Question 1

What is Dream VC?

Accepted Answer

Dream VC is an African-focused investor accelerator running rigorous remote fellowships on venture capital and investing in frontier markets.

Question 2

What is ACOFDC?

Accepted Answer

ACOFDC is a diaspora led multi sectoral non profit entity, that focuses on sustainable digital economic development in Africa. Their mission is to aid the acceleration of the adoption of emerging technologies across all industries in Africa; through advocacy, education, and strategic partnerships.

Question 3

Why does Dream VC train individuals to invest in African markets?

Accepted Answer

Dream VC is one of the first VC fellowships to specifically focus on investing across Africa. Investing on the continent has many nuances that don't necessarily fit traditional models and expectations of investing in areas like Silicon Valley, and rightly deserves a comprehensive program on this.

Question 4

When do Dream VC's training programs take place in 2023?

Accepted Answer

The Launch into VC Fellowship last for 12 weeks long, spanning the months of June - late August.

The Investor Accelerator Fellowship is 20 weeks long, commencing in early June and lasting until late October.

Question 5

What is Venture Capital?

Accepted Answer

Venture capital (VC) is a type of financing provided to early-stage, high-growth companies by investors who take an equity stake in the company. VC funds typically invest in startups with the potential to generate significant returns, and may provide additional support like mentorship and network.

Question 6

Why Would You Want To Work In African Venture Capital?

Accepted Answer

1) Opportunity to work with innovative startups across 54+ Countries 
2) Potential for very high financial returns
3) Exposure to cutting-edge technologies
4) Lean and dynamic teams
5) Chance to shape the future of industries
6) Unique opportunity to network with top entrepreneurs and investors

Question 7

How can I find out more about the Dream VC Programs?

Accepted Answer

Find out more about Dream VC's 12-week Launch into Venture Capital program here: https://www.dream-vc.com/launch-into-vc . If you are looking for a more comprehensive program see Dream VC's 20-week Investor Accelerator program here: https://www.dream-vc.com/investor-accelerator

Question 8

Why is this event free? Aren't masterclasses like this normally paid?

Accepted Answer

Normally they are! To celebrate the new partnership between Dream VC and ACOFDC, we are organizing an online masterclass, with all expenses covered, for any African VC enthusiasts to better understand the opportunities in the market, and how they can get involved.

Dream VC x ACOFDC Investor Masterclass: Venture Capital In Africa

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