Last year, TLcom Capital, together with Flourish Ventures, backed South African fintech LittleFish. However, that investment ended up in court, with one of LittleFish's founders fighting for his 'life' in the company post-deal.
The dual role reflects an emerging pattern in African venture capital, where founders leverage operational expertise whilst pursuing investment opportunities.
The first rule of fundraising is knowing where the money is. Here's a comprehensive guide on who to pitch, where to find them, and how to approach them. In 2025, the majority of VC fundraising activity in African startups has come from these sources.
The Nasdaq-listed South African fintech has quietly added another small enterprise-focused company to its portfolio, paying cash for a fintech business as it continues to widen its offering for large-scale clients.
The Egyptian investment bank is carving out a reputation as the region's most prolific corporate incubator, following last year's blockbuster valU IPO with a listing request for its K‑12 education platform - but a jittery market will test investor appetite.
