Facilitating Business Growth

About VCTF

Venture Capital Trust Fund (“VCTF”) was established by the VCTF Act 2004 (Act 680).  VCTF is a Government-backed..

Vision

To create a vibrant and well-structured venture capital industry leading to a thriving private sector ….

Mission

To provide credit and equity financing to eligible Venture Capital Finance Companies (VCFCs) to support SMEs…

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Our Impact

Since its inception, the VCTF has made a tremendous impact on venture capital financing in Ghana.

VCTF supported the establishment of the Ghana Alternative Exchange (GAX). The GAX is to promote Small and Medium Enterprises (SME) listing and also to establish a listing support fund dedicated to helping SMEs to cover the upfront cost re-quired to list on the Market.

The activities of VCTF have placed Ghana on the VC/PE map in Africa by hosting industry related events which continue to attract VC/PE firms into the country…

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Who We Fund & How We Fund Them

Our Operations

Sectors of Interest

VCTF invests in fund managers in the business of supporting Small and Medium Enterprises in priority sectors of the economy, specified from time to time.

Fund Manager Requirements

Legal capacity; incorporated in Ghana; obligations to pay taxes and social security contributions; SEC license; Strong Team; VC fund management; experience working with SMEs.

Investment options

Fund Managers invests in SMEs through Equity, Debt or a combination of the equity and debt instruments with additional working capital support for the smooth running of business operations.

SMEs Requirements

Submit a Comprehensive Business Plan with three (3) year projections, an audited Financial Reports for past three years where applicable, Tax Clearance Certificate (A must), and Incorporation Papers.

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Venture Capital Trust Fund investments are in startups and SMEs by providing not only capital but also technical support helps to facilitate growth and expansion in SMEs leading to wealth creation and provision of both direct and indirect jobs

  • Healthy track record in the PE/VC industry in Ghana
  • Trustworthy local anchor in the industry
  • Spearheading PE/VC industry development in the Ghana e.g. Fund Manager training, Technical Assistance program, Impact investing, Angel investing etc.
  • Shared Resources and Responsibilities

VC/PE investors bring knowledge and expertise to the companies in which they invest. Through active participation on the board or in partnership with management, private equity investors equip companies with critical improvements in governance, financial accounting, access to markets, technology, and other drivers of business success.