As Africa's venture funding landscape shifts, secondary sales of startup shares have become crucial for investors seeking profitable exits. With only 4.8% exits from 2,971 venture deals since 2019, secondary market transactions offer a lifeline for early investors and startup employees. However, challenges, including the declining availability of buyers and limited opportunities for exits, are reshaping the dynamics of Africa's startup ecosystem. Explore the impact on VC firms, angel investors, and startups, revealing both opportunities and complexities in this evolving market. 🌍💡

Key Points:

- Africa's venture funding boom led to a thriving market for secondary sales, benefiting early investors, founders, and employees.

- Limited exit opportunities in IPOs and acquisitions have driven investors toward secondary share sales for profitability.

- Angel investor syndicates and micro-funds have been major beneficiaries, with founders and employees also capitalizing on secondary transactions.

- Some investors see secondary markets as a viable exit path, especially for simplifying cap tables and controlling corporate governance.

- Challenges include a declining number of buyers, limited opportunities for exits, and the preference of some investors to see funds invested in company growth rather than secondary transactions.

Explore the dynamics of secondary markets in Africa's VC landscape and their impact on investors, startups, and the evolving funding ecosystem. 💼📈 

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