ABAN Angels

Today, ABAN launched the first edition of its Level Up Series, co-hosted by @Kigali_IFC, under the theme “Policy-to-Capital Conversation". @YemiKeri @FadilahTchoumba @martinwarioba

Are you an accelerator working with high-potential startups and looking for the right systems to deliver value at scale? Do you need support with program ops and investor engagement? @Dealum_ is here to simplify the process. 🔗👉dealum.com/solutions/acce… 🔗👉dealum.com/solutions/ban

Africa’s startup ecosystem is ready, but capital needs to move faster, smarter & more collaboratively. Join us at docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAI… in shaping the future of angel investing in Africa.

When we connect ecosystems, capital & ideas across countries, we accelerate growth & unlock new opportunities. @eglantumba, Managing Partner, MsFiT Ventures emphasizes that collaboration is key in building a sustainable Africa-specific ecosystem. @AESIS_summit @VC4A_Africa

As traditional development funding shifts, new pathways are emerging to support innovation & growth across Africa. Read this month’s #ABAN_newsletter for more insights: tinyurl.com/2dt65kc7 @Dealum_ @timbuktooafrica @UNDP @AfricaCatalytic @africa_heroes

While angel investors in Europe can deploy capital in minutes, African angel groups often take months to close the same deals. It’s not just about speed, but the structural realities that make deploying $50k–$200k more complex in Africa. More insights👉techcabal.com/2026/03/23/aba…

Are you having those late nights, working with tight budgets, chasing big dreams & still showing up to build Climate Smart Agriculture solutions? Now, it’s time for investors to see you too. Pitch your solution & connect with the people that will take it to the next level.

African founders are navigating pre-seed with a playbook that wasn't built for their markets. The @MadicaVC Founder Guidebook documents what actually works from the investors watching it happen across North, West, East & Southern Africa. Explore it 👉 guidebook.madica.vc

This Easter, we celebrate new beginnings and the opportunities they bring. May this season inspire fresh ideas, stronger connections, and meaningful progress across Africa’s startup and investment community.

A $1 billion model to back 1,000 African startups, create jobs & transform livelihoods is already taking shape through the @timbuktooafrica initiative by @UNDP. Read undp.org/rwanda/publica… for more details. @AfricaCatalytic

On 2nd April, Co-creation HUB @Cc_HUB & @TechCabal are putting the numbers on the table, mapping where clean-tech investment is going & highlighting where the real opportunities lie. Register at luma.com/4mw5t98f to be part of the session. @UNIDO @TheREANigeria @BankyC

In this clip, @MsechuRodrique shares a message for aspiring local investors & partners on the power of showing up, investing with purpose & building from within. Full clip: youtube.com/shorts/jbaeNSM… Join us in building the future angel investment: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAI…

The recent policy shift around intermediaries signals a timely & welcome step forward for the ecosystem, reflecting a growing recognition of the evolving investment landscape. Read this @TechCabal interview with @FadilahTchoumba at techcabal.com/2026/03/23/aba… for more details.

It takes an angel group two or three months to deploy capital in a startup on the continent, versus a European group taking 20 minutes. The question is, why is it taking us so long to deploy $50,000 or $200,000? More details: techcabal.com/2026/03/23/aba… @FadilahTchoumba @TechCabal

Thank you for being part of our growing community of investors, founders & ecosystem builders shaping Africa’s future. Remember to subscribe to our mailing list by signing up at abanangels.us10.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=1e… to be part of Africa’s thriving angel investing community!

As we get ready for @AESIS_summit 2026, how do we ensure Africa’s growth is truly sustainable @MelvynLubega shares insights on trust & collaboration in building Africa’s future. Email Yaw Peprah at yaw@africainvestorsummit.com to partner with us. Watch👉youtu.be/7sxhDjv3K_U

One of our key priorities since 2025 has been making angel capital deployment as seamless as possible. If we solve this, we can realistically unlock $50 - $80 million annually in angel investment across the continent. Read techcabal.com/2026/03/23/aba… by @TechCabal. @FadilahTchoumba

As we count down to the launch of the 2025 ABAN Angel Investment Survey Report, one question stands out, what insights are you most eager to uncover? @UNDP @briter_co

May this Eid bring peace and positivity to your home.

What does the angel investment ecosystem in 2025 tell us about where Africa is headed next? That’s exactly what our 2025 Angel Investment Survey Report unpacks. Be among the 1st to access it as soon as it goes live: tinyurl.com/2k586afn @UNDP @briter_co @FadilahTchoumba

To be eligible as a startup, you must be at the MVP stage/beyond, a member of a @timbuktooafrica hub, follow best practices for environmental & social responsibility & have received funding from ABAN-affiliated angel investors. List of Timbuktoo startups👉bit.ly/475rxsp

Participants can maximize returns, reduce early-stage risk & support innovative startups ready to scale, while strengthening Africa’s early-stage ecosystem. Who'll be part of the next big @AfricaCatalytic 2.0 success story? It could be you, if you submit your applications today!

How can your early-stage investments make an even bigger impact in Africa? @Africacatalytic's Matching Fund answers that question by unlocking the full potential of @timbuktooafrica-incubated startups. @UNDP