Africa: Angel Investing for Impact - Why Africa's Founders Need Local Capital Now

Africa: Angel Investing for Impact - Why Africa's Founders Need Local Capital Now

[Graça Machel Trust] "Angel investing isn't only about money -- it's about opening doors and expanding networks."-- Andia Chakava, Managing Partner, Afrishela Fund

Angel Investing for Impact: Why Africa’s Founders Need Local Capital Now

“Angel investing isn’t only about money — it’s about opening doors and expanding networks.”— Andia Chakava, Managing Partner, Afrishela Fund   On 19 June 2025, angel investors—ranging from first-time backers to seasoned investors—gathered at 22OnSloane in Johannesburg, Africa’s largest startup campus, for the 12th Angel Fair Africa, popularly known as the AFA@12 Roadshow. Co-hosted by the Graça Machel Trust’s impact vehicle Afrishela Fund and Ch…