Cocktails & Capital: Backing the Backers

Name: Cocktails & Capital: Backing the Backers
Start: 2026-10-22T15:30:00+00:00
End: 2026-10-22T17:00:00+00:00
Location: Event venue

Starts: 2026-10-22T15:30:00+00:00

Ends: 2026-10-22T17:00:00+00:00

Format: In person

Organiser: Innovation City Cape Town

About this event

A Food for Thought event brought to you by Finance Isle of Man Thursday, 22 October 2026 | 17:30–19:00 The venture capital conversation usually centres on start-ups seeking funding. This time, we’re flipping the script. Join Zachariah George , Managing Partner at Launch Africa Ventures , for a candid conversation about investing in venture funds and gaining exposure to the venture asset class. Designed for family offices, institutional investors, wealth managers, high-net-worth individuals and other capital allocators, the session will explore why venture funds belong in the investment conversation, what investors should consider before committing capital, and where the opportunities lie across Africa’s venture ecosystem. Expect a focused discussion followed by an open Q&A, cocktails and the opportunity to connect with fellow investors and fund leaders. Who should attend Family offices, institutional investors, wealth managers, high-net-worth individuals and capital allocators interested in deploying capital into venture funds and gaining exposure to Africa’s innovation economy.

Tickets

General Admission: Backing the Backers: ZAR 50 · InStock · Book tickets