Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to common questions about investing with Nexfund, our process, and African markets.
General Questions
Nexfund is a digital investment platform connecting investors with vetted African businesses seeking capital. We provide transparent due diligence, secure transactions, and ongoing investment tracking. Our platform serves both equity and debt investors, with specialized products like asset-backed loans for African SMEs.
Nexfund connects investors with pre-vetted businesses seeking capital. Investors can browse opportunities, conduct due diligence, invest securely, and track their portfolio through the platform.
Both individual and institutional investors who meet our eligibility criteria can invest on Nexfund.
We conduct thorough due diligence and use secure payment infrastructure, but all investments carry some risk. Please review each opportunity carefully.
Investment Process
Minimum investments vary by opportunity, typically ranging from $10,000 to $50,000. Some syndicated deals may have lower minimums. Revenue-based financing and asset-backed loans often start at $25,000.
The process duration depends on the opportunity and due diligence requirements, but most investments close within a few weeks to a couple of months.
We accept bank transfers, wire payments, and other secure payment methods as specified for each opportunity.
Investments can only be cancelled before the closing date. Please review the terms of each opportunity for details.
Due Diligence & Risk
Our comprehensive screening includes:
• Financial health assessment (3+ years of financials)
• Legal compliance verification
• Management team background checks
• Market opportunity analysis
• Reference checks with customers/partners
All investments carry risk, including business failure, market changes, and economic factors. Please review each opportunity's risk disclosures.
No, returns are not guaranteed. We strive to present high-quality opportunities, but all investments involve risk.
African Markets
We currently operate in Kenya, Nigeria, Ghana, Tanzania, Rwanda, and Uganda, with expansion planned for Senegal, Côte d'Ivoire, and Morocco. Coverage varies by investment type.
We work with partners to manage currency risk, but investors should be aware of potential fluctuations in exchange rates.
We assess political risk as part of our due diligence, but investors should consider the broader environment in each country.
Asset-Backed Loans
This is secured lending where businesses use real estate or equipment as collateral. Interest rates are typically 8-15% annually, with terms of 1-5 years. It's less risky than equity investment with more predictable returns.
We conduct thorough due diligence and work with local partners to verify collateral before approving loans.
In the event of default, we work to recover the collateral and return proceeds to investors, subject to local laws and processes.
Platform & Technology
Your dashboard provides:
• Real-time portfolio performance
• Business update notifications
• Financial statement access
• Exit event tracking
• Tax document downloads
Yes, we provide downloadable tax documents for your investments at the end of each tax year.