Venture Debt Toolkit

​About the event
Join us online for the launch of the Venture Debt Toolkit, a practical knowledge resource and decision-making guide designed to help founders better understand venture debt and alternative financing options. This toolkit explores how debt can be used strategically alongside equity funding to support sustainable growth, improve capital efficiency, and unlock new scaling opportunities for startups across Africa.

​This event will bring together industry experts, investors, and ecosystem enablers to unpack the role of venture debt in early and growth-stage funding, and how founders can assess whether it is the right financing tool for their business.

​Agenda:

​Welcome and Introduction

• ​Opening remarks by the host

• ​Overview of the event and objectives

​Panel Discussion

• ​Moderated discussion with experts from venture capital, debt financing, and the startup ecosystem

• ​Insights into how venture debt works and when it should be considered by founders

• ​Discussion on real-world applications, risks, and opportunities in the African startup landscape

• ​Q&A session where attendees can engage directly with panelists

​Closing Remarks

• ​Summary of key insights and takeaways from the discussion

• ​Closing note and appreciation to attendees and contributors