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Since 2019, EchoVC has backed 9 African startups across 11 disclosed funding rounds totaling $45.9M, most heavily in Kenya and Travel & Mobility.
EchoVC Partners is a technology-focused early-stage venture capital firm. The firm invests in underrepresented founders, particularly those of African descent, and underserved markets. It operates from offices in Africa, the US, and the UK. EchoVC invests at seed and early stages, including Series A. Its sectors include emerging fintech, sustainable mobility, AI and analytics, and travel and mobility. The firm has a geographic focus on Africa, with investments in Kenya and Nigeria, such as Pngme (AI & Analytics), Wapipay (Fintech), and Shuttlers (Travel & Mobility). EchoVC leads nearly all its deals and actively supports portfolio companies. Its portfolio spans 12 countries and has deployed over $41 million.
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EchoVC has backed 9 African startups across 11 disclosed funding rounds tracked on Liners, totaling $45.9M since 2019.
Mostly Seed: 8 of its 11 tracked rounds are at that stage, followed by Series A (3).
Its tracked rounds lean toward Travel & Mobility (3), Logistics & Supply Chain (2), AI & Analytics (2), and 4 more sectors.
EchoVC most often shares rounds with VestedWorld (2 shared deals), ShEquity (2 shared deals), CMC 21 & Alsa (2 shared deals).
EchoVC has backed Shuttlers (Nigeria, Travel & Mobility), Wapipay (Kenya, Fintech), and Pngme (Kenya, AI & Analytics). These investments occurred between February 2021 and April 2023.
EchoVC operates from offices in Africa, the US, and the UK. It focuses on underrepresented founders and underserved markets globally.