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A newsletter structuring my learning journey on the first principles of VC investing in Africa, systemic investing, and holistic approaches to complex social problems.
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Final reflections on the viability and scalability of VC-backed digital commerce opportunities in Africa — what the numbers reveal and what they don't.
ReadWhy financial inclusion and economic inclusion aren't the same thing — and what an informed investment thesis on African fintech actually requires.
ReadOn spending four years chasing first principles for African VC, what the journey uncovered, and why the next chapter is about writing instead of podcasting.
ReadResearch
Early-stage investing · 2021
Explores what drives outcomes for early-stage startups and investors in Africa — and why context is the variable most investors underweight.
Read the reportEcosystem · Tech Hubs
About the role of tech hubs in African startup ecosystems, with a focus on financial sustainability and viable business models.
Read the reportShared Ownership
Details several shared ownership models within three distinct contexts: the role of women, agriculture, and the gig economy.
Read the reportInnovation Ecosystems · Toolkit
An innovation ecosystem assessment toolkit designed to help practitioners understand and strengthen ICT-driven innovation environments.
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