This Ripple discussed the complex world of climate tech funding in Africa, exploring the tricky dance between venture capital, donor money, and impact investing.

Key takeaways:

• Traditional VC models don't fit all African businesses.

• Donor funding is shrinking, creating a massive investment gap.

• Diaspora investments could be a game-changing alternative funding source.

The group discovered that solving Africa's investment challenges isn't just about throwing money around. It's about creating flexible funding models that support businesses at different growth stages. They highlighted the need for creative partnerships between VCs, donors, and local investors.

The big insight? We need to rethink how we fund innovation - moving from rigid investment approaches to more adaptive, impact-driven strategies that truly understand local market dynamics.