Are you an African startup ready to expand your horizons and tap into new markets across the continent? Co-creation Hub is excited to announce the launch of “Let’s Build, Africa!” – an innovative market entry program designed to empower African startups for cross-border growth.

Program Overview

“Let’s Build, Africa!” aims to provide strategic support and insights to startups poised for expansion into new African markets. This program offers a unique opportunity for startups to navigate diverse ecosystems, form strategic partnerships, and scale their businesses across the continent.

Objectives

Facilitate Cross-Border Expansion: Gain insights and access to new markets across Africa.

Strengthen Intercontinental Ties: Collaborate and build investment opportunities with local stakeholders in target markets.

Boost Economic Integration: Contribute to the economic integration of Africa by facilitating easier market access for innovative businesses.

Eligibility Criteria

The startup must be registered in an African country.

At least one of the founders must be an African national.

The startup should be at the scale-up stage.

Program Components

Pitch Sessions: Selected startups will present their business models and expansion strategies to refine their pitches before engaging with potential partners and investors.

Ecosystem Tours: Tailored tours in focus countries (Nigeria, Kenya, Rwanda, Namibia) to meet key ecosystem players, potential clients, and regulatory bodies.

Product Showcases: Showcase your products to a curated audience of collaborators, investors, and potential customers in the selected market.

Market Linkages and Support: Ongoing support from CcHUB’s experts over six months to build and strengthen market linkages, including mentorship and assistance with market-specific challenges.

Key Dates

Application Deadline: June 30, 2024

Selection: July 2024

Pitch Sessions: August 2024

Ecosystem Tours: October 2024

Post Ecosystem Tours Support: November 2024 – April 2025

Apply Now!

If you are ready to take your startup to new heights and explore exciting markets across Africa, apply now for the “Let’s Build, Africa!” program. Don’t miss this chance to be part of Africa’s economic growth and innovation landscape.

Apply here: http://bit.ly/LetsBuildAfrica

For more information, contact us at startups@cchub.africa. Let’s build a thriving African startup ecosystem together!