# Top 45 Hardware Angel Investors in Africa in June 2026 ## Prosper Otemuyiwa - Type: Angel - Relevant deals: 3 - Stages: Pre-Seed, Angel - Focus: FinTech, CRM, Finance Prosper Otemuyiwa is a Co-founder of forLoop Africa. He attended Babcock University. ## Michael Seibel - Type: Angel - Location: San Francisco, California, United States - Relevant deals: 2 - Stages: Pre-Seed, Seed, Series A - Focus: Artificial Intelligence, Software, FinTech Michael Seibel is the Managing Director and Group Partner of Y Combinator. He previously worked at Socialcam as a CEO. Michael Seibel attended Yale University. ## Wes Schwalje - Type: Angel - Relevant deals: 2 - Stages: Seed, Pre-Seed, Angel - Focus: FinTech, Financial Services, Information Technology Operator at nexus of policy, tech, and dev, investor, advised 8 unicorns on MENAP entry/scale-up, support Big Tech / startups to get along with govt ## Walid Aradi - Type: Angel - Relevant deals: 2 - Stages: Seed, Angel, Series A - Focus: Information Technology, Internet, Health Care Entrepreneur, investor. Advising global tech companies navigate through MENA+ regulatory environments, market entry and scaling ## Gabriel Hammond - Type: Angel - Location: New York, New York, United States - Relevant deals: 2 - Stages: Seed, Series A - Focus: Internet, Wireless, FinTech Gabriel Hammond ## Lanre Ogungbe - Type: Angel - Relevant deals: 1 - Stages: Angel - Focus: CRM, Software, Telecommunications Co-Founder @myidentitypass | Strategic Advisor at @FastForward_U | Ex @Accounteer ## Ham Serunjogi - Type: Angel - Location: San Francisco, California, United States - Relevant deals: 1 - Stages: Seed, Pre-Seed, Series A - Focus: FinTech, Finance, Mobile Apps Ham Serunjogi is a co-founder and CEO at Chipper Cash. ## Gary Scheft - Type: Angel - Location: New York, New York, United States - Relevant deals: 1 - Stages: Seed - Focus: Hardware, Telecommunications, Enterprise Software Gary is the co-founder of Accounting for Everything, and a serial entrepreneur with decades of experience in a variety of industries including healthcare, fashion, real estate, and communications. He is also a survivor of Wall Street.Gary’s is dedicated to helping small businesses and individuals organize and see the big picture of theirfinancial health, including relationships with partners, investors and customers.He brings experience in business management, marketing, human resources, and communication to client engagements, and many have benefited from his generosity and insight. Gary epitomizes the concept of wisdom, defined as experience, knowledge and the right action.Wise beyond his years, Gary is knowledgable about human issues as well as financial ones. ## Kanyi Maqubela - Type: Angel - Location: San Francisco, California, United States - Relevant deals: 1 - Stages: Seed, Pre-Seed, Series A - Focus: FinTech, Software, Artificial Intelligence Kanyi is a Managing Partner at Kindred Ventures, an early stage venture fund investing in mission-driven technology companies at the earliest stages. Previously, he served as a Partner at Collaborative Fund. Kanyi is a co-founder at Heartbeat Health, and previously ran growth at One Block Off the Grid (acquired by $NRG) and was an early employeeat Doostang (acquired by Universum Global). Kanyi has also served as a Lecturer and Adjunct at New York University Tisch School of the Arts, a curriculum adapted from his time in undergrad at Stanford University, where he studied Philosophy. ## Nadayar Enegesi - Type: Angel - Relevant deals: 1 - Stages: Pre-Seed, Angel - Focus: EdTech, Blockchain, Communities Nadayar was previously Co-Founder/CTO at Fora. Nadayar is an avid builder of technology with a passion for getting things done well. He has industry experience building enterprise software for the likes of OpenText, PTC, Bnotions and has worked closely with major tech leaders in Toronto.When he's not aggressively spewing awaytop-notch code on his computer, Nadayar can be found on the soccer field where he refuses to give up on his dream of becoming a sports star. Nadayar has a Computer Science and Business degree from the University of Waterloo. ## Ashwin Ravichandran - Type: Angel - Location: Accra, Greater Accra, Ghana - Relevant deals: 1 - Stages: Pre-Seed, Seed - Focus: AgTech, Education, E-Commerce Ashwin Ravichandran is the Co-Founder & Head of Operations at Spark. Ashwin attended Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham. ## Karim Jouini - Type: Angel - Location: Paris, Ile-de-France, France - Relevant deals: 1 - Stages: Series A - Focus: SMS, VoIP, Mobile Karim Jouini is the Chief Product & Technology Officer of Medius. He previously worked at Microsoft Corporation as a Senior Software Development Engineer. Karim Jouini attended Western University. ## Ugochukwu Aronu - Type: Angel - Relevant deals: 1 - Stages: Pre-Seed - Focus: Drones, Energy, Delivery Ugochukwu Aronu is the Co-Founder And CEO of Xend. ## Samson Goddy - Type: Angel - Relevant deals: 1 - Stages: Angel - Focus: CRM, Software, Telecommunications Samson loves building communities around products and loves everything open source. A developer advocate and community builder. He is the co-founder of Open Source Community Africa, a community centered around supporting the open source movement in Africa. He is one of the board members of Open Source Collective and served on the board of SugarLabs, Inc. ## Jim Sorenson - Type: Angel - Relevant deals: 1 - Stages: Seed - Focus: Gaming, Banking, FinTech Jim Sorenson a renowned entrepreneur, business leader, and social investor and has built multiple highly successful companies in industries ranging from technology and life sciences to real estate and private equity investment. Jim is the founder and former CEO of Sorenson Media and Sorenson Communications, with the latter sold in one of the mostlucrative private equity deals in Utah Unversity . ## Charlotte Lawrence - Type: Angel - Location: Sheffield, Sheffield, United Kingdom - Relevant deals: 1 - Stages: Private Equity, Seed, Series A - Focus: Software, Information Technology, SaaS Charlotte Lawrence is based out of Sheffield, Sheffield and is the Managing Director and Head of Direct Equity of British Business Bank. Charlotte previously worked at Zenchef as a Non Executive Director. Charlotte Lawrence attended the University of Oxford. ## Yusuf Abdulmalik - Type: Angel - Relevant deals: 1 - Stages: Pre-Seed - Focus: Health Care, Pharmaceutical, Virtualization Yusuf Abdulmalik is an individual investor. ## Elizabeth Williams - Type: Angel - Relevant deals: 1 - Stages: Pre-Seed - Focus: Internet, Network Security, Telecommunications Elizabeth Williams ## Isaac Ewaleifoh - Type: Angel - Location: New York, New York, United States - Relevant deals: 1 - Stages: Pre-Seed - Focus: FinTech, Finance, InsurTech Isaac Ewaleifoh is an Angel Investor | SDGs Ambassador. ## Josh Jones - Type: Angel - Location: Los Angeles, California, United States - Relevant deals: 1 - Stages: Seed, Pre-Seed, Angel - Focus: Software, 3D Printing, SMS Josh Jones is a Partner HMC INQ and Founder of Did I Err Productions. He is a former Co-Founder & CTO at DreamHost. ## Sandeep Nailwal - Type: Angel - Location: Mumbai, Maharashtra, India - Relevant deals: 1 - Stages: Seed, Pre-Seed, Series A - Focus: Blockchain, Cryptocurrency, Financial Services Sandeep Nailwal is based out of United States and is the Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Polygon. Sandeep previously worked at Scopeweaver as a Co-Founder and CEO. Sandeep Nailwal attended the Indian Institute of Management. ## Jihed Othmani - Type: Angel - Location: Paris, Ile-de-France, France - Relevant deals: 1 - Stages: Series A - Focus: SMS, VoIP, Mobile Jihed is a Computer Science engineer, specialized in Web development technologies and Cloud Computing. He has worked among others for Atos - Airbus, BNP Paribas CIB, Credit Agricole CIB and Microsoft. Freelance for a few years, Jihed knows expense reports' torture and wants to see it disappear. ## Echezona Uzoma - Type: Angel - Relevant deals: 1 - Stages: Pre-Seed - Focus: Health Care, Pharmaceutical, Virtualization Echezona Uzoma is an individual investor. ## Nahla Chelly - Type: Angel - Relevant deals: 1 - Stages: Seed - Focus: Software, Collaboration, Information Technology Nahla Chelly ## Sean Mahsoul - Type: Angel - Relevant deals: 1 - Stages: Seed - Focus: FinTech, Computer, Software Sean Mahsoul ## Ndubuisi Ekekwe - Type: Angel - Location: Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States - Relevant deals: 1 - Stages: Pre-Seed, Angel - Focus: FinTech, AgTech, Internet Ndubuisi Ekekwe is the Co-Founder of Vetifly. ## Phillip Sebole Masango - Type: Angel - Location: Cape Town, NA - South Africa, South Africa - Relevant deals: 1 - Stages: Seed, Series A, Private Equity - Focus: Information Technology, Software Engineering, Artificial Intelligence Phillip Sebole Masango, is a South African C-Siute Executive and Venture Capitalist, a visionary who seamlessly navigates the intersections of Technology, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Business Development, Business Intelligence (BI), Design, Web, Blockchain, Cloud Computing, Cybersecurity, IoT, Digital Strategy, Creativity, and Innovation. With aproven track record of assuming CEO, CTO, and other top executive roles, he brings a rare fusion of technical expertise, business acumen, and strategic foresight to every venture he leads. Phillip doesn’t just build companies—he drives innovation, scales businesses, and redefines industries.A Mission Rooted in Empowerment and Progress: With extensive experience in the Startup Ecosystem, Technology Industry, Creative Industry, Digital Innovation, Management Consulting, and Venture Capital, Phillip thrives in environments where innovation flourishes. His mission is to empower individuals, startups, businesses, and organizations by delivering cutting-edge technology and digital solutions that drive exponential growth. However, his work extends beyond personal ambition—it is a devotion to serving humanity. Phillip is committed to creating a world where technology democratizes and decentralizes industries, enabling individuals and businesses to innovate, lead, and thrive. He envisions a future where technology not only liberates but also elevates and inspires—enabling companies to reach new heights and igniting a wave of global prosperity.A Legacy of Meaningful Success: For Phillip, success is not defined by accolades or financial gain—it is measured by the profound impact he creates. He refuses to chase success in pursuits that lack meaning, believing that true success comes from doing what one loves—better than anyone else—driven by passion, joy, and self-mastery. His approach to business and innovation is holistic, tackling challenges from multiple angles to fuel transformative change. He thrives in collaborative environments where boundaries are pushed, industries are reshaped, and new possibilities emerge.Yet beyond business, Phillip understands that life is a journey of emotions and meaning. He embraces every experience—both triumphs and challenges—as stepping stones toward a greater purpose. With unwavering dedication and a heart set on impact, he continues to push forward, leaving a legacy that will resonate for generations to come. ## Darlene Monroe - Type: Angel - Relevant deals: 1 - Stages: Pre-Seed - Focus: Internet, Network Security, Telecommunications Darlene Monroe ## Will Herman - Type: Angel - Location: Boston, Massachusetts, United States - Relevant deals: 1 - Stages: Seed, Series A, Convertible Note - Focus: Software, Mobile, Enterprise Software Will Herman is an active angel investor, corporate director, author, and startup mentor. He was previously a serial entrepreneur, having started five companies, taking two of them public. Will is an adviser at the hardware incubator, Bolt, and a mentor at TechStars. He lives and works mostly in the Boston area. ## Michael Vaughan - Type: Angel - Location: New York, New York, United States - Relevant deals: 1 - Stages: Seed, Series A - Focus: FinTech, Financial Services, Software Michael Vaughan is based out of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and is the Chief Executive Officer of North America of IG Group. Michael Vaughan previously worked at Stem Disintermedia as a Board Member. Michael Vaughan attended The Wharton School. ## Darshan Chandaria - Type: Angel - Relevant deals: 1 - Stages: Seed, Pre-Seed - Focus: Software, B2B, SMS Darshan Chandaria is the Group CEO and Director of Chandaria Industries. He previously worked at Pentland Brands Plc as a Graduate Trainee. Darshan Chandaria attended Harvard Business School. ## Chibuzo Ujam - Type: Angel - Relevant deals: 1 - Stages: Angel - Focus: Drones, Energy, Delivery Chibuzo Ujam ## Jules Olivier Koundé - Type: Angel - Location: Paris, Ile-de-France, France - Relevant deals: 1 - Stages: Series A - Focus: SMS, VoIP, Mobile Jules Olivier Koundé is a professional footballer who plays as a center-back or right-back for La Liga club Barcelona and the France national team. ## Cheryl Heller - Type: Angel - Location: Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States - Relevant deals: 1 - Stages: Seed - Focus: Hardware, Telecommunications, Enterprise Software Cheryl is the Founding Chair of the first MFA program in Design for Social Innovation at SVA and the founder of the design lab CommonWise. She is a business strategist and communication designer who has founded two companies and taughtcreativity to leaders and organizations around the world, helped grow businesses from small regionalenterprises to multi-billion global market leaders, launched category-redefining divisions and products, reinvigorated moribund cultures, and designed strategies for hundreds of successful entrepreneurs. Cheryl received the prestigious AIGA medal for her contribution to the field of design in 2014.She is a Matrix Award winner for excellence in communication and has been profiled through articles in the New York Times, the Boston Globe, BusinessWeek and many others. Her work in included in the permanent collection of the Library of Congress. ## Mato Perić - Type: Angel - Location: London, England, United Kingdom - Relevant deals: 1 - Stages: Seed, Series A, Pre-Seed - Focus: Financial Services, FinTech, E-Commerce Mato invests in technology companies globally. His portfolio companies have raised over US$ 5 billion in capital, employ >15,000 people and have operations in 35 countries across six continents. ## Tayo Oviosu - Type: Angel - Location: Lagos, Lagos, Nigeria - Relevant deals: 1 - Stages: Angel, Seed, Pre-Seed - Focus: Financial Services, SaaS, Credit Tayo is the Founder & Group CEO of Paga (www.paga.com), Nigeria’s leading mobile money service. Prior to Paga, Tayo was Vice-President at Travant Capital Partners, a private equity fund in West Africa. Prior to joining Travant, Tayo was a Manager, Corporate Development, at Cisco Systems in San Jose California. Tayo’s work at Paga has beenrecognized globally - in 2014 CNBC selected Tayo as the Entrepreneur of the Year West Africa, and in 2015 the African Leadership Network selected Paga as the outstanding growing company of the year in Africa. Tayo is also the co-founder of Kairos Angels, an angel investment club.Tayo earned his Bachelors of Science degree in Electrical Engineering, cum laude, from the University of Southern California, and also has a Masters in Business Administration from the Graduate School of Business, Stanford University. ## Ibrahim Bello - Type: Angel - Location: Lagos, Lagos, Nigeria - Relevant deals: 1 - Stages: Pre-Seed - Focus: Health Care, Pharmaceutical, Virtualization Byran Bellz is a Blogger, Web designer, Microbiologist and Illustrator, with a keen knowledge about Entertainment, he's the Founder/CEO of 234Hypes.com ## Echukwudi Daniel - Type: Angel - Relevant deals: 1 - Stages: Angel - Focus: Drones, Energy, Delivery Echukwudi Daniel ## Adebowale Martins - Type: Angel - Relevant deals: 1 - Stages: Pre-Seed - Focus: Retail, Software, E-Commerce Adebowale Martins ## Merijn Campsteyn - Type: Angel - Location: Leuven, Vlaams-Brabant, Belgium - Relevant deals: 1 - Stages: Angel - Focus: CRM, Software, Telecommunications Merijn Campsteyn is the Chief Technology Officer at Deloitte ## Ore Ogundipe - Type: Angel - Location: Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada - Relevant deals: 1 - Stages: Pre-Seed - Focus: Health Care, Pharmaceutical, Virtualization Ore Ogundipe is an Independent Neurotech Research. ## Aurelien Djani Tchouaméni - Type: Angel - Location: Rouen, Haute-Normandie, France - Relevant deals: 1 - Stages: Seed, Angel, Series A - Focus: Mobile, SMS, VoIP Aurélien Djani Tchouaméni is a professional footballer who plays as a defensive midfielder for La Liga club Real Madrid and the France national team. ## Lanre Adelowo - Type: Angel - Relevant deals: 1 - Stages: Pre-Seed - Focus: Health Care, Pharmaceutical, Virtualization Lanre Adelowo is the CEO/CTO @ Fluidcoins. ## Winshall Walt - Type: Angel - Relevant deals: 1 - Stages: Seed, Pre-Seed, Series A - Focus: Mobile, B2B, SMS Winshall Walt ## Joe Caruso - Type: Angel - Location: Boston, Massachusetts, United States - Relevant deals: 1 - Stages: Seed, Pre-Seed, Series A - Focus: Software, SaaS, Internet For the last 20 years Joe has served as mentor, coach, and personal advisor to CEO’s and entrepreneurs. In recent years, he has served as investor, advisor and active director with dozens of companies, public and private.Joe is currently a member of Launchpad Venture Group and was previously a member of Walnut Ventures, Common Angels, eCoastAngels and a principal of Brookwood Partners, all investment groups for early stage companies. He also maintains an active consulting practice dealing with structuring and negotiation of acquisitions, strategic partnerships and financings, and issues related to dispute resolution.He has served on dozens of boards over the years and is recipient of the Leadership in Private Corporate Governance award from the National Association of Corporate Directors New England Chapter. He is a graduate of Northeastern University (BSEE with honors) and the Harvard Business School (MBA) He has served as advisor to Northeastern’s School of Technological Entrepreneurship, and serves as a mentor for Boston University's entrepreneurship program, the Boston TechStars program, and Mass Challenge.Previously, Joe served as interim CEO for companies in need of strategic change - running businesses ranging from 5 to 1,000 employees. Early in his career, he worked at Teradyne and Autex, Inc., and was CEO at Cyborg Corporation, a venture-funded company that was a pioneer in the use of PC’s in laboratory and factory automation. He also has served as an arbitrator for the American Arbitration Association.Former board memberships include: ACT Medical, Acumenta, Adhesive Technologies, American Fantasy Sports, Audiofile, Boston Restaurant Associates, Boston University's Photonics Center (advisory director), Coffee Connection, Colonial Mills, Common Angels, Corion, Cyborg Corporation, General Analysis, Haymarket Bank, Iconics, i2Chem, Laser Science, Metrisa, MicroE, Nimbit, Qiave Technologies, QD Vision, Quant Funds (trustee); Tytronics, Wwwhoosh, Zentox, the Turnaround Management Association (founding director, New England Chapter), the National Association of Corporate Directors (New England Chapter), the Association for Corporate Growth (New England Chapter) and WEST (Women Entrepreneurs in Science and Technology). Joe has also served as an arbitrator for the American Arbitration Association.