Aligning product-market fit with company's values
Achieving product-market fit means desired customers start desiring you, ideally pre or at Series A. African founders must align this with their startup's values to preserve identity.
Africa's new hot startups: Camels or unicorns?
Unicorn startups are an alluring dream but three founders and two investors believe that Camels are a more realistic ambition for Africa's tech ecosystem.
How African startups can leverage startup advisors
Startup advisors possess specialised insights, experience, or training in specific industries. They apply this expertise to aid founders in navigating the complexities of building tech companies in Africa.
How to de-risk your investments as an angel investor
When Paystack exited to Stripe, some Angel investors confessed to making nearly 20x on their investment. Yet, a single mistake in their investment process could have wiped out any potential gain.
The dark side of venture capital
Venture capital's enticing embrace brings rapid growth and funds, but founders face a tumultuous journey. Balancing autonomy, battling burnout, and exit pressures, startups must navigate its shadows with resilience.
How much does it cost to build a website in 2023?
In this comprehensive analysis, guest writer Yuliya Melnik writes on how much it will cost to build a standard website in 2023.
11 startups transforming commerce in North Africa
North Africa is entering a phase of maturity, and fueled by a digitally adept consumer demographic showing a strong inclination towards online retail, the e-commerce sector is poised for a surge across the region.