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Japanese venture capital companies create new $20 million fund for African startups

Modupeoluwa Olalere by Modupeoluwa Olalere
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Two Japanese venture capital companies created a $20 million fund to help African startups in their early stages. Focusing on fintech, mobility, logistics, and sustainability, Japan’s new funding is part of a plan to connect its biggest companies with Africa’s rapidly growing innovation environment.

To take advantage of Africa’s innovation boom, the Uncovered Monex Africa Investment Partnership funds and works with other groups.

Strategic bridge between Japan and Africa

The fund is a direct link between the startup landscape in Africa and established Japanese companies interested in expanding beyond Japan’s mature markets.

Monex Group CEO Yuko Kiyoaki states, “The world population is predicted to reach 10 billion by 2050, with Africa accounting for 25% of that, making it a huge market.”

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Japanese firms benefit from this by gaining market entry and access to innovative technologies being developed on the continent. By offering practical assistance and leveraging the expertise and networks of Japanese corporations, this partnership is designed to generate substantial financial returns and facilitate the expansion of ventures.

Four pillars drive investment focus

Four sectors essential to the future of Africa—financial technology, distribution and logistics, mobility, and sustainability—are the focus of the $20 million fund.

Micro-lending services and mobile payment platforms are the primary targets of fintech ventures due to the substantial underbanked population in Africa.

Additionally, logistics and last-mile delivery startups are working to fix the continent’s infrastructure problems, while investments in mobility are focused on electric vehicles and battery services, which are seen as places where Japanese technology shines when it comes to new ideas.

Japan supports Africa’s green growth goals through environmental businesses like agri-tech and carbon credit companies.

Despite the worldwide investment slump for African companies, Africa’s demographics make this fund inauguration hopeful. By 2050, 2.5 billion people will utilise mobile internet, doubling by 2030. Japan’s transformation from aid to business-driven engagement boosts joint innovation and growth on both continents.

Tags: African startupsFintechJapanese investmentlogisticsmobilitysustainability
Modupeoluwa Olalere

Modupeoluwa Olalere

Modupe is a tech content writer with 3+ years of experience turning complex ideas into clear, engaging stories. She covers innovation, digital trends, and emerging technologies. When she’s not writing, she’s exploring new tools or tracking trends shaping Africa’s tech ecosystem.

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