Insights

From Feasibility to Financial Close: Why Many Projects Never Get Funded Introduction Every year, thousands of projects pass initial feasibility assessments with promising projections, solid technical foundations, and apparent market demand. Yet a staggering percentage never secure the funding necessary to move from planning to execution. According to recent industry data, approximately 67% of projects that complete feasibility studies fail…

Startup & Venture Capital

From Pitch Deck to Investment Memo: What Actually Influences Investor Decisions

jobdeputyFebruary 6, 2026

From Pitch Deck to Investment Memo: What Actually Influences Investor Decisions Introduction The landscape of venture capital fundraising has undergone a significant transformation in recent years. As we move through 2025, the traditional pitch deck is no longer sufficient on its own savvy founders are complementing their visual presentations with comprehensive investment memos, and investors are demanding more rigorous data,…

Investment Risk

How Election Cycles Shape Business Risk in West Africa

jobdeputyFebruary 6, 2026

How Election Cycles Shape Business Risk in West Africa Introduction West Africa stands at a critical political juncture in 2025, with several nations preparing for pivotal elections that will reshape the region’s economic and business landscape. As democratic processes unfold across the sub-region, businesses operating in or with West Africa face heightened uncertainties that demand strategic foresight and careful risk…