September 24, 2020: "Is the Venture Capital model the right model for Africa?"
The success of technology startups, esp. those from the US, has become legendary. And it’s not a surprise that, whether through muscle memory or through deliberate choice, we’ve copy and pasted that model for investing in other areas: impact investing, investing Africa, etc. Does it work? Is it right for investors? Is it right for African entrepreneurs? Is it the kind of investment that Africa needs for economic development?
The success of technology startups, esp. those from the US, has become legendary. And it’s not a surprise that, whether through muscle memory or through deliberate choice, we’ve copy and pasted that model for investing in other areas: impact investing, investing Africa, etc. Does it work? Is it right for investors? Is it right for African entrepreneurs? Is it the kind of investment that Africa needs for economic development?
August 18, 2020: "Race and Entrepreneurship in Africa: Does it Matter?"
A panel of entrepreneurs and investors, both local and international, discuss their experience and views.
A panel of entrepreneurs and investors, both local and international, discuss their experience and views.