THE FUSE

Aions Ventures Launches R100m Seed Fund: Interview With Kerryn Campion, COO of Aions Ventures. South Africa’s startup ecosystem is rich with entrepreneurial talent and innovative ideas, yet many promising businesses struggle to secure the funding and support needed to transition from early traction to sustainable scale. Recognising this challenge, Aions Ventures has launched Aions Seed Fund I, a R100 million early-stage growth fund aimed at helping startups bridge the critical gap between proving their concept and attracting larger rounds of investment. In this interview, Kerryn Campion, Chief Operating Officer of Aions Ventures, discusses the inspiration behind Aions Seed Fund I, the challenges facing South African startups and the importance of transformation within the venture capital ecosystem. Read all about it below!