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GSV Ventures, a prominent player in the African startup ecosystem, invests in early-stage (Series A and B) tech companies. Known for its investments in Andela and Valenture Institute, GSV differentiates itself by: - **Education Focus:** Primarily invests in edtech startups, recognizing education as a key driver of economic growth in Africa. - **Ecosystem Building:** Actively supports and connects portfolio companies with resources, mentorship, and industry leaders. - **Global Network:** Levera...

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Venture Capital

GSV Ventures' Portfolio in Africa

GSV Ventures has made over 3 notable investments in African startups. Their most recent investment was in Andela, announced on June 15th, 2016.
GSV Ventures' Latest news
Disco, The Platform to Build a Live Learning Empire, Closes $15MM Series A Round Led by GSV Ventures - GlobeNewswire

BrightChamps among GSV Ventures' 2022 picks for 'Most Transformative EdTech Companies' - PR Newswire

BrightChamps: The Window to Nextgen Skills | by Mujtaba Wani | GSV Ventures - Medium

GSV Ventures doubles assets managed with new fund focused on global edtech - TechCrunch

GSV Ventures' Investment activity in Africa

With over $45M invested in African startups, their latest investment was a Series B round in Andela, announced on June 15th, 2016, closing at $24M.

Here are some of their investments in Africa:

RoundStartupLocationDateAmount Raised
Venture
Valenture Institute
South AfricaSep 17, 2020$ 7,000,000
Series B
Andela
NigeriaJun 15, 2016$ 24,000,000
Series A
Andela
NigeriaJun 25, 2015$ 14,000,000
Seed
VendEase
NigeriaMar 23, 2021$ 125,000
Seed
VendEase
NigeriaMar 23, 2021$ 125,000
Seed
VendEase
NigeriaMar 23, 2021$ 125,000
Seed
VendEase
NigeriaMar 23, 2021$ 125,000
Seed
VendEase
NigeriaMar 23, 2021$ 125,000

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GSV Ventures' Investment Distribution in Africa.

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