FirstCheck Africa

FirstCheck Africa is an early-stage venture capital fund based in Lagos, Nigeria, established in 2021. The fund focuses on investing in technology-driven startups across Africa that feature at least one female founder or co-founder. By targeting pre-seed and seed stage investments, FirstCheck Africa aims to promote equity, capital, and leadership opportunities for women entrepreneurs in the technology sector. The fund is dedicated to fostering innovation and growth in high-potential startups, contributing to the advancement of women in the African entrepreneurial landscape.

Odunayo Eweniyi

Co-Founder and General Partner

Eloho Omame

Co-Founder and General Partner

4 past transactions

Jumba

Pre Seed Round in 2022
Jumba is a construction technology platform that streamlines B2B construction material purchases and financing. The company provides a platform that allows companies to order materials and pay for them later. Cement, steel, paint, tiles, plumbing, electrical work, glass, kitchen finishes, and bathroom finishes are all available for purchase on the platform, which is geared toward hardware retail establishments. The company is situated in Nairobi, Kenya, and was established in 2022.

Tushop

Pre Seed Round in 2022
Tushop is a community group buying platform where members can sell groceries to those in their social networks and communities.

TopUp Mama

Seed Round in 2022
Kibanda Topup digitizes the supply for micro, small and medium-sized restaurants. Kibanda Topup allows restaurant owners to order inventory such as grains, poultry, beverages, and beef by app through a simple SMS and get the orders the next day.

Pivo

Pre Seed Round in 2021
Pivo is a financial platform designed to support small and medium-sized businesses across Africa by providing access to a comprehensive range of financial services in one location. The platform aims to democratize finance, offering tools specifically tailored for the supply chain sector. By streamlining access to various financial services, Pivo enables its clients to efficiently engage with borderless financial solutions, promoting enhanced operational efficiency and growth opportunities for businesses in the region.
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