Shaping the Future of African Venture Capital

About Dream VC

ABOUT dream vc

Dream VC began as an idea; birthed from countless conversations with ecosystem players across the continent, all ultimately centered around the problem around 'investor talent pipelines' and 'lack of infrastructure'.

The founding team of Dream VC, having worked across continents with strong support networks like the US and Europe, aims to replicate this for Africa. Dream VC seeks to dismantle traditional barriers to venture capital and unlock the continent's untapped investment potential.

Investing in Africa goes beyond just capital distribution; it requires being deeply involved with entrepreneurs tackling tough challenges and navigating local barriers. Additionally, cultural nuances often overlooked in typical VC fellowships contribute to a steep learning curve for newcomers. Dream VC was established to bridge this gap.

We are the leading venture capital institute and corporate venture capital (CVC) advisory practice in Africa.

Our mission

To provide knowledge, access, and built-in networks to extraordinarily driven, positively minded and collaborative individuals who dream of playing a direct role in birthing innovation in all tech sectors on the continent.

We aren't just accelerating a new wave of check-writers.
We are supporting the next generation of African ecosystem builders.

reach & Progress so far

2021 - till date

The future of Africa's investor talent infrastructure begins with the bridges being built through us. Our community is dynamic, diverse, and ever-growing.

Through comprehensive programs, we offer immersive training and direct exposure to the African startup landscape, fostering a dynamic community of future trailblazers.

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7000+

Applications to Our VC & PE Training Programs to Date

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350+

Fellows Across Our Cohorts to Date

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65

Countries Reached Globally

OUR Leadership Team

Our team are former operators, entrepreneurs and VCs. We've worked in startup ecosystems across the US, UK, Europe, South East Asia, Western and Eastern Africa. We know how great the good days are and how terrible the bad and we know how to help you build your community and join the VC ecosystem.

Co-Founder & Co-CEO of Dream VC

Mark Kleyner

Oversees Curriculum/Learning, B2B Partnerships, Growth and EDGE by Dream VC.

Ex-strategy & tech consultant, founder turned venture capitalist, and advisor/board member for numerous African startups.

Co-Founder & Co-CEO of Dream VC

Cindy Ai

Directs Program Operations, Organizational Management and Company Strategy.

Former startup growth operator and digital transformation consultant, and ex-venture capitalist working across 4 continents.

Head of Platform & Networks at Dream VC

Devika bade

Oversees Communications, Brand Positioning, and External Relations.

Former CEO of global digital agency, worked at the intersection of crypto x innovation, former Goldman Sachs private wealth management.

Head of Community at Dream VC

Chisobem Nwokedi

Spearheads Fellow Experience, Community Management, and People/Culture.

Experienced Specialist with 10+ Years of Experience In Operations Management, Consulting and Project Management

Programs & Ecosystem Operations Lead

Mutsa katomeni

Oversees Program Event Flow and Internal Operations.

Former Venture Capitalist at Proximity Ventures and Background in Management Consulting

Corporate Venture Practice Lead

Martin Ruga Maina

Leads engagement with corporate stakeholders at Dream VC’s CVC practice: EDGE by Dream VC.

Former Venture Capitalist at Nation Media Group and Future Africa; Background in Venture Building and Entrepreneurship