Opportunity Title: Apply for the Let’s Build, Africa: market entry program for African startups to expand and enter new markets

"Let's Build, Africa" Program by Co-creation Hub (CcHUB)

In celebration of Africa Day, Co-creation Hub (CcHUB) is thrilled to introduce “Let’s Build, Africa”, an innovative market entry program designed to empower African startups. This initiative aims to help startups broaden their horizons and enter new markets across the continent, fostering economic integration and promoting innovation.

Program Overview

“Let’s Build, Africa” is a strategic initiative aimed at supporting startups with cross-border growth potential. It provides strategic insights and assistance in navigating new ecosystems, ultimately contributing to Africa’s economic integration and innovation landscape.

Goals of the Program

1. Facilitate Expansion Across Borders:

   • Assist startups in gaining knowledge and access to new markets throughout Africa.

2. Enhance Intercontinental Connections:

   • Promote collaboration and investment opportunities between startups and local stakeholders in targeted markets.

3. Stimulate Economic Integration:

   • Contribute to the economic integration of the African continent by facilitating easier market entry for innovative businesses.

Eligibility Requirements

• The startup must be registered in an African country.
• At least one of the founders must be a citizen of an African nation.
• The startup should be in the scale-up stage.

Program Components

1. Call for Applications and Selection:

   • Startups are encouraged to apply, focusing on their readiness for market expansion and adaptable innovative solutions.

2. Pitch Sessions:

   • Selected startups will participate in pitch events to refine their business models and receive feedback.

3. Ecosystem Tours:

   • Participating startups will undergo guided tours in key markets such as Nigeria, Kenya, Rwanda, and Namibia.

4. Product Showcases:

   • Startups will present their products to a curated audience of collaborators, investors, and potential customers.

5. Market Linkages and Support:

   • Over a six-month period, startups will receive continuous support from CcHUB’s team of experts to establish and strengthen market connections.

Impact of the Program

By the end of the program, startups will have made significant progress in entering new markets, forming valuable partnerships, and positioning themselves for investment and growth. This progress will have a substantial impact on promoting intra-African trade and collaboration, driving economic growth, and fostering innovation across the continent.

Ojoma Ochai, Managing Director of CcHUB Africa, expressed her enthusiasm about the launch of “Let’s Build, Africa” on Africa Day, emphasizing the symbolic unity and progress this day represents for the continent. Through this program, startups will gain access to the necessary tools and connections to thrive across Africa, significantly contributing to economic integration and innovation.

How to Apply

Startups interested in participating in the “Let’s Build, Africa” program should prepare to submit their applications, highlighting their market expansion readiness and innovative solutions.

Apply now and be part of this transformative journey towards a brighter, more integrated, and innovative Africa!