Lateral Frontiers VC

Lateral Frontiers VC, founded in 2017, is a visionary African venture capital fund committed to investing in the digital infrastructure, fintech, and cleantech businesses shaping Africa's future. With a long-term partnership approach, Lateral Frontiers supports bold entrepreneurs building foundational technologies that address the continent's unique challenges and opportunities. Their investment philosophy is centered on commitment rather than speculation, making them a trusted partner for startups aiming to scale innovative solutions in the fastest-growing markets.

The fund has backed a variety of transformative companies, from financial services platforms like PNGme, offering a unified financial and identification data API, to enterprise-scale HR solutions provided by SeamlessHR, and digital content leaders such as Carry1st. This diverse portfolio underscores Lateral Frontiers’ belief in the power of technology to drive economic growth and improve lives across Africa.

Lateral Frontiers VC differentiates itself by offering more than just capital; it provides comprehensive support including co-marketing, business development, and access to a vast network of resources. This holistic approach reflects the fund’s understanding that the success of technology-driven ventures in emerging markets hinges on a combination of financial, strategic, and operational support. Through its investments, Lateral Frontiers VC is playing a pivotal role in catalyzing the digital transformation of Africa’s economy, fostering innovation, and enabling entrepreneurs to unlock the continent’s immense potential.