Philani MzilaInnovating Healthcare Delivery in Africa: The Role of Venture CapitalWe’ve all heard the stats: according to the World Health Organisation, sub-Saharan Africa carries 24% of the global disease burden but has…Jun 91Jun 91
Philani MzilaFive ways startups can impress investors during due diligenceIn 2023, with $3.5bn raised from 547 deals, African venture capital (VC) experienced a significant downturn. Year-on-year, total funding…Mar 19Mar 19
Philani MzilainFounders Factory AfricaUnlocking growth: M&A opportunities in African VC spaceThe past 12 months have seen a significant decline in venture capital (VC) funding in Africa. The total amount raised declined by almost…Aug 22, 2023Aug 22, 2023
Philani MzilaThoughtful capitalisation table crucial to start-up successIn the start-up universe one of the most valuable (if not the most valuable) finite resources you have at your disposal as a founder is…Jun 27, 2023Jun 27, 2023
Philani MzilaUnlocking potential: power of equity in incentivising African tech start-up teamsThe year is 2009. Jan Koum and Brian Acton have started developing an app that would allow its users to let their friends know whether they…Jun 27, 2023Jun 27, 2023
Philani MzilainFounders Factory AfricaAgritech investment in Africa: Challenges and opportunitiesAgritech investment has the potential to create a significant positive impact in Africa from both a financial and socio-economic…Oct 18, 2022Oct 18, 2022