The 97Fund is an open-end Investment Vehicle (HoldCo) that takes an active, hands-on approach whilst leveraging their entrepreneurial and early-stage expertise. Our approach is two-pronged venture builders and investors approach.

Who is behind the The 97Fund?

The 97Fund is managed by Ortus Africa Capital who oversees the sourcing, screening, investing, management and exit of portfolio companies on behalf of investors in The 97Fund. Ortus Africa Capital works in partnership with The Innovation Village who is a pipeline sourcing and venture building partner for The 97Fund.

The 97Fund activities are supported by funding from the Mastercard Foundation as part of the Young Africa Works Program. Kampala Angel Investment Network (KAIN) is a co-investment partner by syndicating the deals and opportunities identi#ed by The 97Fund with angel investors within the angel network and referring investment opportunities that have been vetted through KAIN.