"Corporate governance should not be portrayed as a burden for startups" — Dotun Olowoporoku, Managing Partner, Ventures Platform
- Paystack launched in 2015 when online payments were not common.
- Ventures Platform aims to invest in market-creating innovations.
- Ventures Platform raised $45.7 million in 2022 and invested in startups across various sectors.
Ventures Platform is playing a crucial role in supporting the growth of innovative startups in Africa. Their focus on market-creating innovations and gender diversity is commendable. The investments in artificial intelligence and climate tech show their forward-thinking approach. However, it is important for startups to have stage-appropriate corporate governance to ensure sustainable growth.
