Today, we’re joined by Dessi Pettersson, Head of Impact at Sagana—a climate-focused VC firm bridging Europe and Africa. 🌍
💡 Key topics we cover:
🔹 The differences between VC in Europe & Africa
🔹 How cross-pollination between ecosystems drives impact
🔹 The challenges of early-stage climate investing
🔹 The future of exits & liquidity in African markets
🔹 Why passion-driven founders outperform in emerging markets
⚡ Notable insights:
→ Why VC models don’t always fit African markets
→ The role of fintech in climate investing
→ How capital stacks must evolve for real impact
→ The hidden risks of corruption & regulation in emerging markets
→ Why IP protection is different in Africa vs. Europe
🌱 "If you can invest in Africa the right way—balancing impact and returns—you’re part of something extraordinary."
#VentureCapital #ClimateTech #Africa
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