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Iyinoluwa Aboyeji

Iyinoluwa Aboyeji

Building global billion-dollar businesses from Africa and the Caribbean

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Lagos, Nigeria
Joined January 2025
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Iyinoluwa Aboyeji is a prominent Nigerian entrepreneur and a driving force in the African tech ecosystem. He co-founded two 'unicorn' startups, Andela and Flutterwave, which have significantly impacted global technology and finance. His work demonstrates a deep commitment to fostering economic opportunities and technological innovation across Africa. wikipedia+2
He is a visionary in building and scaling businesses, evident in his role as a Founding Partner at Future Africa, a seed-stage investor dedicated to supporting mission-driven African innovators. Through Accelerate Africa, he continues to nurture early-stage startups, aiming to create 'Africa's Y Combinator' by providing mentorship and community to founders. future+2
Beyond entrepreneurship, Aboyeji is actively involved in governance and education. He has served as Deputy Director General for a presidential campaign and holds board positions with various organizations, including the Kwara Education Trust Fund and Loyola Jesuit College. This involvement highlights his dedication to broader societal development in Nigeria. wikipedia
Aboyeji is recognized as a thought leader and an influential figure, named one of the Top 100 most influential Africans by New African magazine and a World Economic Forum Young Global Leader. His writings, such as 'How Andela was founded,' offer valuable insights into his entrepreneurial journey and vision for the continent. wikipedia+2

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How Andela was founded….

June 1, 2016

A personal account of the founding of Andela, detailing the challenges, pivots, and collaborations that led to its creation. Aboyeji shares insights into building a global company from Nigeria and the importance of a diverse team.

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