Today, raising funds is often presented as the ultimate goal of the entrepreneurial journey in Africa. But on the ground, reality is often more complex. Many African startups succeed in raising funds, yet a large proportion of them plateau, slow down, or disappear a few months or years later.

In this episode of “Le Terrain Parle “, Samba Lô shares a clear-eyed, unfiltered analysis of what really drives the growth of African companies. Far from inspirational speeches and one-size-fits-all solutions, he breaks down what works, what holds things back, and above all, what is often left unsaid.