The goal of the program is to enhance financial inclusion and ensure that entrepreneurs, smallholder farmers, cooperatives, and enterprises have reliable, affordable, and sustainable access to financial services and resources needed for growth, innovation, and resilience.
Our Approach to Financial Resource Access
We employ multiple strategies to address the diverse financial needs of entrepreneurs.
Debt Financing
Facilitating connections with banks and microfinance institutions for business loans and credit facilities.
Equity Investment
Connecting promising startups with angel investors and venture capital firms for growth funding.
Grant Funding
Identifying and assisting with applications for grant opportunities from development partners and foundations.
Crowdfunding
Guidance on launching successful crowdfunding campaigns to raise capital from the community.
Loan Guarantees
Providing partial guarantees to reduce lender risk and increase access to formal credit.
Non-Financial Resources
Access to equipment, software, mentorship, and technical assistance beyond capital.
The program’s purpose is to
Bridge financing gaps
by connecting target groups (startups, growth-oriented) with suitable financial institutions, investors, and funding opportunities.
Strengthen financial literacy and capacity
so beneficiaries can effectively manage resources, prepare bankable business plans, and access credit and investment.
Mobilise diverse resources
(domestic and international, public and private, concessional and commercial) to support development programs and regenerative entrepreneurship.
Facilitate innovative financing mechanisms
such as blended finance, guarantees, microfinance, digital financial services, and climate finance.
Reduce barriers to finance
for women, youth, and marginalised groups by promoting inclusive and equitable access to financial products and services.
Ensure sustainability
by strengthening partnerships with financial institutions, donors, and investors while fostering local capital mobilisation.
Program Components
Grant for Idea Validation
Provide seed funding to early-stage entrepreneurs to test and validate innovative business concepts, helping to de-risk ideas before scaling.
Co-Working Space Partnerships
Collaborate with co-working spaces to offer affordable work environments, networking opportunities, and shared resources to support entrepreneurs.
Technology Partnerships for Entrepreneurs
Leverage partnerships with fintech, digital lending, and mobile banking providers to expand access to innovative financial tools and solutions.
Proposal Repository for Financial Institutions
Create a central repository of vetted business proposals to connect entrepreneurs with banks, improving access to loans, credit, and investment.
Our Finance Solutions
We offer a comprehensive suite of financial services tailored to entrepreneurs at different stages of growth.
Financial Literacy Training
Comprehensive training on financial management, budgeting, and accounting principles for business success.
Investment Readiness Program
Prepare your business to attract investors with perfect pitch decks, financial models, and negotiation skills.
Investor Matchmaking
Connect with angel investors, venture capital firms, and impact investors through our curated network.
Upcoming Finance Programs
| Program Name | Start Date | Duration | Format | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Financial Literacy Workshop | June 18, 2023 | 2 days | In-person | Register |
| Investment Readiness Bootcamp | June 25, 2023 | 4 weeks | Hybrid | Register |
| Investor Pitch Session | July 10, 2023 | 1 day | In-person | Apply |
| Grant Writing Masterclass | July 20, 2023 | 3 weeks | Online | Register |
| Bank Financing Seminar | August 5, 2023 | 1 day | Hybrid | Register |
