Fintech and Logistics Dominate African Start-up Funding in H1 2026
African startups raised $1.35 billion in the first half of 2026 (excluding exits), but the headline figure masks an
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Fundraising Guides
How the money works: seed, Series A and B, valuation, convertible loans, SAFEs, cap tables, ESOPs, anti-dilution and exits, written for African founders.
Investment Rights in Startup Funding: What Founders Must Know
Securing equity investment is a major milestone for any startup. But alongside the capital injection, founders must be prepared to
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Series A Funding Guide: How Startups Secure Venture Capital
As startups grow, so do their funding needs. While early-stage founders often focus on securing pre-seed and seed
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How to Build a Revenue Growth Model for Your Startup
Having a clearly defined revenue growth strategy is critical for any startup looking to raise capital or scale efficiently. Investors
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Startup Valuation Methods Every Founder Must Understand
The early days of building a startup are full of energy, vision and much uncertainty. As a venture begins gaining
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Seed Funding for Startups: A Practical Guide for Startup Founders
In Africa’s growing startup ecosystem, understanding the nuances of funding stages is not just beneficial, it’s essential. Whether
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Preference Shares Explained: A Guide for SA Startups
In the world of startup funding, it’s not only the innovations that require close attention, understanding the financial instruments
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Convertible Loans for Startups: SA Guide to Early Funding
When it comes to financing your startup, most founders turn to private investors such as angel investors and venture capitalists.
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Equity vs Debt Funding for Startups: SAFEs, Valuation & Dilution Explained
When it comes to funding a startup, most founders immediately think of equity investments. Debt financing, by comparison, remains a
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Legal Essentials for SA Startup Founders: Vesting & Cap Tables
At StartupClubZA’s recent Founder Day in Johannesburg, a legal masterclass - hosted by Adrian Dommisse of Dommisse Attorneys unpacked some
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How to Raise Startup Funding Without Revenue in 2025
So, you have a great business idea - you believe it’s the next best thing since sliced bread. You’ve
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