The African Pre-seed

The African Pre-seed

An insight-rich immersion in African tech ecosystem affairs for the discerning Africa-focused Founder.

APS Newsletter #08: For founders, never has time been so closely tied to money, and their futures

APS Newsletter #08: For founders, never has time been so closely tied to money, and their futures

Mar 17, 2023 African Startups Investing in Africa Newsletters Silicon Valley Founders

In last month's African Pre-seed newsletter, Olumuyiwa Olowoboyega reflected on balance and the need for founders to always have their eyes on the company's runway. This sentiment has taken on new meaning following the demise of a certain US bank.

African Pre-seed #11: Fintech Vibe Check + Lessons from Arifpay with Bernard Laurendeau

African Pre-seed #11: Fintech Vibe Check + Lessons from Arifpay with Bernard Laurendeau

Feb 28, 2023 African Startups fintech Investing in Africa Mobile money Vibe Check

In this #APSVibecheck instalment, Bernard Laurendeau, shares insights about the growth of Ethiopia's economy, banking sector, the story behind Arifpay, and how he transitioned from investing in Ethiopia's first Point of Sale (POS) Payment System to becoming its CEO.

APS Newsletter #07: Everything pre-seed stage founders need to remember in 2023

APS Newsletter #07: Everything pre-seed stage founders need to remember in 2023

Feb 17, 2023 African Startups Founders Investing in Africa Venture Capital Newsletters

In this newsletter, we drop some gems about factors to consider when funding your pre-seed startups.

African Pre-seed #10: The role of media coverage for the African VC and startup ecosystem

African Pre-seed #10: The role of media coverage for the African VC and startup ecosystem

Jan 30, 2023 African Startups Media Internet Investing in Africa

Founder and CEO of Big Cabal Media, publisher of TechCabal and Zikoko, Tomiwa Aladekomo talks about all things media within the African VC ecosystem and its vital role in shaping the African tech ecosystem narrative.

APS Newsletter #06: Jumia, Flutterwave and the Future of African Tech

APS Newsletter #06: Jumia, Flutterwave and the Future of African Tech

Jan 17, 2023 African Startups Founders Investing in Africa Newsletters

In this newsletter, we get into some 2023 predictions based on Jumia's stock price, Flutterwave's IPO future and North Africa's startup ecosystem

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