👇🏾In this Edition * Founder's Notes: From Whiteboard to Launch * Blitz Launch Update * Community Update * Ecosystem Updates 📮 Founder's Notes A behind-the-scenes look at how we brought Blitz to life, from ideation to launching a landing page. When I started working on Blitz, it stemmed from a clear
Have you ever attended a startup webinar or listened to an investor discussion and felt completely lost in the conversation? If that sounds familiar, you’re not alone. Many early-stage entrepreneurs find startup funding terminology overwhelming. With so many unfamiliar terms being tossed around, it’s easy to feel like
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So you put in the work. You polish your pitch deck, send out cold emails to “global investors,” and wait—hoping for a response that never comes. And then, you realize the truth: many of these so-called global investors don’t actually fund African startups.
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As a startup, your whole existence is one big hypothesis…lol. You have to find some way to measure your progress and the metrics you chose can be dependent on stage.
Are you a young person in Africa with a burning passion to make a difference in your community? Do you believe in the power of entrepreneurship to transform lives and build a brighter future? Then apply for the youth entrepreneurship grants (€30,000-€50,000) specifically aimed at supporting youth-led
When we think about building a startup or what it takes to be a great founder, the usual ingredients come to mind: a great idea, a talented team, and access to capital. But the critical factor of community often gets overlooked.
Are you a women-led enterprise building sustainable solutions in health or food security? This is your moment! Across Asia Pacific, Latin America, Africa, and the Middle East, we’re seeking 15 women who are ready to scale their ideas and create sustainable change. If you’re working on innovative solutions
Welcome to 2025 Planning Season🎊 👇🏾In this Edition * Founder's Notes * Introducing Community Sessions * Ecosystem Updates - New Unicorn Alert 📮 Founder's Notes I’ve been told I can no longer say “Happy New Year” since we’re well into January, so instead, let me officially welcome you
👇🏾In this Edition * Founder spotlight * Ecosystem pulse 🌟 Founder Spotlight: Lekan Olude - Revolutionizing Employee Benefits in Africa 🌟 This week’s Founder Spotlight shines on Lekan Olude, the visionary founder of Motherboard, a platform transforming employee welfare by aggregating vendors to provide employees with flexible, company-funded benefits like healthcare, transportation, food,
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Are you struggling to secure funding for your brilliant business idea? Don't let limited resources hold you back! Here are three fantastic micro-grant opportunities that could be the launchpad you need: 1. The Freed Fellowship : Apply today for a $2500 business grant. This program goes the extra mile
Are you a young African health champion with a vision to transform your community? The Africa CDC, in partnership with GIZ and YouthHubAfrica, is thrilled to announce the Bingwa PLUS initiative. This program is designed to empower young leaders like you to address critical health challenges and create lasting impact.
👇🏾In this Edition * Founder spotlight * Ecosystem pulse * Community highlight Sign up for a Beta Collective membership here 🌟Founder Spotlight: Lydia Idem – Pioneering Pathways for African Innovation🌟 This week, our Founder Spotlight shines on Lydia Idem, the dynamic Chief Operating Officer at LoftyInc Capital Management, a trailblazing venture capital and startup
Are you a young advocate, storyteller, or innovator with a passion for addressing the youth mental health crisis? The LookUp Innovation Challenge is seeking exceptional individuals and teams aged 18-25 to develop innovative digital wellbeing solutions and youth-led movements. What's in it for you? Funding: Awardees will receive
👇🏾In this Edition * Our Community Pitch event is this Thursday!! * Founder spotlight * Ecosystem pulse Sign up for a Beta Collective membership here ⏰ Friendly Reminder: Don’t Miss Out! This Thursday’s the Day! 🎉 We're counting down the hours to our Community Pitch featuring Cuttoshape + Blitz AMA on October
Mark your calendars - we're hosting a community pitch event this month. First up, we'll get an inside look at Cuttoshape, one of the most promising startups in our community. Then, stick around as we discuss our new funding product that's been designed specifically
Are you a woman founder of a tech startup ready to take your business to the next level? The Aurora Tech Award is a global competition designed to recognize and support exceptional women tech founders. Created and supported by inDrive, this prestigious award offers a $85,000 prize fund and
Young African Entrepreneurs, It’s time to level up! Applications for the Anzisha Prize is opened! Q: What is the Anzisha Prize Venture Building Fellowship? A: The Anzisha Prize is Africa's biggest award for young entrepreneurs between 15 and 22 years old. It offers a multi-year fellowship program
👇🏾In this Edition * Community Pitch: Cut to Shape & Blitz AMA event announcement * Founder spotlight * Ecosystem pulse Sign up for a Beta Collective membership here 🎤 Pitch. Learn. Grow. We’re thrilled to announce our next community event – Community Pitch: Cut to Shape & Blitz AMA! First part of the event
The world of entrepreneurship can feel daunting, especially when it comes to securing funds. Fear not, women entrepreneurs! This post explores three fantastic opportunities designed specifically to support your dreams and fuel your female-founded future. Whether you're in the early stages of development or ready to scale up,
Applications are opened for the Google for Startups Accelerator 2024 Are you a Black-led technology startup in South Africa looking to take your business to the next level? If so, then the Google for Startups Accelerator 2024 is a program you can't afford to miss. This three-month hybrid
Are you a startup looking for expert mentorship, funding, and valuable networking opportunities? These accelerator programs offer support to help you scale your startup to new heights. Get expert mentorship, funding and networking opportunities through these accelerator programs