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WHY UNLISTED COMPANIES

Go beyond traditional investments

You may already invest in real estate, ETFs, life insurance or stocks. That's a good base. But if you want to aim for higher returns and learn to bring more than money (your experience, your network, your skills), it's time to look at unlisted companies.

  • Savings account Very low
    ~3%
  • Life insurance Very low
    2-4%
  • Bonds Low
    3-6%
  • Rental real estate Moderate
    3-6%
  • Commodities Moderate
    5-8%
  • ETFs / Listed stocks Moderate-high
    7-10%
  • Unlisted companies High
    15-25%

A note on unlisted companies. The 15-25% is an average for large institutional funds. In direct investing (business angels, startups), you think in multiples: x2, x3, x6, x10... or a total loss. The upside is higher, and so is the risk.

WHAT'S INSIDE

Everything to become a confident investor

From the basic vocabulary to in-depth analysis, in a live, hands-on format.

Market intelligence and analysis

Clear analysis and infographics on the trends, sectors and deals that matter.

Funding rounds, decoded

We break down real rounds: amounts, valuation, who invests and why.

The vocabulary and mechanisms

Term sheets, dilution, warrants, valuation: finally understand every term and what it implies.

Weekly live sessions

Every week we analyse a real company together, live, questions included.

Expert podcasts and interviews

Conversations with professionals, to learn from those who do it.

An investor network

Connect with a community of French-speaking investors, share your deals and questions.

A LOOK INSIDE

Real content, not theory

A glimpse of the analysis and infographics shared with members.

Understand investing in unlisted companies and become a business angel

Understand investing in unlisted companies

The fundamentals of investing in startups and SMEs: how it works, how to diversify beyond real estate and ETFs, and how to become a business angel.

Learn to speak like an investor: private equity, fundraising, valuation, cap table, due diligence

Speak like an investor

Every term and mechanism decoded: term sheet, dilution, valuation, cap table, due diligence. You finally understand what each one really means.

Spot opportunities before everyone else: market intelligence by sector and region

Spot opportunities early

Our market intelligence and sector-by-sector analysis, to spot trends and opportunities before everyone else and make better decisions.

Learn from the best and worst investments

Learn from the best and worst deals

Real case studies, wins and failures alike, to understand what makes a good (or bad) investment and avoid the classic mistakes.

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HOW IT WORKS

Join the academy in 3 steps

Whether you're starting out or already investing, the academy meets you at your level.

01

Join the free community

Get access to the academy on Skool in seconds, at no cost.

02

Learn at your own pace

Follow the modules, the market intelligence and the live sessions, from beginner to advanced.

03

Take action

Analyse real opportunities and tap the network to invest with method.

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THE TEAM

Who we are

Amin

Amin

Anti-corruption compliance consultant and economic intelligence expert

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Hamza

Hamza

Serial entrepreneur with product and market-evaluation experience

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OUR PARTNERS

They trust us

Incubators, associations and networks across Africa and the diaspora who work with us to grow the private-markets ecosystem.

UISTAM

UISTAM

A university working to provide students with the tools to thrive in real scientific, economic and entrepreneurial ecosystems.

REVIA

REVIA

A recommendation-based network connecting CEOs and founders to opportunities and curated business introductions.

Mauritanian Startup Association

Mauritanian Startup Association

Mauritanian association dedicated to structuring and accompanying the startup ecosystem, supporting entrepreneurs and the emergence of innovative projects.

Incub’Ivoir

Incub’Ivoir

Côte d’Ivoire incubator specialized in agro-entrepreneurship, accompanying the launch and acceleration of agricultural projects.

Trustee

Trustee

Startup accelerator in Guinea bringing mentorship, financial structuring and access to African markets.

ASEC

ASEC

Association engaged in the development of the Algerian startup ecosystem, connecting founders, partners and investors.

Guinea Alliance Startup

Guinea Alliance Startup

Association structuring and advocating for Guinea’s startup and innovation ecosystem, uniting digital and innovative entrepreneurship players and giving them one voice with public authorities, partners and investors.

Running a startup?

Raising funds? Put your project in front of our investor network.

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Frequently asked questions

What are unlisted companies?

Unlisted companies are businesses not listed on the stock exchange: startups and SMEs. You invest by buying shares, often during funding rounds.

Do I need to be an expert to start?

No. The academy starts from the basics and guides you step by step, from vocabulary to analysing real opportunities.

How much time does it take?

As much as you want. Content is available anytime and live sessions are replayable.

Is it really free?

Yes, joining the community is free. Premium content may be offered as an option later, but the core community costs nothing.

Do you give investment advice?

We educate and analyse, we do not provide personalised investment advice. The final decision is always yours.

What language is the community in?

The community is French-speaking. Content and discussions are mainly in French.

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