pretzels - a six-day virtual festival that connects 5000 founders, investors, and startup...
2021-03-2731 min
𝗠𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘸𝘪𝘴𝘦𝗠𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘸𝘪𝘴𝘦 S1E4: Where can I find a good mentor?It is possible, and even recommended, to have multiple mentors, each of whom brings a unique perspective to a unique relationship, but where to kind them. Finding a mentor can be an elusive task. In this episode our experts take us through some of the different ways, places, networks, considerations and even mindsets that can lead you to the right mentor for you.
Speakers
- Trudi Haemmerli (mentor)
- Maria Dras Neves (mentor)
- Silumesii Maboshe (mentor)
- Ananth Raja Ram (mentor)
- Tinashe Guramatunhu (mentee)
Questions
Q1...
2021-03-1834 min
The VC4A Founder SeriesThe VC4A Founder Series with Nana Opoku Agyeman-Prempeh of GrowForMeIn this episode of the Founder Series podcast we speak to serial tech entrepreneur Nana Opoku Agyeman-Prempeh. Together with his co-founders and the team at GrowForMe he is making it possible so that “Now everyone can farm”. In the process the company is lifting burdens for smallholder farmers and creating wealth for all stakeholders including African diasporans looking for ways to safely invest in the continent .
Nana asked himself “How come there is so much vast land and food is so expensive”. Applying his experience in Fintech to his passion for agriculture GrowForMe is tackling an age-old challeng...
2021-03-1740 min
𝗠𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘸𝘪𝘴𝘦𝗠𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘸𝘪𝘴𝘦 S1E3: Does my industry affect the type of mentor I need?Finding the right mentor can be a tricky. How do you know who to turn to? Do you just ask the smartest or most senior person you know in your industry? Not so quick. The needs of you and your startup are specific. Understanding those needs is your best starting point. Finding a mentor who is a good fit for your business is not as hard as finding a needle in a haystack but it’s also not a one size fits all situation. So, what are those all-important considerations you need to keep in mind? Let’s find out...
2021-02-1140 min
𝗠𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘸𝘪𝘴𝘦Teaser 𝗠𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘸𝘪𝘴𝘦 S1E3: Does my industry affect the type of mentor I need?Finding the right mentor can be a tricky. How do you know who to turn to? Do you just ask the smartest or most senior person you know in your industry? Not so quick. The needs of you and your startup are specific. Understanding those needs is your best starting point. Finding a mentor who is a good fit for your business is not as hard as finding a needle in a haystack but it’s also not a one size fits all situation. So, what are those all-important considerations you need to keep in mind? Let’s find out.
2021-02-1101 min
The VC4A Founder SeriesThe VC4A Founder Series with Sethebe Manake of Vantage PropertiesMost founders struggle to find the time for much of anything outside of their startup duties. So, when our guest for this episode of Founders Series shared how she had the guts to completely step away from her company on more than one occasion, I was naturally intrigued.
It appears Sethbe Manake, founder of Vantage Properties, prefers to look as far into the future of her industry as she possibly can for her inspiration. Her technology embracing approach, though commendable, comes with its own challenges when operating in a relatively analog economy that was showing little signs o...
2021-01-1841 min
𝗠𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘸𝘪𝘴𝘦𝗠𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘸𝘪𝘴𝘦 S1E2: Does my startup’s business stage affect the type of mentor I need?You might wonder if the stage of your business affects the type of mentor you should seek. To get to the bottom of this question we asked our mentors and mentees whether each new stage of business development demands a new mentor with new skills and expertise. Should you look for one mentor when developing a prototype and then another when seeking seed funding? While there are certain mentors who can stay with you throughout your journey, serving more as life advisors or guides, when it comes to seeking mentors with specific skill sets, the answers may...
2020-12-1739 min
𝗠𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘸𝘪𝘴𝘦Teaser 𝗠𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘸𝘪𝘴𝘦 S1E2: Does my startup’s business stage affect the type of mentor I need?"Think about having a mentor all along, having advice, it's a great thing to have and make a part of your best practice." Bhanva Saraf
2020-12-1701 min
𝗠𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘸𝘪𝘴𝘦𝗠𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘸𝘪𝘴𝘦 S1E1 : How important is a mentor for a startup founder?While you’re busy trying to grow your enterprise, it can feel like there are not enough hours in the day to get everything done, let alone eat and even sleep! But evidence highlighting the power of mentorship cannot be ignored. Entrepreneurs with mentors tend to perform better by leveraging their mentor’s wisdom and pool of knowledge and networks. On this episode we’ll outline the reasons why a mentor is indeed necessary!
In this podcast series, the International Trade Center’s Claire Sterngold and Hanan Taifour along with VC4A’s David Coleman join forces to offer l...
2020-11-2632 min
𝗠𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘸𝘪𝘴𝘦Mentor-Driven Capital Testimonial by Tinashe GuramatunhuVC4A believes Mentor-Driven Capital is core to unlocking the continent’s potential. Not only is the pool of entrepreneurial talent coming up across Africa expanding, but the number and the quality of ventures are also improving over time. These companies represent a powerful collection of innovations, products, and services that have the potential to transform every industry.
Mentor-Driven Capital is creating value for startups by sharing the knowledge, experience, and network gained over the course of a career, actively supporting founders to maximize the return on investment. Through mentoring, business angels offer more than just money.
2020-11-2301 min
𝗠𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘸𝘪𝘴𝘦Teaser 𝗠𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘸𝘪𝘴𝘦 S1E1: How important is a mentor for a startup founder?How to initiate, build and maintain a productive relationship with the right mentor for your business.
2020-11-1800 min
The Migration & Diaspora PodcastEpisode 9: How to maximise the potential of diaspora investmentGood afternoon, you're listening to the Migration & Diaspora Podcast, a podcast where we discuss all things related to migration and diaspora, with me your host, Loksan Harley.
On this week's episode, we're joined by an absolute rockstar of a guest, Eric Guichard. Calling in from his home in Maryland, USA, Eric is CEO of Homestrings, which he founded in 2012 as a web-based crowdfunding platform, which offered the African diaspora access to investment opportunities. Homestrings raised over $25 million in capital from 5,000 members, which led to Eric being named 2013 Entrepreneur of the Year and 2014 African Financier of the Year i...
2020-11-161h 05
The VC4A Founder SeriesThe VC4A Founder Series with Tomi Ayorinde of CrowdForce | part 2In the second part of our interview with CrowdForce co-founder Tomi Ayorinde, he explained why he needed to pay more attention to hiring practices once the company found strong product-market-it. He talks us through his time at Y-Combinator, shares the silver lining of the pandemic and his advice on mentorship.
2020-11-0928 min
The VC4A Founder SeriesThe VC4A Founder Series with Tomi Ayorinde of CrowdForce | part 1With the 2020 VC4A Venture Showcase just a week away, in this episode of The Founders Series we are talking to CrowdForce co-founder Tomi Ayorinde, a 2019 venture showcase alumni. Join us as Tomi gives me a crash course in building a resilient distribution network to overcoming customer trust issues in Nigeria.
This episode is in honor of the brave Nigerian entrepreneurs like Tomi, who are making positive change in the face of adversity.
2020-10-2718 min
The VC4A Founder SeriesThe VC4A Founder Series #4 Michael Ocansey of AgroCenta | part 2In the second part of our interview with AgroCenta Chief Technology Officer, Michael Ocansey, he talks us through some of the keys to the startup’s success, thus far. It is not often a CTO cautions against the zealous use of technology, but Michael has learned from experience what his market truly values. Join us as we find out how, together with his co-founder, he is building a company with an atypical mix of business savvy pragmatism a lot of social cultural empathy, and as little technology as they can get away with.
2020-10-1225 min
The VC4A Founder SeriesThe VC4A Founder Series #4 Michael Ocansey of AgroCenta | part 1This is the first part of our interview with AgroCenta Chief Technology Officer, Michael Ocansey.
AgroCenta describes itself as a digital food distribution platform creating shared value for businesses and smallholder farmers. In this candid conversation we find out just how closely the startup is working with smallholder farmers in Ghana to vastly improve not only their access to market and capital but also their quality of life by proving pensions. Michael also shares his tempered approach to applying technology for all important smallholder farmers. Listen in as he tells me about their interesting mix of cultural...
2020-10-0126 min
The VC4A Founder SeriesThe VC4A Founder Series #3 Matthias Papet of CoinAfriqueIn our conversation with Matthias Papet, co-founder of CoinAfrique, he shared some of the complexities of running a multi-market platform and how he manages his many stakeholders. His advice is remarkably simple.
Thanks to its mobile app, CoinAfrique is the leader in mobile classifieds in French-speaking Africa. The company is on a mission to help users (sellers& buyers) make good deals via their phones.
The VC4A Founder Series is a podcast series where African startup founders share their stories of resilience and answer questions about the challenges and opportunities encountered during their entrepreneurship journey.
2020-09-1432 min
The VC4A Founder SeriesThe VC4A Founder Series #2 Mohamed Abdulaziz of BrimoreIn this episode we are talking to Mohamed Abdulaziz, a go-to-market veteran. While working for a P&G distributor and other multinationals he learned and developed the fundamental models and tactics that he would later need. He widened his exposure through multi consultation assignments for several industries. Finally, he consolidated the journey in founding and leading Brimore, a parallel distribution platform in the MEA region.
Brimore allows local suppliers to have nationwide coverage through a network of individual distributors (Mostly housewives) selling their products in their circles using all possible channels.
The VC4A Founder...
2020-08-3146 min
The VC4A Founder SeriesThe VC4A Founder Series #1 Tinashe Ruzane of FlexclubWelcome to the first episode of The VC4A Founder Series. This is a podcast where startup founders share their stories of resilience and answer questions about the recent challenges and opportunities encountered during their entrepreneurship journey.
We kick off the series with FlexClub co-founder Tinashe Ruzane. Flexclub is a car subscription marketplace offering an alternative way to own a car in emerging markets. Prior to co-founding Flexclub, he previously led Vehicle Solutions for Uber across Europe, Middle East & Africa. His obsession with how the future of mobility will impact emerging markets drives his work on challenging...
2020-08-1434 min
The Big Chat with George HughesEp7. How to sell on Social Media with Richard Moore, Startup Consultant, Investor and Sales CoachOn this episode I’m joined by a sales legend and business coach Richard Moore. He has over 16 years sales experience and works with clients from startups to 9-figure businesses helping them to nail their sales strategy. He’s been featured in Forbes, Influencive and Huffington Post to name just a few. And he’s also founded the incredible Entrepreneur Business Live event which is hosted here in London and around the world bringing together business owners, creatives and influencers together to collaborate and learn. He was kind enough to invite me to talk at one of these events in London...
2020-05-271h 11
The FlipWhat Do Entrepreneurs Consider When Seeking Venture Capital?We talk so often of venture capital that it's more or less assumed that raising VC funding is an inextricable part of the entrepreneur's journey. But should it be? What are the purposes for taking in VC money, and what are the considerations? 1:24 - Keith Davies, ex-CFO and Partner at Zoona on the implications of taking VC money3:19 - Integrateme Founder Luke Dominique Warner on their strategic decision to not do a traditional round of VC fundraising 5:24 - EAVCA's Eva Warigia and VC4A's Ben White on attracting local businesses leaders and high net worth in...
2020-01-0219 min
African Tech Roundup PodcastBertil van Vugt on how VC4Africa's new startup academy is boosting aspiring foundersBertil van Vugt is Business Development Lead at the Amsterdam-based organisation, VC4Africa. In this quiet chat with Andile Masuku, taped at Afrobytes Tech Conference 2017, Bertil gives us a sense of the mind space tech industry business opportunities occupy in the average European. Given his vantage point, he's also well-placed to factor in on how Africa's tech ecosystem is coming along in terms of growth. Finally, Bertil also unpacks the noble rationale behind the recent launch of VC4Africa's online startup academy (https://academy.vc4a.com), and explains why he's bullish on the e-learning trend.
2017-09-2924 min
African Tech ConversationsWooing Venture Capital With Ben WhiteBen White is exceedingly well-travelled, and his love for building new businesses has taken him all around the world and seen him collaborate with like-minded individuals pretty much anywhere he spends three hours or more. As the founder of what is widely considered Africa’s leading platform for startup funding, VC4A (Venture Capital for Africa)— Ben leads a team that brings together thousands of business professionals from 159 countries who are dedicated to building game-changing startups on the African continent. VC4A has recently published a report called the 2016 Venture Finance in Africa which cites growing investor appetite in Afri...
2016-06-201h 15
African Tech Roundup PodcastNaspers Now Worth Over ZAR 1 TrillionIf there were a race to being Africa’s largest media and internet company, out of fairness to other firms in the running, Naspers would probably be asked not to enter. After seeing its share price rise to an all-time high on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange last week— reaching R2,320.73 per share, pushing its market value to R1,02 trillion (±$6,7 billion), it’s now a matter of “catch me if you can” as far as any of the firm’s competitors closing in on them. In this week’s African Tech Round-up, Andile Masuku shares some of the reasons why Naspers stock i...
2016-06-0627 min