WeeTracker and Future Africa Collaborate to Launch the 2024 Annual African Venture Capital Report
In a landmark partnership set to redefine the narrative of venture capital in Africa, WeeTracker (WT) is thrilled to announce a collaboration with Future Africa on the 2024 Annual African Venture Capital Report.
This co-branded, data-driven report—now in its 6th edition—will bring fresh perspectives, industry insights, and expert commentary. It aims to recalibrate how venture capital in Africa is perceived, shared, and understood across the continent and beyond.
Bringing New Narratives to Light
For years, WT has been a reliable source of unique insights on African businesses, economies, and startups. Our mission of spotlighting untold stories aligns seamlessly with Future Africa’s ethos of supporting visionary founders tackling Africa’s biggest challenges.
With this partnership, we aim to go beyond the surface of venture capital trends and explore the ecosystem’s deeper currents—emerging challenges, shifts in investment approaches, and the diverse opportunities that are uniquely African.
NJ, Founder of WT Media, said, “I’m very happy to have Future Africa join us in our mission to tell a balanced and insightful story of the African VC landscape. Moving past the extremes of euphoria and dismay, a more realistic picture of venture capitalism in Africa is emerging. As a key player in this space, Future Africa brings invaluable perspective and experience to the 6th edition of the WT Annual VC Report.”
Mia von Koschitzky-Kimani, Future Africa’s Managing Partner, added: “We are inspired by WeeTracker’s dedication to portraying the African venture landscape through an objective data lens. Together, we aim to combine this rigour with a true and honest narrative of the realities we witness on the ground, offering a comprehensive and authentic perspective on Africa’s young evolving startup ecosystem that is often misunderstood.”
What to Expect in the 2024 Report
The upcoming report will focus on investor perspectives and data-backed analysis to paint a comprehensive picture of the post-COVID landscape, a time marked by extreme highs and lows. Readers can expect:
–Exclusive Investor Insights: Unfiltered commentary from Future Africa offering nuanced takes on how venture capital is evolving in response to Africa’s rapidly changing economic landscape.
Recalibrated Narratives: With a fresh approach and valuable insights, the report will aim to reshape perceptions and foster open dialogue about African venture capital, creating space for alternative narratives that celebrate resilience and innovation within the continent.
–Free Access for All: Staying true to our shared mission of democratising knowledge, WT and Future Africa will make the report available at no cost to readers, ensuring that the insights are accessible to all who contribute to and are impacted by Africa’s venture capital ecosystem.
A Collaboration Rooted in Shared Values
This partnership has been built on a mutual understanding of the need to tell Africa’s investment story with authenticity, rigour, and accessibility.
Future Africa’s expertise in backing bold, impactful ventures across the continent and WT’s dedication to showcasing overlooked perspectives create a powerful synergy.
Together, we are committed to broadening the conversation around Africa’s startup ecosystem and setting the stage for future growth and innovation.
Anticipate the Launch in January 2024
The 2024 Annual African Venture Capital Report will be released in January 2025, with teaser insights and partnership updates leading up to it.
Readers can expect exclusive content to spark discussions and bring fresh insights to the forefront, celebrating African resilience, creativity, and the bold ambitions of the continent’s entrepreneurs.
Stay tuned as WT and Future Africa work to illuminate a new chapter in African venture capital.
