About
Launch Africa Ventures is a leading Pan-African VC fund addressing the funding gap for Seed and pre-Series A startups across the continent. Founded in 2020 by Zachariah George and Janade Du Plessis, the firm has become one of the most active early-stage investors in Africa.

Portfolio Impact
Since launch, Launch Africa has invested over US$31 million in 133 startups across 22 African countries, supporting ventures that tackle critical challenges in fintech, healthtech, edtech, logistics, and enterprise solutions.

Their high-touch, high-scale approach focuses on empowering African founders to build globally competitive, scalable solutions.

Investment Focus

• Stage: Seed and pre-Series A

• Check Size: US$200k–500k

• Target Startups: Post-MVP B2B or B2B2C tech ventures with $100k–$1m annual turnover, growing 10%+ monthly

• Key Criteria:

  • Scalable tech with a clear African market

  • Sustainable business models and strong founding teams

  • Early traction through pilots, revenue, or accelerator programs

  • Investor-friendly incorporation (US, UK, Singapore)

Vision
Launch Africa believes entrepreneurship and innovation are the drivers of Africa’s economic transformation. Their mission is to democratize venture capital and build the future of African tech.

Quick Facts

• Founded: 2020

• Founders: Zachariah George, Janade Du Plessis

• HQ: Pan-African (active in 22 countries)

• Portfolio: 130+ startups

• Total Raised: US$36 million

• Next Goal: Launching new funds to scale top-performing ventures

🔗 Visit Website: launchafrica.com