Cape Town, South Africa, September 2, 2024 — VC4A (www.VC4A.com), a leading ecosystem builder in emerging markets, proudly announces its co-hosting role for the Africa Early Stage Investor Summit (#AESIS2024) on November 28-29, 2024, in Cape Town. Now in its 11th year, the Summit remains Africa’s premier event for early-stage investors seeking opportunities to network and build relationships within the broader investor community. VC4A invites investors, policymakers, financial institutions, and fellow ecosystem builders to Cape Town for a unique investor-led experience.
VC4A has been instrumental in positioning Africa’s startup ecosystem on the global investment map. Through its annual investment readiness program, the VC4A Venture Showcase, the organization has facilitated $850M in funding for high-growth startups across the continent. #AESIS2024 continues this legacy by providing a platform for investors to discover high-potential investment opportunities and engage in meaningful networking.
The Africa Early Stage Investor Summit, co-created with long-term partner the African Business Angel Network (ABAN), has grown significantly, attracting more than 2,500 investors from 90 countries over its ten editions. VC4A and ABAN curate a world-class agenda, select promising startups for showcase segments, and facilitate connections between investors and entrepreneurs. The Summit offers invaluable insights and investment prospects, solidifying its place as a key driver in Africa’s venture capital landscape.
Vincent Hoogduijn, CEO of VC4A, commented on the significance of #AESIS2024:
“As the leading gathering for early-stage investors in Africa, AESIS is a pivotal platform where key players shaping the continent’s investment landscape come together to connect, collaborate, and create lasting impact. It’s more than just a discussion forum—it’s a catalyst for action. By building a dynamic community of investors and entrepreneurs, we can accelerate the growth trajectory of Africa’s entrepreneurial ecosystem and unlock its full potential.”
Opportunities at #AESIS2024
The theme for #AESIS2024 is “Pioneering Pathways: Innovating Investment Mobilization in Africa,” reflecting the Summit’s mission to empower investors, support promising ventures, and drive positive change across the continent. With a program featuring keynote speeches, panel discussions, masterclasses, and networking events, attendees will gain insights from leading industry experts and seasoned investors. Additionally, a curated selection of high-potential African startups will be showcased, offering investors exclusive access to new deal flow.
Get Your #AESIS2024 Tickets
To purchase tickets for the Africa Early Stage Investor Summit (#AESIS2024) on November 28-29 in Cape Town, visit AfricaInvestorSummit.com. Don’t miss the chance to secure your seat at this premier event.
Partner with Us
For partnership or sponsorship opportunities at #AESIS2024, please contact Enkromelle at Enkromelle@africainvestorsummit.com.
Distributed by APO Group on behalf of VC4A.
Media Contact: Boye Abiodun-Adepoju
Email: boyewa@vc4a.com
About VC4A:
VC4A is an ecosystem builder leveraging its infrastructure, network, and expertise to support the startup movement in emerging markets. Since 2007, VC4A has implemented successful entrepreneurship programs in Africa, connecting startups to resources, networks, and funding. For more information, visit www.VC4A.com and latam.vc4a.com.
