Octerra Capital
Venture capitalLagos · Pre-Seed–Series A · 8 people tracked
Investment thesis
Octerra Capital invests in early-stage, impact-driven technology solutions across African markets with a sector-agnostic approach. The firm seeks to catalyse economic growth by addressing challenges in financial inclusion, democratisation of access, interconnectedness, and improving the quality of education and healthcare. It backs founders and companies that share its values and are committed to building sustainable, long-term value. Octerra looks for early-stage African startups with Africa-focused solutions, initial traction (revenue or users), high-growth technology or tech-enabled models, socio-economic impact, and strong, diverse founding teams.
Source: firm website, verified Aug 7, 2026.
Team · 8 people
from the firm's website
Investments · 19 tracked
founders shown can be your intro pathAfrica's first mobile-first, ethical lottery platform connecting players across the continent.
Ethical credit collection manager leveraging machine learning and artificial intelligence.
Automation and digitalization of education operations.
Connecting central banks and financial services providers to build a more inclusive ecosystem.
Advanced hemorrhage control solutions for trauma surgeons.
Improving financial team productivity through data visualization, aggregation, and automation.
Data-driven financial product brokerage for SMEs with focused service approach.
Women-centric financial products, networking communities, and financial literacy empowerment.
Democratising clearing and settlement for fintechs and banks in Africa.
Healthcare technology and logistics company delivering blood, oxygen, and medical supplies to hospitals.
DeFi platform providing liquidity solutions to cross-border payment companies.
Woodland Hills, US
Nathaniel Parker(Executive Officer, Director, Promoter)Daniel Tanjeloff(Executive Officer, Director)
BoardDavid Oyelowo(Executive Officer, Director)
Leveraging big data, AI/ML, and cross-disciplinary expertise to drive healthcare innovation in Africa.
Building efficiencies across the pharmaceutical ecosystem through B2B marketplace and embedded financing.
Anti-money laundering screening tool with adverse media and sanctions capabilities via API.
Revolutionising fashion industry engagement with Web3 technology in a play-to-wear metaverse.
Enabling corporates and governments to digitalise and automate their decision-making.
Frequently asked questions
- What stage does Octerra Capital invest at?
- Octerra Capital invests at the Pre-Seed, Seed, Series A stages.
- What sectors does Octerra Capital focus on?
- Octerra Capital focuses on Fintech, Impact & Social Good, Sector Agnostic.
- Where is Octerra Capital located?
- Octerra Capital is headquartered in Lagos, NG.
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