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Don't miss our upcoming Deal Rooms, featuring ventures that have been handpicked and trained by VC4A, through the GSMA Innovation Fund program. As an investor, you'll get to connect with founders building exciting startups and explore potential investment opportunities to expand your portfolio. ♦️ Date: March 17 - 21, 2025 ♦️ Follow the link below to learn more about the ventures and sign up: https://lnkd.in/dvDAWgcJ #VC4A #DealRoom #DealFlow

Preparing for Q2 and eager to unlock your startup's full potential in 2025? Then it's important to learn how to leverage strategic partnerships. Learn how to identify the right partners, build strong relationships, exchange value and leverage opportunities on the VC4A platform for your growth. 📬 Read more: https://lnkd.in/d-9vgAJ6 #Startupsuccess #Partnerships #Networking #VC4A

📣 GITEX AFRICA 2025 is just one month away, set to take place in Marrakech 🇲🇦 from April 14-16! 🎟 As key partners for the gathering this year, members of the VC4A community, get a 40% discount on any delegate pass! Get the code and activate your discount here —> https://lnkd.in/gTtGmKyb For startups, this is also your chance at the spotlight to meet with investors, global and regional VCs, accelerators and incubators. See you there! 📲 Partners: GITEX AFRICA #GITEXAFRICA2025 #GITEXAFRICA #GITEXAFRICANORTHSTAR

🏁 DEADLINE EXTENSION! You asked and we listened. The She Wins Climate application portal is now open until April 7th, 2025. 🗓 We understand that you need to submit a winning application to join the programme for climate-tech startups, so use the extra time to finish strong! 🗓 Complete your application here: https://lnkd.in/dSNawqR6 🙋♀️ Eligibility: Women-led startups solving climate challenges in Eastern Europe and Central Asia. Don’t miss the opportunity to join a network of change-makers! She Wins Climate is supported by IFC - International Finance Corporation and implemented by VC4A, adelphi, and EBAN - European Business Angel Network #SheWinsClimate #SWC2025 #armenia #azerbaijan #Bulgaria #Czechrepublic #Georgia #Moldova #Tajikistan #Uzbekistan #Kazakhstan #Kyrgyzstan #Poland #Turkiye #Romania #Serbia #climatetechnology #smartcities #climatesmartagriculture #cleantech

Discover how VC4A platform tools and consulting services solve for the goals of startup support organizations. 📈 With smart tools, insights expertise and services that put the program manager in the driver seat, now this can focus on delivering the most impact for their target audience. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/d3SGwmRw #VC4A #StartupAcceleration #StarupPrograms #ProgramManagement #Innovation #GlobalImpact

📣 Join us in welcoming a new member of the VC4A team, Isabella D'Ambrosio Vila. As a Project Manager, she will be working closely with the rest of our team and our partners to deliver impactful startup acceleration programs in the region. Welcome, Isabella! 🎉 vc4a.com/our-team #VC4ATeam

🎯Are you a fit for She Wins Climate? To join the programme, you must be: 🔹 Women-led: Businesses must have at least one woman in a leadership role. 🔹 Climate-focused: Startups addressing climate challenges for example in renewable energy, climate-smart agriculture, water conservation, or sustainable urban systems. 🔹 Established operations: Your startup must be operational in Eastern Europe or Central Asia. Why apply? > Unlock funding opportunities. 🏦 > Access tailored training and mentorship. 🔝 > Build your network of climate entrepreneurs. 🌐 Apply here for an opportunity to make your mark in the climate space ➡️ https://lnkd.in/dwaX37Hi Deadline to apply is March 17, 2025. ⏰ 🙋♀️ Do you know another startup that fits the profile? Then you can also refer them using our quick referral form: https://lnkd.in/dVmEunef She Wins Climate - Eastern Europe, Central Asia and Türkiye is supported by IFC - International Finance Corporation and implemented by VC4A, adelphi and EBAN - European Business Angel Network. #SheWinsClimate #SWC2025

The Africa's Business Heroes Summit and Grand Finale is here! Come March 14th and 15th at the Kigali Convention Center in Rwanda 🇷🇼, drivers and players of the African startup ecosystem will gather to celebrate AI: African Innovation, Insight and Impact! 🚀 Register to attend: https://lnkd.in/d_UG8Asa What to expect : ⚡️ Dynamic and interactive sessions: Engaging cross-sector discussions featuring debates, live podcast sessions, business roasts, CPR and networking in the dark. AI-powered experience: Witness how AI is transforming African entrepreneurship in real-time. 🔐 ⚡️ Live pitch competition: The ABH Top 10 will compete for their share of $1.5 million in funding. ⚡️ Keynote speeches & roundtables – Insights from leading entrepreneurs, judges and investors driving change. ⚡️ Entrepreneurial showcase: Discover groundbreaking businesses solving Africa’s biggest challenges. 🌍 ⚡️ Awards ceremony: Celebrate the announcement of this year’s ABH winners and their share of the $1.5 million prize fund. 🏆 If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to info@africabusinessheroes.org Africa's Business Heroes

To the powerful women at VC4A and across our community, Happy International Women's Day! 🙋♀️As Maya Angelou once said, "Nothing can dim the light that shines from within." This year's theme is "For ALL Women and Girls: Rights. Equality. Empowerment." This underscores the importance of leaving no one behind, because progress is not gender-specific. As advocates for the startup ecosystem, we each have a significant role in promoting innovation and supporting high-potential startups. ⚡️The task: - A digital revolution - Zero violence - Freedom from poverty - Peace and security - Decision-making power and - Climate justice for women Learn more: https://lnkd.in/d-aqbvmv #ForAllWomenAndGirls #IWD2025 #InternationalWomensDay

Introducing the top 10 AgriTech startup mentors on VC4A. These experts are empowering African agritech ventures to innovate and scale: https://lnkd.in/d_U8esvd #AgriTech #Mentorship #MentorshipMarketplace #VC4A