CatalyzU

Some exciting news! We've partnered with @A_ACollective , the biggest community of associates and analysts working at VC funds across Africa. The @A_ACollective was born out of a shared realization that Africa's investment landscape lacked a dedicated network for emerging talent. What began as a small WhatsApp community in 2021 has transformed into a leading network for emerging investment talent on the continent. The Collective has expanded its impact by providing access to educational opportunities, curating focus groups, offering leads on industry publications, and supporting job access. As a @catalyzu Alumni, you can qualify for a discount on their core membership of between 30% and 50%. To apply for membership, simply complete the application form using the link below. bit.ly/AACollectivexC…

⏰ Just 1 day left to apply for CatalyzU's Micro-MBA Class of 2025! CatalyzU has now trained talent from 32 countries globally that represent some of Africa's best and brightest – if you want to join them, then visit the link below and apply before it's too late: catalyzu.io/micro-mba-in-v…

🎓CatalyzU Micro-MBA Lecturer Spotlight: Iyinoluwa Aboyeji. We’re thrilled to welcome Iyinoluwa 'E' Aboyeji — the force behind two African unicorns — as Lecturer for the Micro MBA in Venture Capital & Entrepreneurship! 🔹Co-founder of Flutterwave, Andela, and Future Africa 🔹Africa’s only 2x unicorn founder 🔹Backed 100+ African startups like Moove, Termii, and Stitch 🔥From building billion-dollar ventures to backing the next generation of founders, E brings unmatched insights into what it really takes to scale on the continent. This is your chance to learn directly from professionals like E, who are shaping Africa’s tech future. Only 10 days left to apply! ⤵️ catalyzu.io/micro-mba-in-v…

🚀  Your Roadmap to Advanced VC & Entrepreneurship Mastery The CatalyzU Micro-MBA in Venture Capital & Entrepreneurship isn’t just about learning the theory—it’s about applying it. 💡 From sharpening your investment thesis to mastering term sheets, portfolio strategy, and cap table modeling—each module builds toward real-world fluency. • Live sessions with top VC leaders • Practical frameworks you can apply instantly • Deep peer-to-peer discussions • Tools to help you navigate real deals, teams, and startups • Connections that move your career forward Whether you're a VC, founder, angel investor or professional in Investment Banking, Private Equity, Venture Capital, Strategy Consulting, Financials Services — join this 12-week journey! Learn. Apply. Advance. Applications close 28 April ⌛ Apply here: catalyzu.io/micro-mba-in-v…

According to PwC, 87% of African CEOs are deeply worried about skills shortages in their organisations. It's for good reason, 46% of new hires in South Africa fail within 18 months – costing a medium sized corporate over $4M per year.😟 The solutions on offer? Generic. Outdated. Built for other continents, not ours. Africa needs a workforce skillment platform that actually understands Africa. That’s why we built CatalyzU: We evaluate, train, and optimize workforces through AI-driven, individualized learning: 🌍 Training content is company specific, tailored to their specific skill needs. 📱 Delivered through Desktop or WhatsApp (the platform all Africans use). 📈 And, perhaps most importantly, it all leads to data-backed optimization suggestions on how to increase (actual) workplace performance. We’re already working with some of Africa's largest corporates, training talent in 30+ countries. With over 1 billion Africans under the age of 30, talent productivity isn't just important — it's essential to driving companies growth, today. Would your business benefit from CatalyzU's workforce training suit? If so, drop us a DM, and let's chat!

At CatalyzU, we’re intentional about designing and delivering quality content that reflects the current realities of venture capital and startups. 💡 This isn’t just theory—it’s hands-on, real-world learning that elevates your understanding and positions you for success in the evolving ecosystem. But don’t just take our word for it—here’s what some of our past fellows had to say: "I feel confident and well equipped to make a meaningful contribution to the ecosystem that powers innovation, job creation and punches above its weight in empowering economies." - Papama Matsiliza “This completes the full exploration, research, immersion, gaps, opportunities, ins and outs of the global VC and investment ecosystems for better things to come” – Phillip Madanire “Each activity was a building block in my journey toward becoming a more proficient venture capital professional” – Adesola Adesanya 📣 Applications for the CatalyzU Micro-MBA in Venture Capital & Entrepreneurship are open. Join the next wave of ecosystem shapers. Apply here: catalyzu.io/micro-mba-in-v…

We are excited to introduce our lecturers for the 𝐂𝐚𝐭𝐚𝐥𝐲𝐳𝐔 𝐌𝐢𝐜𝐫𝐨-𝐌𝐁𝐀 🔥 📣 Philani Mzila CDFA, Investment Manager at @54collective_vc and lead lecturer for this program, will be supported by top-tier VC partners, unicorn founders, and industry experts: • Thaheer Mullins, Partner at @savant_sa • Clive Butkow, Formerly COO at Accenture • Dolapo Morgan, Investor at @vplatformhub • Eitan Stern, CEO at @Legalese_SA • Luke Mostert, Formerly Head of Investments at Future Africa • Jade Buckton, Senior Investment Associate at @27four Investment Managers • Karl Nchite, CEO at @catalyzu • Nivesh Pather, Investment Principal at @Norrsken22 💡 Each lecturer will explore advanced concepts in Venture Capital and Entrepreneurship, sharing valuable real-world insights and experiences from across the continent. Ready to learn from our team of seasoned professional? Apply today. 🔗catalyzu.io/micro-mba-in-v…

In our 𝐌𝐢𝐜𝐫𝐨-𝐌𝐁𝐀 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐦, we dive deeper into the legal aspects of 𝐕𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐂𝐚𝐩𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐥 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐄𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐮𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 with topics such as SAFEs, Convertible Notes, Founder Agreements and more.💡 Eitan Stern, Founder and CEO of @Legalese_SA, and our lecturer for this topic will guide you through these sessions where you will gain unique perspectives in this complex topic. 👉 Learn more and apply here: catalyzu.io/micro-mba-in-v…

💡 To mark the end of their journey, Cohort 8 of the CatalyzU Venture Capital Fellowship took the stage for their Demo Day. Each group presented their capstone assignments – a brand-new VC fund with a well-crafted thesis and mandate before a panel of seasoned experts and CatalyzU alumni. Across the board, presentation impressed, showcasing strategic investment acumen and a deep understanding of the African ecosystem. Congratulations to our graduates, and welcome to the Young African Catalysts Alliance! 👏

With AI-driven innovations, value-based selling, and customer-first strategies shaping the future, the sales landscape is evolving faster than ever. 💡 Want to stay ahead and stand out? The CatalyzU Sales Success Fellowship is designed around today’s top sales trends and evolving market demands—helping you master essential sales skills, CRM optimization, and advanced negotiation in just 4 weeks. 🚀 Applications are open! Take the next step in your sales career today. APPLY HERE: catalyzu.io/sales-success-…

What’s your biggest sales challenge? ▶️Closing deals ▶️Handling objections ▶️Building rapport or ▶️Staying Motivated 🎯We tackle all these in our Sales Success Fellowship! Apply now: catalyzu.io/sales-success-…

The CatalyzU Sales Success Fellowship is designed to equip you with the skills, strategies, and confidence to excel in sales. 🚀 Gain hands-on learning, expert mentorship, and real-world impact in just 4 weeks! Whether you're starting out or looking to sharpen your sales edge, this program will help you close deals, communicate with impact, and drive results. Applications are now open!📢 Apply today: catalyzu.io/sales-success-…

👏 𝗘𝘅𝗰𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗻𝗲𝘄𝘀! We are continuing our partnership with @A_ACollective for the 6th Cohort of the CatalyzU Venture Capital Fellowship. As part of this collaboration, @A_ACollective members who apply, and are accepted, receive an 𝗲𝘅𝗰𝗹𝘂𝘀𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗱𝗶𝘀𝗰𝗼𝘂𝗻𝘁 for the Fellowship. ⚡ 𝗜𝗳 𝘆𝗼𝘂'𝗿𝗲 𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗱, 𝗮𝗽𝗽𝗹𝘆 𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲: catalyzu.io/catalyzu-ventu…

📢 Last Call! Today is the 𝗳𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗱𝗮𝘆 to apply for the 𝗖𝗮𝘁𝗮𝗹𝘆𝘇𝗨 𝗩𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗖𝗮𝗽𝗶𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗙𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽! We’re gearing up to welcome an incredible new cohort of aspiring investors, ecosystem builders, and future VC leaders. Could you be one of them? The journey kicks off on 𝗙𝗲𝗯𝗿𝘂𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝟰𝘁𝗵, and there’s still time to secure your spot. 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝘆 𝗡𝗼𝘄 👉catalyzu.io/catalyzu-ventu…

⏰ Today is the 𝗙𝗜𝗡𝗔𝗟 𝗗𝗔𝗬 to apply for the 𝗖𝗮𝘁𝗮𝗹𝘆𝘇𝗨 𝗩𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗖𝗮𝗽𝗶𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗙𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽! Hear first-hand from two of our Fellowship alumni as they share why they applied and how the program shaped their VC journey. 🎥  You can watch the full webinar here: shorturl.at/kwEY2, where they share their experiences, insights, and impact of the program. 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝘆 𝘁𝗼 𝗯𝗲 𝗽𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗻𝗲𝘅𝘁 𝗰𝗼𝗵𝗼𝗿𝘁 𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝟰 𝗙𝗲𝗯𝗿𝘂𝗮𝗿𝘆: catalyzu.io/catalyzu-ventu…

⌛ Only 2 Days Left to Apply! Time is running out to join the next CatalyzU Venture Capital Fellowship! With lectures led by industry professionals and a community of ambitious peers, this fellowship is designed to accelerate your journey in venture capital. Applications close tomorrow, 30 January—don’t miss it! APPLY HERE: catalyzu.io/catalyzu-ventu…

📢 3 DAYS TO APPLY! Dolapo Morgan, Investor at Ventures Platform and @catalyzu Lecturer, highlights how building a successful startup or advancing as a VC professional requires more than just access to investors—it’s about your network, whether through fellow founders, colleagues, or even friends. The CatalyzU Venture Capital Fellowship equips you with the knowledge and skills to thrive in VC and connects you with a network of peers and industry leaders. Join our next cohort starting 4 February—apply today! catalyzu.io/catalyzu-ventu…

Don't underestimate the impact of a well-designed ecosystem. 🔑 Building your venture capital ecosystem around your thesis and fund mandate is crucial for operational efficiency and achieving your goals. Learn actionable strategies from top experts, like Thaheer Mulinsl, Partner at @savant_sa - apply for our VC Fellowship today. ❗Applications close Thursday, 30 January APPLY HERE:catalyzu.io/catalyzu-ventu…

From hands-on learning to building a powerful network, this program serves as a launchpad 🚀 for aspiring VCs and ecosystem professionals. Through expert-led sessions, case studies, and real-world applications, our fellows always uncover invaluable insights that shape their personal approach to venture capital. 💡 With just 4 days left to apply, here are 4 insights from our previous cohort. Apply today:catalyzu.io/catalyzu-ventu…

We look forward to seeing Nivesh Pather, Investment Principal at @Norrsken22 , teach in our upcoming Venture Capital Fellowship. Here he talks about how a well-defined thesis helps fund managers stay focused on their ultimate objective. Learn from VC professionals like Nivesh, join our next VC cohort, starting 7 February: catalyzu.io/catalyzu-ventu…