Launch Africa Ventures

Launch Africa Ventures is a venture capital firm established in 2020 and headquartered in Ebene, Mauritius. The firm focuses on addressing the substantial funding gap in the seed and pre-Series A investment landscape across the African continent. By targeting early-stage companies, Launch Africa Ventures aims to support and enhance the growth of startups operating in various sectors throughout Africa, contributing to the development of the regional entrepreneurial ecosystem.

Zachariah George

Co-Founder and Managing Partner

Mohamed Karar

Venture Partner F1 and F2

Michael Mutie

VC Associate

Janade Du Plessis

Co-Founder and Managing Partner

Hannah Subayi

Partner, Board Member and Member of the Investment Committee

Janade Plessis Ph.D

Co-Founder and Managing Partner

Past deals in CEMAC

Meditect

Venture Round in 2024
Meditect is a social enterprise focused on enhancing the medicine supply chain in sub-Saharan Africa through innovative digital solutions. Operating in Côte d'Ivoire, Senegal, and Cameroon, the company aims to address the challenges of accessing quality medicines amidst a rapidly growing population. Meditect develops AI and blockchain-based software designed to track falsified medicines and improve the distribution of pharmaceuticals. By enabling pharmacists to verify the authenticity of medicines, the company strengthens the legal distribution network and combats the sale of counterfeit products, ultimately improving healthcare outcomes in developing countries.
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