FirstCheck Africa
Lagos, Lagosfirstcheck.africa
Overview
FirstCheck Africa is an early-stage venture capital firm that invests in technology-driven startups across Africa with at least one female founder or co-founder. Launched in 2021, the firm aims to close the gender funding gap by providing pre-seed and seed stage capital. Initially an angel fund writing checks up to $25,000, it has evolved into an institutional fund.
Portfolio Companies
12
Website
firstcheck.africaInvestments
| Company | Date | Stage | Lead |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kola Market | Apr 2024 | Pre Seed | Co-investor |
| Cleva | Jan 2024 | Pre Seed | Co-investor |
| Jumba | Feb 2023 | Seed | Co-investor |
| Jumba | Feb 2023 | Seed | Co-investor |
| Uncover Skincare | Dec 2022 | Seed | Co-investor |
Key People
Eloho Omame
Co-Founder & General Partner
Odunayo Eweniyi
Co-Founder and Managing Partner
Sector & Stage Mix
Industry, funding stage, and valuation band breakdowns.
