Michelle Amoakoh: Afropean economic voice. At Zidicircle, an angel investor syndicate, she supported deal flow activities, including screening and due diligence [📸 Author] Most people haven’t heard of it. But they should. Diaspora angel investing isn’t a trend—yet. But it sits quietly at the intersection of global remittance flows, grassroots entrepreneurship, and long-term wealth creation for African economies. At its core, it’s about taking something we already do—send money home—and turning it into something with deeper, longer-lasting impact. In this piece by Michelle Amoakoh, she breaks down what diaspora angel investing really means, why it matters now, and how it…
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Kofi Abunu is the Managing Director & Chief Executive Officer of Food Concepts Plc – the parent company of Chicken Republic, PieXpress, and The Chop Box [📸 Author] Why your food business only grows as fast as your weakest link, says Kofi Abunu. In the food business, most people focus on the menu, the margins, or the market. But the real make-or-break factor often hides in plain sight: your partnerships. In this sharp and experience-backed reflection, Kofi A. pulls from his leadership journey at Chicken Republic to spotlight a truth many overlook — that vendors, suppliers, and service partners can…
Ayeesha Bala-Wunti – Founding partner & CEO of PennPromise Ventures. Impact driven Investor | Venture Capitalist | Sustainability Advocate [📸 Author] No one builds alone – why the right Co-Founder might be your greatest asset, says Ayeesha Bala-Wunti. We love the myth of the lone genius—the founder who defies all odds, builds from scratch, and wins. But in the real world of startups, that narrative is more fiction than fact. Behind most great ventures is not just vision, but partnership. In this piece, Ayeesha Bala-Wunti unpacks the emotional and practical weight of going it alone, and why the startup journey…
Product Management & Marketing, Precious Aigbe [📸 Author] In this heartfelt and inspiring reflection, Precious Aigbe shares his journey from an unexpected layoff to launching Lancity — a new learning platform designed to help immigrants pass the CELPIP exam with confidence. Drawing on his experience in digital marketing, education, and community-building, Precious turns a season of uncertainty into a powerful mission to serve others. His story is a reminder that sometimes, the greatest opportunities are already in our hands — waiting to be built into something extraordinary. I was laid off from a job I truly loved.Not because I underperformed.Not…
Seed Investor and Venture Partner, Patricia Sink 📸 [Author] Startups are supposed to be messy — but some messes are just plain inexcusable. In this brutally honest (and darkly funny) piece, Patricia Sink (Seed Investor, Venture Partner) calls out the kinds of startup behaviours that make even the most seasoned founder want to scream into the void. If you’ve ever nodded along to a pitch about “no competitors” or watched a team spend more time perfecting a logo than talking to users, this piece is for you. But, fair warning: it’s sharp, it’s direct, and if it stings a little……
📸Author Julian Weisser (CEO & Co-Founder, ODF) argues that the prevailing narrative in the investment world often undervalues solo founders, despite the demonstrable evidence to the contrary. Weisser’s piece signals a shift in this perspective, marking a clear move to champion and empower the often-underestimated potential of those building alone. 🎥 Julian Weisser Solo founders are underestimated.Despite solo-founded companies like Midjourney, Vercel and ODF startups like Loyal, Pave, and Settle proving the model works, many investors continue to push founders to find co-founders before taking them seriously.We’re changing that narrative — starting today.We’re launching two initiatives to help encourage and…
Maya Horgan Famodu – Founder, Ingressive Capital [📸Kunmi Owopetu] Nigerian-American entrepreneur and venture capital investor, Maya Horgan Famodu is a prominent figure in the African venture capital and technology space, renowned for her transformative impact on Africa’s tech ecosystem. As the founder and managing director of Ingressive Capital, a $10 million venture capital fund that provides market entry, technology research, and market operations services, she focuses on early-stage startups across Sub-Saharan Africa’s key tech markets. Notably, Maya is the youngest person to launch a VC fund in Africa and the first sole female to establish a tech-focused fund in Nigeria.…
Olamide Ajkanji – Finance || Investments || Economy || Capitalism || Wealth Management [📸Author] With just ₦100,000, smart investing can put you on the path to financial growth. Instead of leaving money idle, a well-planned investment strategy can help you build wealth across different sectors. In this piece, Olamide Akanji breaks down exactly how she would allocate ₦100,000—spreading it across stocks, mutual funds, ETFs, and crypto for a balanced and diversified portfolio. If you’re looking for practical investment ideas, this is a must-read! “This is how I will invest #100,000…👉I will put 40k into stocks and this is how I…
Certified Financial Instructor & Founder of FinTribe, Jennifer Awirigwe (aka Financial Jennifer) 📸 Author The Smart Woman’s Investment Playbook for 2025 In a world where financial security and personal growth go hand in hand, making smart investments is no longer optional—it’s essential. Whether it’s securing tangible assets like gold, building wealth through stocks, or enhancing your personal brand, every woman deserves to thrive financially and personally. In this piece, Financial Jennifer breaks down the seven best investments every smart woman should make in 2025—from financial literacy to relationships and self-improvement. Ready to level up? Let’s dive in. ✅1. Invest in…
By Strive Masiyiwa – Founder & Executive Chairman, Econet Group (Cassava Technologies & Econet Wireless), Co-Founder, Higherlife Foundation March 14, 2025 Be the Change: A call to cction for Africa’s problem-solvers In a world where many observe problems but wait for someone else to fix them, Strive Masiyiwa challenges Africans to take ownership of solutions. Using the inspiring example of the Netherlands’ shift to bicycles, sparked by one grieving father’s campaign, Masiyiwa argues that transformative change often begins with a single person willing to act. From waste management to access to capital for young entrepreneurs, he urges individuals to step…