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Monex Ventures

Status
ACTIVE
Global HQ
Tokyo, Japan
Countries of investment
  • Kenya
  • Nigeria
  • South Africa
  • Egypt
  • Morocco (Africa)
Investment stages
  • Seed
  • Series A
Industries
  • Fintech
  • Mobility
  • Logistics
  • Agtech
About
Monex Ventures partners with early-stage African entrepreneurs by providing both capital and access to its Japanese corporate network. The firm facilitates cross-border growth and supports businesses positioned to transform industries across Africa and MENA.
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$500K
Max check size
$5M
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Investment Thesis

Monex Ventures invests in African startups at the seed and pre-Series A stages, with a focus on fintech, mobility, logistics, and agritech. The firm emphasizes scalable business models that address critical infrastructure gaps in emerging markets.
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Manager's Experience

Driven by Monex Group’s corporate venture leadership, experienced in fintech, capital markets, and digital transformation. The team has invested in startups across Asia and now extends its expertise to Africa and MENA, building on cross-border financial networks.

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