Investor Guide
Learn how to make informed investment decisions, evaluate opportunities, and grow your portfolio through the Y-Invest platform.
Getting Started
Y-Invest bridges investors and high-potential SMEs in Africa and beyond. To get started, create an investor profile outlining your areas of interest, investment range, and risk appetite.
- Register as an investor through our Join Now page.
- Verify your account through email confirmation.
- Complete your investor profile with your preferred sectors and regions.
- Start browsing verified SME opportunities seeking funding.
Evaluating Opportunities
Each SME profile includes detailed business information, funding goals, and performance metrics. Evaluate opportunities by considering:
- Company background, leadership, and market positioning.
- Funding round details — amount, equity offered, and timeline.
- Key performance metrics and growth potential.
- Alignment with your investment focus areas (Fintech, Agritech, Healthtech, etc.).
Making an Investment
Once you’ve identified a promising SME, you can engage with the business directly or through our secure platform to finalize your investment.
- Review legal documentation and funding terms.
- Use Y-Invest’s secure escrow and payment channels.
- Track your investment performance through your dashboard.
- Collaborate with other investors for co-investment opportunities.
Monitoring & Returns
After investing, you can monitor progress, review reports, and manage your portfolio all from your investor dashboard.
- Track performance metrics and milestones.
- Receive regular updates from SME owners.
- Withdraw returns securely to your registered payment method.
Responsible Investing
Y-Invest promotes responsible investing that drives sustainable impact. We encourage investors to:
- Support SMEs aligned with ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance) principles.
- Prioritize transparency and ethical business practices.
- Empower local communities through strategic investments.