As this year draws to a close, we’d like to thank our angel investors for being part of our community. Jozi Angels was built on three pillars: Community, Education and an Investment Channel (syndication). We appreciate the energy and enthusiasm you have brought to the innovation economy. Reflecting on 2024, more than 600 startups applied […]
We host regular breakfasts to provide an opportunity for our angel investors to meet, exchange information and foster a sense of camaraderie. Check your inbox and WhatsApp messages for an invitation. ☕ #joziangels #angelinvestors #johannesburg
We were delighted to host this year’s Africa Early Stage Investor Summit’s (AESIS) local investor meet-up in Johannesburg on 2 October 2024! Each year AESIS arranges worldwide meet-ups with local hosts to build momentum towards the grand finale in Cape Town, scheduled for 28-29 November 2024, at the V&A Waterfront in Cape Town, SouthAfrica. This […]
Thanks to everyone who joined us at this year’s event in Sandton! A very special thank you to the organisers of Leaderex, especially Shaun Kingston, who do an amazing job at pulling everything together. At the event, Sanjay Soni, Keshni Morar and Lundi Njomane each had an opportunity to share some of their insights on […]
Startup founders! Do you have any questions about develoPPP Ventures? Or do you need support with your application? Watch our on demand video on YouTube which explains the develoPPP Ventures programme and answers applicant questions. develoPPP Ventures Q2/2024 applications closed 30 June 2024. Implemented by Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH Supported by VC4A and […]
15 May 2024 The Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) on behalf of the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ) has launched develoPPP Ventures, a new funding scheme for start-ups in South Africa. The programme supports the growth phase of innovative South African small and growing businesses (SGBs) that have the potential […]
It was an honour for us to be able to attend the AfricArena one-day summit on 23 April 2024. Thanks for everyone involved in organising the event! Our Jozi Angels team – Sanjay, Keshni, Lundi, Ndavi and Liza – had an opportunity to meet and catch up with other role players in the startup ecosystem and attend numerous pitching […]
Thanks to everyone who joined us at the investor mixer hosted by Dream VC, Founders Factory Africa and Jozi Angels in Johannesburg on 2 April 2024. Our team had a great time meeting and networking with everyone there! #angelinvesting #Johannesburg #events
Sanjay Soni, Chief Visionary and Venture Architect at Jozi Angels, will be amongst the speakers, investors, and startups at the Tech In Business Summit 2024. Date: Wednesday, 3 April 2024 Time: 10am-4pm Venue: WeWork Sandton and Online (hybrid) Startup Grind Joburg, a co-host for this event, introduces Sanjay as a seasoned professional with a rich […]
We wish to thank all the hosts and partners for the GEC+Africa 2024 event held in Cape Town, on 13-14 March 2024. Sanjay Soni and Keshni Morar represented Jozi Angels. As investors, Keshni and Sanjay had the chance to engage in fireside chats with industry leaders, thereby gaining invaluable insights into the African startup landscape. […]
Abstract: South Africa has the most established startup ecosystem and one of the largest communities of local investors on the continent. Jozi Angels is one of the angel networks building and maintaining that community. Founded by Abu Cassim, Jozi Angels has funded 52 startups since it formalised in 2017 and continues to invest in early-stage […]
For investors, by investors A big thank you from the Jozi Angels team to everyone involved in making the Africa Early Stage Investor Summit (AESIS) 2023 in Cape Town such a great success! Abu Cassim, Sanjay Soni and Lundi Njomani enjoyed all the above pre- and post events and networking sessions, as well as a […]
Thanks to everyone who attended Startup Grind for a fireside chat with Keshni Morar of Jozi Angels, an investor and exceptional startup funding strategist. The evening’s line-up included Clive Butkow, the CEO of Kalon Venture Partners, whose company has invested in over 12 successful companies. Harry Lee, co-founder & CTO of Melio AI also delivered […]
This is Africa Early Stage Investor Summit’s (AESIS) 10th anniversary. The positioning and purpose remain true to the very first iteration in 2013, that is: for investors, by investors. The aim of these events are to promote investment into African early stage innovations and foster collaboration between local and global investors. Jozi Angels was appointed to host the local #AESIS2023 investor […]
Thanks to everyone who attended the Jozi Angels pitch event at LEADEREX, Sandton Convention Centre, proudly sponsored by the African Angel Academy and UK-SA Tech Hub. Our four esteemed judges, Michael Threherne (Jozi Angels), Milisa Mabinza (UK-SA Tech Hub), John Anyetei (African Angel Academy) and Preshan Govinder (JSE Private Placements) had presenters on their toes! […]
Thanks to everyone who joined Sanjay Soni at Startup Grind in Sandton! Sanjay is a distinguished entrepreneur, investor, and business strategist. With 25 years of rich professional experience, Sanjay will offered invaluable insights into preparing businesses for investments.
Thanks for joining Sanjay Soni’s talk at LEADEREX on 12 September, alongside Mathew Marsden (Startup Club ZA), Edwell Gumbo (Tsimologong), and Eleanor Bloem (MindFuse). They discussed “How to develop a winning business model and strategy.” Sanjay is an accomplished entrepreneur, business strategist, chartered accountant, venture builder, angel investor and board member, having founded/co-founded multiple start-up […]
Thanks for joining Keshni Morar’s talk at LEADEREX, 12 September 2023, on “There is no shortage of funding in South Africa.” Keshni is a dedicated advocate for the entrepreneurial ecosystem. As the founder of Investable, she guides emerging tech startups through concept validation to funding stages. Her role on the investment committee of Jozi Angels […]
Thanks for joining Lundi Njomane’s talk at LEADEREX on 12 September, alongside Melanie de Nysshen (SAVCA), Jeff Miller (Grovest), and Jesmane Boggenpoel (AIH). Their talk focussed on “How to fund every stage of your business.” Lundi currently holds the position of Investment Principal at WZ Capital, Partner at WZ Ventures, an evolution of WZ Capital […]
We wish to thank the Gordon Business Institute of Business Science (GIBS) for extending at invitation to Sanjay Soni to host a guest lecture of entrepreneurship on Saturday, 15 July 2023. Sanjay had a fabulous time interacting with all the students in attendance. Wishing you all the best in your course work!
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