Ventures Platform

Ventures Platform is a venture capital firm based in Abuja, Nigeria, with an additional office in Lagos. It invests in technology companies across Africa at early-stage and seed phases and supports growth when appropriate. The firm runs an acceleration program that selects a cohort of about 10 to 15 companies over roughly 16 weeks, helping founders with strategy and scaling. It funds its activities from its own capital resources and focuses on mission-driven founders building technology-enabled platforms that improve livelihoods across the continent.

Dotun Olowoporoku Ph.D

General Partner and Managing Partner

Past deals in Senegal

Maad

Seed Round in 2024
Maad is a leading B2B marketplace based in Dakar, Senegal, focused on serving small retailers and Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) brands in Francophone Africa. The company offers a technology-driven platform that allows retailers to efficiently order products from a centralized source. Maad enhances the purchasing experience by providing services such as mobile ordering, reliable delivery, and access to data on real-time product availability and market share. Additionally, the platform offers targeted promotional services and working capital loans, empowering businesses to strengthen their sales and operational capabilities. Through its innovative approach, Maad is positioned as a vital player in the region's e-commerce landscape.

Maad

Seed Round in 2023
Maad is a leading B2B marketplace based in Dakar, Senegal, focused on serving small retailers and Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) brands in Francophone Africa. The company offers a technology-driven platform that allows retailers to efficiently order products from a centralized source. Maad enhances the purchasing experience by providing services such as mobile ordering, reliable delivery, and access to data on real-time product availability and market share. Additionally, the platform offers targeted promotional services and working capital loans, empowering businesses to strengthen their sales and operational capabilities. Through its innovative approach, Maad is positioned as a vital player in the region's e-commerce landscape.
Spot something off? Help us improve by flagging any incorrect or outdated information. Just email us at support@teaserclub.com. Your feedback is most welcome.