Capria Africa

Emerging Markets: The Next Frontier for Investors ?? Investing in India, Southeast Asia, Latin America, and Africa comes with both immense opportunities and unique challenges. Understanding what investors look for, beyond just financial metrics, is critical for entrepreneurs navigating these markets. In this piece for Inc42 Media, Sandhya Thukaram, COO of Capria Ventures, breaks down investor dynamics across regions like Japan, GCC, Latin America, and the US, offering a nuanced perspective on their priorities and risk appetites. From operational depth to scalability and cultural fluency, the article provides actionable insights for entrepreneurs looking to position their companies for success in emerging markets. ?? Read it here: https://lnkd.in/gxcWBhjR #EmergingMarkets #Investing #Entrepreneurship #CapriaVentures #VentureCapital #Innovation

Africa's Workforce is Evolving. Is HR Tech Keeping Up? As Africa’s startup ecosystem expands, so do the complexities of managing talent. With SMEs driving economies and mobile-first workforces on the rise, HR tech must go beyond automation — it must deeply understand African business realities. Often, global solutions miss the mark on local tax compliance, mobile accessibility, and cost-sensitive scaling. That’s where SeamlessHR comes in: ? Locally compliant payroll that adapts to diverse tax and labor laws. ? Mobile-first accessibility for employees across urban and rural regions. ? Scalability to support startups and fast-growing businesses. ? On-the-ground expertise that truly understands Africa’s business landscape. As investors in Africa’s next wave of high-growth startups, we know that the right HR tech isn’t just a back-office tool — it’s a growth enabler. Is your HR strategy ready for the future? #HRTech #AfricaStartups #FutureofWork #SMEs #PayrollCompliance #MobileFirst #SeamlessHR #CapriaVentures #VC #TechInnovation https://lnkd.in/gDi-5PCU

Africa is home to the fastest-growing and youngest workforce in the world. Yet, the challenge remains: How do we equip this generation with the skills of the future? For our portfolio company MAX, the answer is clear — invest in people. By providing hands-on experience, fostering innovation, and embracing a growth mindset, they are shaping the next generation of techology and mobility experts who will drive Africa’s transformation. Recently, MAX welcomed a cohort of driven and talented interns at its headquarters in Lekki! We’re cheering on this group of changemakers, empowered by MAX’s culture of diversity, transparency, and visionary thinking, as they push the boundaries of sustainable mobility innovation. Davidson Osuobeni | Ngozi Okogwu-Goteni | Favour Emele-onu | Oluwatosin Ajigbon | Oluwatosin Olatunde | Oluseun Olanrewaju | Dulcie Anyankwu #TechMobility #NextGenTalent #AfricaInnovation #ElectricMobility #CapriaVentures #MAXng #FutureofTransport #GrowthMindset #InternshipOpportunity

Online trust is more than consumer protection; it's foundational to long-term growth. Our portfolio company BFREE recently highlighted secure digital habits from a consumer perspective. At Capria Ventures, investing in fintech across Africa means understanding that trust drives adoption, retention, and scale. Building trust online is not optional. It’s strategic. #DigitalTrust #Fintech #Africa #VentureCapital #CapriaPortfolio #Growth

Inclusion isn’t just good ethics; it’s good business. ‘Toun Akinsunmi, Chief of Staff at SeamlessHR, recently spoke with THISDAY about creating workplaces that actively foster equality and enable talent at every level to thrive. As an HR-tech leader, our portfolio company SeamlessHR understands firsthand that meaningful inclusion translates directly into stronger teams and better performance. Read more about building truly inclusive workplaces here: https://lnkd.in/gJmCiEk5 #Inclusion #Leadership #HRtech #FutureOfWork

In Africa’s dynamic start-up ecosystem, unlocking scalable, long-term growth takes more than just capital. It requires deep local insights, strategic partnerships, and operational expertise. Our partner Mobola da-Silva da Silva recently spoke with Muktar Oladunmade of TechCabal to discuss how Capria’s network-driven investment strategy is driving real results — by investing directly in ambitious startups and partnering with top local fund managers. With fintech, agritech, HRtech, edtech, healthtech, and B2B SaaS in focus, our portfolio includes industry leaders like Moniepoint Group, Paymob, SeamlessHR, and MAX (via Global Ventures), supported by partnerships with Lateral Frontiers VC and Atlantica Ventures VC Fund. Read how we’re backing the next wave of market leaders in Africa: https://lnkd.in/dEzWejq2 #VentureCapital #AfricanStartups #Innovation #Growth #GlobalSouth #Africa #AfricanTech #fintech #agritech #HRtech #edtech #healthtech #B2BSaaS

Access to quality education changes lives, and MAX is supporting The KNOSK N100-a-day Secondary School, Kuje, to make it a reality. By empowering students today, they are shaping the leaders of tomorrow!?

Strong investments are driven by strong leadership. This International Women’s Day, we spotlight the exceptional women shaping Capria Ventures. ?? Susana Garcia-Robles, Managing Partner, fondly known as “the godmother of VC” in LATAM, has played a pivotal role in championing women investors and entrepreneurs across Latin America. ???Mobola da-Silva, Partner, is at the forefront of connecting capital with Africa’s most promising technology firms, ensuring high-impact businesses' scale and innovation reaches the right markets. ?? Sandhya Thukaram, COO, is a leader at the intersection of capital and impact, driving investor relations and strengthening Capria’s ability to fund transformative businesses in emerging economies. #Diversity in leadership unlocks opportunity, strengthens ecosystems, and fuels long-term growth. Our women leaders prove this through their work, driving innovation and impact. We are proud to have them leading the way! #InternationalWomensDay2025 #WomenInVC #WomenofCapria #InvestingInWomen #CapriaVentures #WomenLeaders #InclusiveInvesting #IWD2025 #LATAM #Africa #GlobalSouth #WomenInLeadership

Looking back on the Gender Investment Gap panel at the #SankalpAfrica2025 Summit last week, these are my takeaways on how to support female entrepreneurs in the Global South: Make A Business Case: for funding female entrepreneurs. Studies show that diverse teams outperform homogeneous teams by 20-30%. Tackling the funding gap should be seen as an untapped opportunity for investors, not just a moral obligation. Leverage Tech & Data: Investors can reduce the effect of gender bias in the investment process. Simple awareness is a first step, but gender-diverse investment teams, data-driven models and AI tools/applications can further reduce bias. Support Non-Traditional Sectors: Female-owned businesses tend to be concentrated in low-margin, low-growth sectors, so it is important to support women in non-traditional sectors. The green economy is a sector with significant opportunities for women. Build Communities: Female entrepreneurs don’t need just capital; they need a community that serves as a support system. Both men and women should keep doing the important work of supporting and mentoring female entrepreneurs, individually or through networks and platforms. Capria Ventures, Capria Africa, Wendy Teleki, Karnika Yadav, Susan Situma, Flora Mutahi

The Paymob Effect: Powering MENA’s Digital Payments Revolution ?? In a region where #cash dominates, Paymob is driving a fundamental shift in how businesses transact. A key player in MENA’s $201 billion digital payments market, Paymob is making digital payments accessible to businesses of all sizes by powering 350,000+ merchants. However, 67% of Egypt’s population remains unbanked, and many businesses still rely on cash. How is Paymob accelerating digital adoption in a cash-heavy economy? And what does this mean for the future of payments in MENA? Read more here: https://lnkd.in/gSSshgYQ #Fintech #DigitalPayments #MENA #FinancialInclusion #Paymob #UAE #MEANP