Africa's Business Heroes
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Investor type
VC
Founded
2019
AUM
-
Location
Kigali, Kigali, Rwanda
Investor profile last updated: 23 August, 2026
Profile
Africa's Business Heroes (ABH) is the Jack Ma Foundation's flagship philanthropic program in Africa to support entrepreneurs. Our mission is to showcase and grow local talent who are creating positive impact in their communities and beyond, and inspire a movement of African entrepreneurship. Over a ten-year period, the program will recognize 100 African entrepreneurs and provide grant funding, training programs, and broader support for the broad African entrepreneurial ecosystem.
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FAQs about Africa's Business Heroes
Is Africa's Business Heroes a venture capital or private equity firm?
Africa's Business Heroes is a venture capital firm. It backs companies at Pre-seed and Seed, writing tickets of $0-1 m.
Where is Africa's Business Heroes located?
Africa's Business Heroes is located in Kigali, Kigali, Rwanda.
When was Africa's Business Heroes founded?
Africa's Business Heroes was founded in 2019.
What sectors and industries does Africa's Business Heroes invest in?
Africa's Business Heroes invests in companies and startups in Fintech, Food and Beverage, Foodtech, Energy.
What is Africa's Business Heroes geographical focus of investments?
Africa's Business Heroes invests in companies and startups in Africa.
At what stages of companies and startups does Africa's Business Heroes typically invest in?
Africa's Business Heroes invests in companies and startups at Pre-seed, Seed.
What is the usual amount of Africa's Business Heroes investment?
Africa's Business Heroes usually invests $0-1 m on average.
What are the contacts of Africa's Business Heroes?
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