LAVA
Overview
LAVA is a venture capital firm that invests in startups using Web3 and AI to build financial and trust infrastructure in Africa.
Investments
| Company | Date | Stage | Lead |
|---|---|---|---|
| Onboard | Sep 2024 | VC Round | Co-investor |
| Onboard | Sep 2024 | Early Funding | Co-investor |
| Zynta | Feb 2026 | Accelerator | Co-investor |
| Paycrest | Jan 2026 | Pre Seed | Co-investor |
| Ultramarkets | - | Pre Seed | Co-investor |
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Key People
Yoseph Ayele
Founder & Managing Partner
See Eun Ha
Venture Partner
Sector & Stage Mix
Industry, funding stage, and valuation band breakdowns.
FAQ
Where is LAVA based?
Headquarters information for LAVA is not publicly available.
When was LAVA founded?
LAVA was founded in 2024.
How many portfolio companies does LAVA have?
LAVA has 7 portfolio companies in Caplight's dataset.
What are some companies in LAVA's portfolio?
Portfolio companies visible on Caplight include Onboard, Onboard, Zynta, Paycrest, Ultramarkets.
What was LAVA's most recent investment shown here?
LAVA's most recent investment in this portfolio sample was in Zynta in 2026.
What sectors does LAVA focus on?
LAVA focuses on FinTech, FinTech, FinTech, FinTech, FinTech, FinTech, Crypto & Web3, FinTech, Crypto & Web3, Crypto & Web3, Crypto & Web3, Crypto & Web3, Crypto & Web3.
What company stages does LAVA focus on?
LAVA typically invests at the Early stage.