In a dynamic and knowledge-driven landscape, the journey from research breakthroughs to real-world impact is a vital bridge that demands strategic acumen. The recent Training of Trainers (ToT) program, spanning an insightful week, was a transformative experience designed to empower the heads of research institutions to establish and manage effective Research to Commercialization (R2C) centres […]
In today’s fast-paced and highly competitive business landscape, tech startups are emerging at an unprecedented rate. While these ventures hold immense potential for disruptive innovation and substantial returns, they also face significant risks, making due diligence crucial. Conducting thorough due diligence helps investors make informed decisions and enables tech startups to identify potential pitfalls and […]
Halfway in, celebrating, learning, improving… the R2C journey so far! During the past several months, we embarked on an incredible Research to Commercialization (R2C) journey with a group of eight innovators looking to commercialize their innovations and fifteen participants in the Training of Trainers (ToT) program looking to take elements of the R2C program and push them […]
Angel investing is a global phenomenon, and there are numerous jurisdictions worldwide that support and encourage angel investing. Determining the ideal jurisdiction for angel investing is subjective and depends on various factors, including personal preferences, industry focus, network accessibility, and specific investment opportunities. Conducting thorough research and seeking professional advice are recommended to make informed […]
In angel investing, legal expertise plays a pivotal role in determining the success of an investment. While angel investors may question the need for legal considerations, it is crucial to understand that engaging a lawyer with specific experience in startup financing and securities law is essential in navigating the complex landscape of angel investing. Building […]
A value proposition should articulate the benefits that the customer will receive. It should be unique, and it should be based on insights about customers and their needs. It should also be simple, clear, and easy to understand
If you are an angel investor and are keen to participate in Africa’s boom in the Startups space, you must wonder how startups are valued. Based on data from Africa: The Big Deal, it has taken just 7 weeks for African startups to raise their first USD 1bln in 2022, and in some instances, with valuations, […]
The Startup Bill, 2020 is an Act of Parliament: to provide a framework to encourage growth and sustainable technological development and new entrepreneurship employment; to create a more favourable environment for innovation; to attract Kenyan talents and capital; and for connected purposes. This is a step in the right direction and comes at a time […]
Over the years, the inflow of startup funding capital in Africa has been rapidly growing, as investors have started paying more attention to investment opportunities in Africa. African economies have shown great potential for growth, and this has made African startups a key portfolio ingredient for investors looking for investment opportunities. In addition to the […]
Whether you believe in it or not the Valley of Death (VoD) is real! If you are still wondering about its whereabouts, talk to any seasoned entrepreneur. The VoD refers to that phase of a company where it is too early to attract any / huge appetite from early stage investors and it’s also not […]