A strong team is not merely a support system for a startup founder; it is the foundation upon which the company's success is built, enabling it to navigate the complexities of the ecosystem.

When partnering, focus on the particular problem you can solve and make that the main focus of your approach.

There are 1,361 unicorns worldwide. The U.S., China, and India are leading with 666, 316, and 68 unicorns respectively. Africa has produced 9 unicorns since the presence of venture and private equity funding in the ecosystem which shows the startup scene is still growing.

Applications for the Bezi Fellowship Program (BF2) are still ongoing. It's a 5-week cohort program with engaging sessions for first-time African startup founders and entrepreneurs to learn the ins and outs of entrepreneurship and access world-class mentors and resources needed to create and grow their startups.

In a bid to raise funds for your startup, be careful to not give away too much too soon.

Applications for the Bezi Fellowship Program are still ongoing. If you'd like to be in a place that helps you get your startup idea off the ground and navigate the complexities of the African ecosystem, consider applying to Bezi. Apply here - apply.bezi.build

From July 2021 to June 2022, the big four collectively secured $4.6bn in funding. A year later, funding decreased significantly, especially in Nigeria (-77% YoY), losing the top spot to Egypt (-25%). Is this a temporary dip or a long-term trend? Source: @AfricaTBD

As a founder, your past achievements are proof of your ability to navigate the uncertainties of startups. Have a good track record of execution.

About six years ago, Africa did not have a single unicorn. Today, the continent accounts for about 7 startups worth over $1 billion. How many of them do you know?