A venture capital firm with a $46 million early-stage fund focused on investing in early-stage technology startups across Africa.
Nigeria to deepen investments in tech startups with new funds
Nigeria's government plans to expand funding for startups through the iDICE programme. The iDICE programme was launched in 2023 to support the growth of tech and creative industries.
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Nigeria invests $64 million in Ventures Platform from its $617 million iDICE program. Egypt Ventures has deployed over $15 million across more than 150 startups since its launch in 2017.
Ventures Platform Raises $64M for Series A-Focused Fund
Ventures Platform has secured $64 million for its second investment fund. The fund aims for a final close of $75 million.
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Amazon's Project Kuiper plans to hire locally and build ground stations across Africa. The satellite company partnered with Vodacom in 2023 to launch a pilot in South Africa.
Ventures Platform closes $64 million, elevating Nigerian government as investor
Ventures Platform raised $64 million in the first close of its $75 million fund. The Nigerian government is backing the fund through the iDICE program.
