Aug 29, 3:00 – 6:00 PM (UTC)
Antler East Africa, 10th Floor Waiyaki Way, Nairobi, 00507
Join us as we unpack 2025's top investment trends, emerging funding strategies, and what the future holds for startups and investors. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with forward-thinking founders and VCs shaping Africa’s innovation scene.
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The startup funding landscape is shifting fast, 2025 and onwards is set to redefine how founders raise capital and how investors identify high-growth opportunities. This Startup Grind event brings together visionary investors, emerging founders, and ecosystem enablers to explore the future of startup investments.
From changes in venture capital to the rise of alternative financing, we’ll dive into the strategies, trends, and tools every startup needs to succeed in the current funding environment. Expect honest conversations, expert insights, and powerful connections as we explore what’s next in innovation and investment.
We’ll also be continuously adding more panelists to the current lineup to ensure you get a wholesome view of the future of investments. Keep an eye on the event page for updates on our speakers and sessions.
If you're a founder preparing for your next raise or an investor scouting the next big thing, this is your front-row seat to the future.
KUZANA INVESTMENTS
CEO & FOUNDER
TRUVALU
SENIOR INVESTMENT ASSOCIATE
KENYA INNOVATION AGENCY
INNOVATION OFFICER LEAD - FUNDING & INVESTMENTS
Friday, August 29, 2025
3:00 PM – 6:00 PM (UTC)
| WELCOME & NETWORKING Nairobi, Mid year Party |
| Opening Remarks |
| PANEL DISCUSSION 1 |
| PANEL DISCUSSION 2 |
| NETWORKING |
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