Meet the Investor: Maya Horgan Famodu, Ingressive Capital
- Maya Horgan Famodu, founder of Ingressive Capital, is one of the few active investors in Africa who has been raising funds for startups since the early days.
- Ingressive focuses on investing in early-stage companies in Nigeria, Kenya, Ghana, Egypt, and Morocco, with a focus on B2B solutions and tech-enabled youth demographics.
- Ingressive has made 46 first-cheque investments and has had successful exits, including Paystack.
Maya Horgan Famodu's journey as an investor in Africa is inspiring, as she has overcome challenges and built a successful investment firm. Ingressive's focus on early-stage companies in Africa, particularly in B2B solutions and tech-enabled youth demographics, shows a strategic approach to tapping into the continent's potential. The continued interest of foreign investors in African technology companies is a positive sign for the ecosystem. However, the need for improved compliance and financial reporting highlights the importance of building a strong foundation for long-term growth.
