Africa Early Stage Investor Summit

We are pleased to welcome Niklas Fischer to #AESIS2024 as a featured speaker! Niklas is an Investment Manager at KfW DEG Impulse, a development finance institution and subsidiary of the KfW Banking Group (German development bank). DEG's mission is to promote business initiatives in developing countries and emerging markets, contributing to sustainable growth and improved living conditions. With experience across corporate, startup, and venture capital sectors, Niklas is involved in the develoPPP Ventures program, established by the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development. This program co-finances investments in startups to scale innovative business models that contribute to achieving the SDGs. To hear from Niklas and tap into insights on driving sustainable growth through innovative investments, grab your summit ticket now: https://bit.ly/47HBTO4! VC4A ABAN KfW KfW IPEX-Bank KfW Capital

What does it take to drive meaningful change in African societies? The answer lies in the dedication of individuals like Olatokunbo Ige, who embodies the spirit of social entrepreneurship and human rights advocacy. Olatokunbo is a versatile social entrepreneur and human rights lawyer with over three decades of experience promoting peace, social justice, and cohesion across African societies. Her work focuses on utilizing law, social policies, and people-centred strategies to drive personal, organizational, and community development. She has operated at local, national, regional, and international levels, collaborating with NGOs, African governments, inter-governmental agencies, the United Nations, and businesses of all sizes. Olatokunbo is a strategic thinker renowned for her ability to "think outside the box," boasting a proven track record of effectively managing programs and ensuring timely delivery. Her expertise covers advocacy, strategic development, and the entire project lifecycle, including implementation, monitoring, and evaluation. Fluent in both English and French, she is also recognized for her outstanding communication and leadership skills. In addition to her legal and social entrepreneurship work, she is a certified Trainer, Speaker, and Coach, and a founding member and Executive Director of the John Maxwell Team. She is a Competent Communicator and Leader through Toastmasters International and an advanced certified Human Behaviour Consultant through both Personality Insights Inc. and the John Maxwell Programme. Olatokunbo's work continues to inspire change as she builds bridges across families, communities, and businesses, advocating for harmony and social justice at every level. Join us at #AESIS2024 to hear from her and other key speakers - https://bit.ly/47HBTO4! #InnovatingPathways ABAN VC4A John Maxwell Team Afrika Nunya

Get ready to be inspired by Kenza Lahlou as she takes the stage at #AESIS2024! As the Founder and Managing Partner at Outlierz Ventures, an Africa-focused early-stage VC firm, Kenza is dedicated to backing Seed stage tech-enabled companies. Her firm is committed to empowering founders who are using technology to digitize key traditional industries across Africa’s main tech hubs, with a particular focus on Francophone Africa, Egypt, Nigeria, and Kenya. Kenza is a pioneer ecosystem builder and VC investor in Africa, bringing a wealth of experience from her diverse background in technology and investment. With a career that has taken her across Africa, Europe, Asia, and the United States, she has expertise spanning software engineering, management consulting, and private equity. She began her journey as a Computer Science engineer in France, transitioned into Private Equity in Africa, and later honed her skills in Silicon Valley, where she provided market entry services to emerging market tech startups looking to scale in the U.S. market. Inspired by her experiences, she co-founded StartupYourLife in Morocco, creating a vibrant community for tech founders to connect with investors and mentors. Recognizing the financing gap in early-stage VC in Africa, Kenza launched Outlierz Ventures in 2018, becoming one of the first Africa-focused Seed funds to support the next generation of founders building transformative businesses. Get your summit ticket at https://bit.ly/47HBTO4 to learn from her invaluable insights and experience! #InnovatingPathways ABAN VC4A Freterium PayTic Bamboo Wasoko

How can investors effectively support promising ventures and drive positive change across Africa? Our mission is to empower investors to make informed decisions to achieve this goal. How do we do this? We operate on three key pillars that form the foundation of our work. What are these THREE pillars? Consolidation | Community | Collaboration We believe that by consolidating knowledge, building a vibrant community, and fostering collaboration, we can unlock the full potential of Africa’s early-stage investment ecosystem. Visit https://lnkd.in/dDude6y6 for more details on: 1️⃣ The stats that make us rock 2️⃣ Our upcoming summit 3️⃣ How you can get your summit tickets 4️⃣ Our partners and sponsors and how you can get involved in the summit 5️⃣ How you can contact us VC4A ABAN

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What if your startup could tap into flexible funding to support its innovative solutions? Get ready to learn from a leader in impact investing - Julia Stausberg-Umuerri! Julia leads the develoPPP Ventures program at DEG Impulse, a subsidiary of the German development finance institution DEG and part of the KfW Banking Group. The matching funds facility provides flexible capital to innovative early-stage startups in Kenya, Tanzania, and Rwanda, currently supporting a diverse portfolio of 67 companies. These startups deliver impactful solutions across crucial sectors such as climate, agriculture, health, education, and mobility. With 16 years of experience in impact investing and private sector collaboration, Julia has held various roles in international consulting, market research, and development cooperation in both Germany and Nigeria. Don’t miss her session as she shares insights on driving meaningful change! Get your #AESIS2024 ticket here: https://bit.ly/47HBTO4! #InnovatingVentures KfW IPEX-Bank KfW Capital KfW IPEX-Bank ABAN VC4A

Are you curious about how policy instruments can drive capital mobilization? Join us at #AESIS2024 Academy Masterclass 5, where Oswald Osaretin Guobadia will lead an eye-opening session on this topic! As one of Africa’s foremost Digital Evangelists, Oswald brings a wealth of expertise as a seasoned Business Transformation Expert. He has a proven track record of helping organizations in the public, private, and nonprofit sectors achieve operational excellence and revenue growth while forging strategic partnerships in complex business environments. With nearly three decades of experience, Oswald has been instrumental in managing multi-million-dollar infrastructure projects and pioneering policy developments that are shaping Africa’s dynamic digital landscape. His relentless focus on innovation enables him to create value for stakeholders across borders and cultures. Mark your calendars for 13th November for this session co-hosted by ABAN and VC4A by registering at bit.ly/3AjfGcX and stay tuned as we unveil the session speakers next week!

🔊 #AESIS2024 is thrilled to welcome Sanjay Soni CA(SA), Chief Vision & Venture Executive at Jozi Angels, to our speaker lineup! Sanjay is a seasoned entrepreneur, venture builder, business strategist, chartered accountant, investor & advisor and board member with 30+ years of professional experience across diverse sectors. He has founded and co-founded multiple startup enterprises, navigating the dynamic landscape of innovation and business creation. Sanjay is deeply embedded in the startup and early-stage ecosystem as an investor, mentor, advisor, angel investor, venture builder, and advocate for budding entrepreneurs, with a strong passion for nurturing future leaders. Prepare for transformative insights from one of the leading voices in the startup ecosystem and other key players in the investment ecosystem by securing your summit ticket at https://bit.ly/47HBTO4 ABAN VC4A

Are you curious about what investors are looking for in today’s market or wondering how to prepare your business for funding success? The Capital Providers Dialogue at #AESIS2024 is where these answers come to life! What’s Your Burning Question? What do you want to know? Leave your questions below the comment section, and who knows? Your question might just take center stage during the dialogue at #AESIS2024! Tag a friend who needs to be part of this conversation and join us for an unparalleled exchange of insights in Cape Town on 28-29 November!

Don’t miss Nonnie Wanjihia Burbidge, the Co-Head of Investments (Africa) - Untapped Global at #AESIS2024 (co-hosted by ABAN and VC4A)! With over a decade of experience in financial services, including private equity (PE) and venture capital (VC), Nonnie brings a wealth of knowledge to the Untapped Global team. Most recently, she was an Investment Principal at Zephyr Management's Acorn Funds, where she focused on high-growth, tech-enabled startups across East Africa. Previously, Nonnie founded and led a groundbreaking cloud kitchen startup, backed by pre-seed funding from Antler. Before diving into startup entrepreneurship, Nonnie served as Vice President at Emerging Capital Partners - ECP, further cementing her expertise in the investment landscape. Her pioneering spirit led her to found the East Africa Private Equity & Venture Capital Association (EAVCA), where she served as the first Executive Director and later on its Board of Directors for two years. Her career includes roles as an Associate at TBL Mirror Fund and Associate Consultant at Africa Practice. Don't miss the chance to hear from Nonnie as she shares her journey and insights into the world of African investments: https://bit.ly/47HBTO4! #InnovatingPathways