An African venture studio and ecosystem collective that supports startups through funding and strategic guidance, promoting the venture studio model.
Before the VCs arrive, FirstFounders wants African AI startups built to last
FirstFounders was launched in 2020 to help founders turn ideas into scalable businesses. The firm identifies a lack of operational support and capital access as key challenges for African startups.
Can venture studios crack Africa’s startup puzzle? FirstFounders thinks so
In July 2025, PocketLawyers announced funding from Nubia Capital to expand its operations in Africa. PocketLawyers pivoted from a user-lawyer connection service to offering connectivity tools for lawyers.
