Everyone talks about how accelerators and incubators help startups — but what if they’re actually the biggest beneficiaries of the system?
In this episode, we unpack the not-so-sexy side of the startup ecosystem: where the VC money really goes, who’s taking the lion’s share, and why some founders are just picking up the crumbs. If you’ve ever joined an accelerator, applied to one, or questioned why you’re still bootstrapping after “support,” this one’s for you.
💡 Are accelerators empowering entrepreneurs or just leveraging their hustle? Let’s talk exploitation, equity, and who actually wins.
👇 Drop your thoughts in the comments. Have you felt exploited or empowered?
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never look up to leaders, lead yourself
In Kenya Mzungu ni Mungu! Can I get an Amen🙏🏼 🙏🏼
I appreciate the consistency, clearly living rent free in your heads and mouths 😂
This is called "LEARNED HELPLESSNESS"! At the end of the Day if you play a game that your ENEMIES CREATED it harms your PEOPLE…….What's the ONLY OUTCOME?
The worst bit is some guy on payroll and zero knowledge of your industry telling you how you should do it. lol
Excellent video !!!
Am in the fintech sector microfinances, Sacco and table banking systems.I rather bootstrap and remain profitable and grow steadily.
they looking for ideas to use i their native countries in nthe west. ive seen same thying is south africa but ripping their ideas and close down.
Thank you so much for sharing this. I'm new to entrepreneurship and God led me to this video to remind me that empty debes make the most noise. I will keep trusting His guidance. May He use you guys to shed light in this area.
VC is kenya are just brokers,waiting for round 1 or 2 to pull out.and more so they want to take tip in the fund.what the heck of people.@baobabnetwork it just publicity work to pull investor for their scheme.