VC4A – Fueling the builders of Africa’s future

Trusted by global partners

VC4A’s track record shows we are a trusted partner for founders, entrepreneur support organisations and investors in emerging markets.

For Organizations

Entrepreneurship support organizations use VC4A to source, select startups, and implement Technical Assistance programs successfully.

For Entrepreneurs

Join 29,000+ ventures around the world who use VC4A to scale their startup.

280,000+

community members using VC4A

2,300+

startup program organizers

29,000+

business ventures on the platform

For Investors

Get premium access to new investment opportunities, source and automate your deal flow and connect with existing angel networks.

For Mentors

Join hundreds of global leaders sharing their expertise with startup founders around the world.

Here’s what community members have to say since joining the VC4A network:

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The investor readiness training program by VC4A delivered valuable insights, comprehensive support, and vital connections. Tangible improvements were clearly evident across our portfolio companies.
Wadé Owojori
GSMA Innovation Fund / United Kingdom / Director
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It has been wonderful to collaborate with the VC4A team. I found you to be highly professional, organized and with strong expertise and knowledge on the topics. Really appreciate this opportunity.
Sarah Jefferson
Ashoka / France / Senior Change Leader
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It was a pleasure collaborating with other mentors. The shared insights on fundraising and portfolio management were incredibly valuable for startup growth.
Ahmed Elmurtada
249Startups / Sudan / Managing Partner

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Participating in the Venture Showcase in 2019 was valuable for us in many ways: it made us refine our product-market fit and pitch, and introduced us to a network which helped our fundraising efforts.
Antoine Paillusseau
FCB.ai / South Africa / Co-Founder
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The Venture Showcase helped us better align with the right investors and strategic partners, provided valuable networking, mentorship, and feedback that allowed us to refine our fundraising approach.
Chilufya Mutale-Mwila
Eshandi / Zambia / Co-Founder
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The support from the VC4A team at the Cape Town Residency was very thoughtful and hands on. They connected us with the right people & actively made introductions. The best support I have received yet.
Hafsah Jumare
Coamana / Abuja, Nigeria / Founder & CEO