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Entrepreneur Funding Insights for 2026

By Eric Osei As we move toward 2026, one thing has become very clear: the funding landscape has changed. The days of easy money, hype-driven pitches, and unchecked optimism are behind us. Investors are more careful, more analytical, and far more focused on discipline than excitement. For entrepreneurs, this shift is not a setback — it’s an opportunity to build stronger, more sustainable businesses. Here are the key funding insights every entrepreneur should understand as […]

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The Hidden Dangers of Staying Informal During Rapid Growth

  When businesses begin to scale, it’s tempting to keep running things the same way you always have — relying on personal oversight, informal agreements, and improvisation. It feels natural, flexible, and fast. But as I outline in Funding Options for Businesses, this approach can become a silent trap that undermines the very success you’ve worked so hard to achieve. Here are the key dangers of maintaining informal practices during rapid growth: 1️⃣ Failures in […]

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Building for Growth: Why Structure Matters More Than Hustle

An Interview with Eric Osei, Founder of New Africa Impact Fund For many African entrepreneurs, business growth is the dream, but the transition from a small, agile team to a structured, scalable enterprise often exposes hidden weaknesses. In a candid conversation, Eric Osei, founder of the New Africa Impact Fund and author of Funding Options for Businesses, breaks down why businesses must pay attention to formalization, structure, and smart hiring practices during this critical phase. […]

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