Question 1

How do I find angel investors in Kenya?

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AngelBacked's database includes 37+ verified angel investors and VCs in Kenya. You can search by investment stage (pre-seed, seed, Series A+), industry focus, and check size. Each profile includes verified contact information, investment thesis, and portfolio companies.

Question 2

What industries do Kenya investors typically fund?

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Investors in Kenya are active across many sectors including SaaS, fintech, healthcare, AI/ML, e-commerce, and consumer products. You can filter our database by industry to find investors who specifically focus on your sector. Many Kenya-based investors prefer to fund startups in their local ecosystem.

Question 3

How many active investors are in Kenya?

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Our database currently tracks 37 angel investors and venture capitalists in Kenya. This includes individual angels, VC partners, family offices, and corporate venture arms. We update our database monthly with new investors and verified contact information.

Question 4

Do I need to be located in Kenya to get funded by local investors?

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Not necessarily. While some Kenya investors prefer local startups for easier access and board meetings, many are open to remote investments, especially post-2020. Our database shows each investor's geographic preferences so you can target those open to your location.

Question 5

What is the typical check size for Kenya investors?

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Check sizes vary widely among Kenya investors. Angel investors typically write $25K-$100K checks, while VCs range from $500K to $5M+ for early-stage rounds. You can filter our database by check size to find investors that match your fundraising target.

Question 6

How do I cold email investors in Kenya?

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We provide verified email addresses for Kenya investors in our database. For effective cold outreach: personalize your message, reference their relevant portfolio investments, keep it under 150 words, and include your traction metrics. Our export feature lets you build targeted lists for your outreach campaigns.

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