Investing in Africa while living thousands of miles away might seem complicated.
Investing in Africa while living thousands of miles away might seem complicated. Yet many members of the diaspora have taken the leap—bringing their energy, expertise, and savings to support high-potential projects. Here are three real and inspiring stories of people who decided to invest back home.
In 2015, these two Nigerian engineers, based between Lagos and abroad, identified a major gap in online payments across West Africa. With limited initial capital and a lot of determination, they built Paystack—a fintech later acquired by Stripe for over $200 million.
Their message: “Local problems are global opportunities.”
A former head of Google Francophone Africa, Tidjane Deme co-founded Partech Africa, a venture fund supporting tech startups across the continent. Through this fund, he and his team have backed innovative companies like TradeDepot and Yoco.
His approach: Structure and professionalize the ecosystem to attract more capital.
Cameroonian entrepreneur and active diaspora member Rebecca Enonchong founded AppsTech, a company specializing in enterprise software solutions. She also devotes time to mentoring young African entrepreneurs and championing innovation across the continent.
Her belief: “Investment isn’t just about money. It’s about time and expertise.”
These examples show that the diaspora is about more than just sending money home. By investing in local businesses, they help create value, generate jobs, and build trust in Africa’s potential.
You too can be part of building tomorrow’s Africa.
Whether it’s funding a startup, sharing your skills, or opening doors—every contribution counts.
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