Innovation and impact are the cornerstones of success in the dynamic world of startups. At VBAN, we are proud to support a diverse array of early-stage companies that embody these qualities, each striving to make a meaningful difference in their respective industries. Through the VBAN Portfolio Series, we embark on a journey to uncover the […]
EARLY-STAGE TECH AS AN ASSET CLASS Exiting from early-stage investments just doesn’t happen. There is a wide range of possible outcomes. It is a result of continuous knowledge and preparation and readiness that secures optimal outcomes for the angel investor. Failing to plan becomes planning to fail. An angel investor thus, must have extensive knowledge […]
Research to Commercialisation(R2C) Accelerator Program Welcomes Cohort 2: Empowering Innovators to Transform Research Innovations Into Successful Businesses Viktoria Ventures, in collaboration with the Kenya National Innovations Agency (KENIA), is implementing a Research to Commercialisation (R2C) program to strengthen the commercialisation process in universities and research centres in Kenya. We are thrilled to announce the launch […]
Happy Holidays! As we end another year, it’s time to reflect on all that we have accomplished and look ahead to the future. This year has been filled with challenges and triumphs, and we are grateful for the opportunity to work together to progress and achieve our goals. In this wrap-up, we will look back […]
Launch of the Utafiti kwa Biashara: Research to Commercialization (R2C) program Kenya is one of the leading entrepreneurship ecosystems in Africa and, indeed, the world. When people talk about startup funding (angel investing and venture capital), impact investing, incubators, and accelerators, especially when referencing the continent, Kenya must feature in one way or the other. […]