Founders Factory Africa
Johannesburg, Gautengfoundersfactory.africa
Overview
Founders Factory Africa is a Pan-African venture capital firm and venture builder that invests in early-stage technology startups. Launched in 2018 and headquartered in Johannesburg, South Africa, it provides capital and tailored, hands-on operational support. Initially focused on sectors like fintech and healthtech, it has become sector-agnostic. In August 2024, the firm rebranded to 54 Collective. The firm invests from the idea stage up to the seed stage, offering a combination of equity and non-dilutive funding.
Portfolio Companies
26
Website
foundersfactory.africaInvestments
| Company | Date | Stage | Lead |
|---|---|---|---|
| Konnect Networks | Oct 2024 | Seed | Co-investor |
| Renda Africa | May 2024 | Pre Seed | Co-investor |
| Logidoo | Feb 2024 | Seed | Co-investor |
| Pullus Africa | Jan 2024 | Seed | Co-investor |
| TUNL | Dec 2023 | Pre Seed | Co-investor |
Sector & Stage Mix
Industry, funding stage, and valuation band breakdowns.
