The International Climate Finance Accelerator (ICFA) supports first- and second-time investment management or advisory firms in launching climate-focused investment vehicles. Designed to promote climate action in challenging geographies, ICFA offers […]
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Union Square Ventures (USV) is a venture capital firm based in New York City, specializing in early-stage investments across various sectors and technologies. Their guiding thesis focuses on investing at
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Alteia Fund is an alternative investment fund focusing on Africa and the Middle East, specializing in trade finance for sectors like agriculture and food security. With over $1 billion in
Injaro Investments is a private equity and credit fund manager focused on Africa, dedicated to creating financial and social value for investors and partners. Concentrating on sectors like agribusiness, healthcare,
FMO, the Dutch Entrepreneurial Development Bank, promotes sustainable growth across 85 countries by investing in energy, financial institutions, and agribusiness sectors. Focused on inclusive development, FMO collaborates with other financiers
GForce is committed to driving impactful climate solutions by supporting startups in the sustainability and environmental sectors. Backing “stellar founders,” GForce provides pre-seed funding, strategic guidance, and hands-on support in
500 Global (formerly 500 Startups) is a venture capital firm and startup accelerator supporting early-stage tech companies worldwide. With $2.3 billion in assets under management (AUM), the firm invests in
The Ghana Climate Innovation Centre (GCIC) is a premier national business incubator based at Ashesi University, designed to empower entrepreneurs with climate-focused solutions. Established in 2016, GCIC’s Business Incubation Program
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Founders Factory is a global accelerator and venture studio that partners with startups and corporate clients to help early-stage ventures grow across sectors like fintech, health, and retail. Offering pre-seed
The Visa Accelerator Program in Africa supports fintech and digital payment startups by providing mentorship, resources, and access to Visa’s global network. Tailored for innovative startups, the program addresses financial
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The Baobab Network is Africa’s premier accelerator, investing in early-stage startups with high growth potential. Each selected startup receives $100,000 in seed funding, extensive hands-on support, and access to a
AngelPad is a seed-stage accelerator based in New York City and San Francisco, dedicated to helping founders refine business models, achieve product-market fit, and prepare for successful fundraising. Since its
Techstars is a renowned pre-seed and early-stage venture capital firm and accelerator that has been supporting high-potential startups since 2007. Operating across diverse industries and regions worldwide, Techstars invests in
MEST Express is an acceleration program supporting early and growth-stage startups in Ghana. It helps them become investment-ready and positioned for rapid growth. With a hands-on approach, MEST Express focuses
Y Combinator (YC) is a world-renowned accelerator that provides early-stage startups with funding, mentorship, and resources to refine their business models, grow their user base, and scale rapidly. YC runs
The Social and Inclusive Business Camp is an acceleration program for innovative entrepreneurs with social and/or environmental impact in Africa. Since its creation in 2017, it has supported more than
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TinySeed is a unique startup accelerator dedicated to helping early-stage SaaS companies grow sustainably. Explicitly designed for bootstrapped founders, TinySeed’s year-long remote program offers tailored mentorship, funding, and a strong
Ghana Tech Lab drives tech innovation and economic growth in Ghana through specialized programs in training, incubation, and startup acceleration. With a strong focus on building digital skills, supporting young
Mirepa Global provides critical support to small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in Africa through business coaching, investment readiness programs, and capital access, aiming to drive social and economic impact. Operating
MAKE-IT in Africa is an initiative dedicated to supporting digital innovation and entrepreneurship across the African continent. By fostering strategic partnerships, offering resources, and nurturing digital ecosystems, MAKE-IT enables African
The SCORE Mentor Network connects U.S.-based entrepreneurs with experienced mentors who offer expert guidance in business planning, management, marketing, finance, and growth strategies. Through SCORE, entrepreneurs can search for mentors
The Private Financing Advisory Network (PFAN) supports entrepreneurs in developing countries by providing critical access to financing for climate and clean energy initiatives. PFAN offers free business coaching and investment
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Open Capital is a management consulting and financial advisory firm dedicated to accelerating investment across Africa. By combining strategic consulting, capital advisory, and innovative support for impact-driven businesses, investors, and
The Tony Elumelu Foundation (TEF) is Africa’s leading philanthropy dedicated to empowering a new generation of African entrepreneurs. Through its flagship TEF Entrepreneurship Program, the foundation provides funding, training, and
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The Aspen Network of Development Entrepreneurs (ANDE) supports small and growing businesses (SGBs) in emerging markets. By mobilizing resources, fostering knowledge, and connecting key stakeholders, ANDE drives entrepreneurship to advance
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Sputnik ATX offers an intensive three-month startup program in downtown Austin, TX. Successful applicants receive start-up training, mentorship, and support. Each team gets office space for up to four members,
