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Niklas Zennström, a Swedish tech entrepreneur, is a prominent investor in Africa's startup ecosystem. His portfolio includes Wefarm, a digital farming platform. Zennström's unique approach focuses on Seed rounds, providing early-stage funding to innovative startups. His expertise in the tech industry and passion for supporting African entrepreneurs make him a valuable partner in the continent's growing tech sector.

Niklas Zennström's Portfolio in Africa

Niklas Zennström has made over 1 notable investments in African startups. Their most recent investment was in Wefarm, announced on March 13th, 2018.
Niklas Zennström's Latest news
The Nordic Web Ventures raises a second fund and picks up Atomico’s Niklas Zennström as a backer - TechCrunch

Fitness startup Eastnine picks up £2M from LocalGlobe, Cherry Ventures, Niklas Zennström and others - TechCrunch

Skype founder and Atomico CEO Niklas Zennström says the state of tech in Europe is strong - TechCrunch

Niklas Zennström, the Man Who Sold Skype — Twice - The Wall Street Journal

Niklas Zennström's Investment activity in Africa

With over $5M invested in African startups, their latest investment was a Seed round in Wefarm, announced on March 13th, 2018, closing at $5M.

Here are some of their investments in Africa:

RoundStartupLocationDateAmount Raised
Seed
Wefarm
KenyaMar 13, 2018$ 5,000,000
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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Niklas Zennström's Investment Distribution in Africa.

Niklas Zennström's currently has Startuup investments spread across the following location(s)

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