Pitch Friday: A Launchpad for Africa’s Next Big Innovation

The Africa Fintech Foundry (AFF) hosted the inaugural edition of Pitch Friday, an electrifying gathering of Africa’s brightest minds in tech, entrepreneurship, and investment. To promote innovation, facilitate funding, and build strong networks, the event brought together early-stage to late-stage startup founders, angel investors, venture capitalists, industry experts, and tech enthusiasts for an evening of insightful conversations and impactful connections.

An Evening of Innovation and Connection

The event, hosted on the Africa Fintech Foundry rooftop, brought together innovative startups like Oystr Finance, Tradelenda, and Yoyei Technologies and a diverse lineup of disruptive founders who seized the opportunity to showcase their groundbreaking solutions. In attendance were venture capitalists from Oui Capital and Ventures Platform, who actively engaged with founders to explore potential investment opportunities. The evening started with an energetic speed networking session, engaging icebreakers, and an insightful discussion on "How to Sell Yourself in One Minute," equipping founders with the skills to craft compelling elevator pitches. In a relaxed setting with a vibrant ambiance, startups had the chance to present their ideas, receive real-time feedback from seasoned investors and ecosystem leaders, and forge meaningful connections that could propel their ventures forward.

Why Pitch Friday Matters

Pitch Friday is more than just an event—it’s a driving force for Africa’s startup ecosystem.. It serves as a platform for market validation, investor matchmaking, and startup visibility. Startups gain firsthand insights from industry leaders while investors get early access to promising ventures with the potential to disrupt industries. For Africa Fintech Foundry, this initiative is a strategic move to strengthen the innovation pipeline, identify high-potential startups, and reinforce our position as leaders in Africa’s digital transformation journey.

Looking Ahead

Pitch Friday is set to become a bi-monthly fixture, creating a consistent avenue for entrepreneurs to refine their ideas, build meaningful partnerships, and access funding. Future editions will feature industry deep-dives, investor insight series, and female founder spotlights, ensuring that the platform remains inclusive and impactful. As we look to the next edition, we invite startup founders, investors, and ecosystem players to join us in shaping the future of fintech and entrepreneurship in Africa. Stay tuned for updates, and see you at the next Pitch Friday!