Perspectives from the markets we know best
Research, market maps and commentary from our teams in Nairobi, London and Lagos — on the companies and trends shaping financial access across Africa.
Why patient capital is the missing ingredient in African fintech
The companies reshaping financial access aren't built in a single funding cycle. They're built by investors willing to…
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Why patient capital is the missing ingredient in African fintech
The companies reshaping financial access aren't built in a single funding cycle. They're built by investors willing to…
Mapping East Africa’s agent banking networks
Where the agent networks reach — and where the gaps still are.
Building businesses that outlast a funding cycle
Durable companies are built on fundamentals, not funding rounds.
How local insight de-risks early-stage investing
Teams on the ground see risk and opportunity others miss.
Novastar closes its latest Africa-focused fund
Fresh capital to back the next cohort of category leaders.
The case for impact and returns as one strategy
Returns and impact are two halves of the same opportunity.
What the next billion banked customers will need
A look at the products the next wave of customers will demand.
Inside a decade of partnership with founders
Ten years of backing founders, through every stage.
The logistics gap holding back West African trade
Mapping the infrastructure gaps across West African trade routes.
Two new partners join the Novastar investment team
Strengthening the team across East and West Africa.