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Ghana’s new investors are putting capital to work.
Since 2023, a new generation of investment funds has entered Ghana’s private capital market, deploying capital across private debt, venture capital and private equity. Our infographic this week gives a snapshot of these funds, comparing their investment strategy, fund size, number of investees and selected portfolio companies.
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Ghanaian startups raised $27 million as funding fell 46% in H1 2026.
Ghana’s startup funding market recorded $26.6 million across 24 deals in H1 2026, marking a 46% decline from H1 2025. The median ticket size was $100,000, with Agri & Food emerging as the leading funded sector. Equity remained the dominant financing instrument, accounting for 70% of deals. Fido secured the largest deal at $5 million,…
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Ashesi University Foundation’s growing bet on African venture capital.
Ashesi University Foundation has increasingly connected its investment strategy to Ashesi’s commitment to developing entrepreneurial leaders in Africa. Over the past two years, the Foundation has committed capital to two African venture capital funds, Janngo Capital and Ventures Platform. These investments give the Foundation exposure to fund managers backing founders and businesses across the continent.…
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Ghana’s Venture Studio Market Is Taking Shape
The growth of incubators and accelerators helped build Ghana’s startup ecosystem by giving founders access to mentorship, networks and early support. As the ecosystem matured, a new need emerged for deeper, more hands-on support beyond structured programmes and short-term acceleration. Venture studios are emerging in response, working alongside founders to build companies from the ground…