We prioritize business models with strong technology moats, scalability across borders, and the potential to solve structural challenges in the African context.
At Nubia Capital, we believe bold ideas deserve more than funding; they deserve a strategic partner who understands the nuances of scaling innovation across emerging markets.
Our Targeted Venture Capital Investment service is designed to provide startups with more than just early-stage capital; we provide direction, momentum, and long-term partnership.
We fund visionary founders at the pre-seed, seed, and Series A stages who are building innovative solutions across Africa's high-impact sectors. Our capital is patient, founder-friendly, and customized to support both early validation and market traction
We understand that one size doesn't fit all. Nubia Capital offers flexible investment structures tailored to your startup's unique needs and growth stage.
Equity
Convertible Notes
SAFE Agreements
Follow-on Funding
Beyond capital, we provide sector expertise, policy insight, and access to our global investor network. We understand the operational and regulatory challenges of building in African markets.
We invest in startups reimagining key sectors, driving inclusive growth and scalable impact:
Financial inclusion, payments, neobanking, remittances
Telemedicine, diagnostics, healthcare infrastructure
Agri-supply chains, food security, climate-smart agriculture
Renewable energy, energy access, waste management
SaaS, connectivity, logistics, edtech
We invest in people as much as in ideas. Our process is collaborative and respectful of the founder's vision. We're here to support, not control, your journey. Expect honest conversations, actionable feedback, and reliable follow-through.
We look for:
If you're an accelerator, funder, policymaker, or platform operator looking to collaborate on growing Africa's startup ecosystem, Nubia Capital is ready to partner with you.
We invest primarily in pre-seed, seed, and Series A rounds. We may also participate in follow-on rounds based on traction and strategic fit.
Our core focus is on African startups or global startups solving African challenges. However, we remain open to global teams targeting the African market.
We typically invest between $100K and $1.5M, depending on the stage and opportunity.
Yes. We are open to both leading and participating in syndicates, depending on the startup's needs and the composition of the round.
Absolutely. Our value lies in our strategic support, regulatory guidance, ecosystem access, and advisory services across fundraising, operations, and market expansion.
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