We Invest in People

We Invest

in People

People are at the heart of everything we do

People are at the heart of everything we do

We Invest in People

We Invest

in People

People are at the heart of everything we do

People are at the heart of everything we do

What We Do

We do not invest in ventures. We invest in people and stories, which are at the heart of everything we do

At ODBA, our primary focus is on the individuals driving the venture. We seek out and invest in visionary entrepreneurs with the passion, determination, and skills to turn their innovative ideas into groundbreaking companies. By empowering these exceptional founders, we enable the creation of impactful businesses that redefine industries.

We offer dedicated, customized support to each founder in our portfolio, understanding that their needs and challenges vary. Our experienced advisors and industry specialists work hand-in-hand with founders, providing tailored guidance, actionable insights, and strategic direction to help them navigate the complexities of building a successful venture.

Being part of the ODBA family grants founders access to our wide-ranging network of industry pioneers, fellow entrepreneurs, and strategic partners. We actively foster connections and collaboration, opening doors for knowledge-sharing, mutual growth, and the forging of valuable partnerships.

Founders x Ventures

Our portfolio companies are founded and led by people whose stories we admire, visions we share, and efforts we back.

Lewa Abukhait

Venture

Hopea Pay

Investment Round

Pre-seed

Using fintech to modernize healthcare payments, streamlining complexity and unlocking equitable access at scale

Honey Ogundeyi

Venture

Edukoya

Investment Round

Pre-seed

Building the AI operating system for education, and Africa's largest learning platform.

Vivian Nwakah

Venture

Medsaf

Investment Round

Seed

A pharmaceutical technology provider that believes quality medication is a fundamental human right.

Babs Ogundeyi

Venture

Kuda Bank
Co-founder

Musty Mustapha

Investment Round

Seed / Series A / Series B

A neo bank changing how services are delivered in Africa.

Margaret Debrah

Venture

EATO

Investment Round

Pre-seed

Community-driven platform for sharing African recipes and accessing on-demand cooking classes. AI-powered marketplace connects users with food products.

Tunji Andrews

Venture

Awabah

Investment Round

Pre-seed

Helping millions of Nigerians get on a micro pension scheme for a more secure financial future.

Matthew Davey

Venture

TUNL
Co-founder

Craig Lowman

Investment Round

Seed

Unlocking Exports. Tunl focuses on reducing international shipping costs for small- and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs)

Charlie Faulkner

Venture

EdgeMode

Investment Round

Seed

Builidng the infrastructure that will enable organisations of all sizes to deliver engineering and innovation.

Tunji Andrews

Venture

Awabah

Investment Round

Pre-seed

Helping millions of Nigerians get on a micro pension scheme for a more secure financial future.

Dr Kingsley Ndoh

Venture

Hurone AI

Investment Round

Seed

Hurone AI is accelerating global access to precision cancer care and transforming global oncology through the power of artificial intelligence.

Honey Ogundeyi

Venture

Edukoya

Investment Round

Pre-seed

Building the AI operating system for education, and Africa's largest learning platform.

Margaret Debrah

Venture

EATO

Investment Round

Pre-seed

Community-driven platform for sharing African recipes and accessing on-demand cooking classes. AI-powered marketplace connects users with food products.

We back innovative founders using technology to create improbable stories

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Our Place in the Industry

Gbite Oduneye

General Partner

“At ODBA, we support visionary founders who use technology to shape remarkable stories and transform the world. As an African-focused early-stage VC firm, we provide more than just financial investment. We offer essential guidance, mentorship, and resources to empower our portfolio companies and unlock Africa’s full potential.”

Benjamin Boateng

Partner

“ODBA is deeply committed to embarking on transformative journeys with the innovative founders we invest in, supporting their growth every step of the way. We’re fervent about nurturing entrepreneurs who leverage cutting-edge technology to build game-changing ventures that redefine industries and elevate lives across Africa. By forging strong partnerships with investors who resonate with our ethos, we amplify our impact and contribute to the blossoming of a vibrant and prosperous African startup landscape.”

Do you have any questions?

We’re eager to embark on transformative journeys with visionary founders and collaborate with investors who share our core principles. If you’re one of these exceptional individuals, we invite you to reach out to us and begin this remarkable journey together. Let’s combine our strengths and passion to make a powerful, lasting impact on the world

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