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Notes on raising capital in Africa

Practical guidance on funding, development finance, transactions and compliance.

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Working capital

What short-term funders actually check before they say yes

Alternative lenders decide in hours because they read your bank statements, not your business plan. Here's what they look for.

22 September 2026
Working capital

Term loan, cash advance or PO funding? Match the instrument to the need

The cheapest facility is the one that fits the way your cash actually moves.

15 September 2026

See what your business qualifies for

Three minutes, 33 funders, no effect on your credit score.