🚀 Big news for sustainable mobility in Africa! We’re thrilled to share that BasiGo, an electric mobility startup that has been a part of Make-IT in Africa’s #Smart Cities Innovation Programme (SCIP), has raised $42 million to expand clean public transport across East Africa. 🌍 With plans to deploy over 1,000 electric buses in the next three years, BasiGo is driving the transition to #emission-free mobility while empowering bus operators with innovative financing models like "Pay-As-You-Drive." 🚍⚡ This success reflects our mission at Make-IT to foster scalable innovations that address environmental challenges and boost economic growth across Africa. Congratulations to BasiGo for this incredible milestone! 🎉 #SustainableMobility #InnovationInAfrica #MakeITInAfrica #ClimateTech #StartupSuccess #CleanTech
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DIGITAL ENTREPRENEURSHIP …is the driver behind Africa’s digital transformation. Entrepreneurs have the potential to modernise the economies and societies of their countries, discover innovative solutions for development challenges, and create new opportunities for employment. However, many young technology (tech) start-ups in sub-Saharan Africa do not succeed on international markets because they lack access to capital, clients, talented staff and digital infrastructure. For female, young and non-metropolitan entrepreneurs it is especially hard to face these challenges. To achieve growth and investment readiness tech entrepreneurs need a supportive ‘entrepreneurial ecosystem’ comprising of investors, reference clients, business supporters and training partners. Many of these ecosystems, however, are still fragmented, and they have failed to enable large-scale investment in sustainable and inclusive business models. Digital entrepreneurship can change the world we live in. Innovations for a better life, sustainable and inclusive development create vast opportunities for new jobs and income, social and economic development. All these innovations start with a great idea. TECH ENTREPRENEURSHIP INITIATIVE 'MAKE-IT-IN-AFRICA' …is implemented by Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (German Development Cooperation, GIZ) on behalf of the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ) as part of BMZ’s Digital Africa Initiative. Our mission We promote digital innovation for sustainable and inclusive development from West and East African entrepreneurs in their early growth phase. In close collaboration with corporate and financing partners, social enterprises, hubs and networks Make-IT in Africa creates an enabling environment for better access to finance, markets and skills.
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We are thrilled to announce the launch of the first issue of the CATAL1.5°T Newsletter at the end of October! This quarterly newsletter is designed to be a vital resource for everyone interested in the advancements and initiatives shaping the climate technology landscape, with a particular focus on #LatinAmerica and #WestAfrica. Subscribe to our newsletter now to stay updated on: 🌱 Global perspectives from the CATAL1.5°T Initiative 🌱 Regional developments on the Pre-Accelerator and Accelerator programmes and Climathons 🌱 Start-up features showcasing innovative solutions 🌱 Event announcements for upcoming applications, networking, and workshops ✨ Join Our Community! ✨ Be part of fostering a sustainable future by signing up here👉 https://lnkd.in/eycefDJu #CatalyseClimateTech Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ) Green Climate Fund Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH TECNOLÓGICO DE MONTERREY Climate-KIC Investisseurs & Partenaires - I&P GIZ México GIZ Centroamérica GIZ ConoSur (Argentina, Chile, Perú) Make-IT in Africa GIZ African Union GIZ Togo GIZ Senegal, Gambia, Cabo Verde GIZ Sierra Leone, Liberia and Guinea GIZ Côte d'Ivoire GIZ Burkina Faso 📸 Getty Images/ Luis Alvarez
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🚀 Investment Readiness Masterclass Empowers ecosystem players at the Ghana Digital & Innovation Week 2024 🇬🇭💡 As part of #GDIW2024, Make-IT in Africa hosted an Investment Readiness Masterclass for startups, ESOs and Investors from the Ghanaian ecosystem! The session focused on equipping participants with essential tools to scaling their businesses and securing investment. 💼💰 📈 Key Highlights: - Benjamin Meier emphasized that funding and investment knowledge are major hurdles for startups. - Experts Henrik A. & Kyrre Lemvik from Strategy Tools broke down key strategies, fundraising essentials, and deal structures. - The session featured a hands-on simulation where teams pitched mock business proposals, offering a real-world look at investor expectations. 🗣️💡 A participant shared: “This was the most practical and relatable session I've attended! It changed my entire approach to securing funding." 🙌 Thank you to the team at #strategytools and to all our participants for the insightful and engaging session. Read more about the event here 👉 https://lnkd.in/enxwP6eR 🌱 #Startups #Entrepreneurship #Investment #Innovation #MakeITinAfrica #GDIW2024
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🚀 Calling all Startup Founders, ESOs, and Investors in #Ghana! Are you ready to crack the code to scaling your startup, equip startups with tools to secure the right investment and deepen your insights into the startup journey? Make-IT in Africa is excited to invite you to the exclusive Scale Up! Masterclass, happening during Ghana Digital & Innovation Week 🌍 At the heart of this event is the renowned Scale Up! Simulation, designed by Strategy Tools and led by Kyrre Lemvik and Henrik A.. This hands-on experience will put you in the driver’s seat, challenging you to navigate the startup growth journey in real-time. From solving daily scale-up challenges to mastering funding strategies, this simulation has helped hundreds of founders, investors, and ecosystem players worldwide. ✨ Why you should attend: - Interactive Learning: Experience dynamic, real-world scale-up scenarios. - Global Strategies: Learn tools used by successful startups globally. - Expert Guidance: Engage with seasoned facilitators and scale-up experts. 📅 Event Details: 📍 Accra International Conference Centre (AICC) 🗓 Thursday, 3rd October 2024 ⏰ 9 am – 2 pm This masterclass is designed for: #StartupFounders: Boost your investment readiness, liquidity management, and funding strategies 💡 #ESOs: Learn how to prepare startups for investment and meet investor demands 📈 #Investors: Discover how to offer value beyond capital and become a strategic partner 🤝 🔔 Limited spots available – Register now! 👉 https://lnkd.in/eFqjhTK4 ⏳ Deadline: 24th September 2024 #GhanaDigitalInnovationWeek #ScaleUpSimulation #Entrepreneurship #Startups #Investors #ESOs #Ghana
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🌍 Calling all climate-focused startups in West Africa! The CATAL1.5°T Pre-Accelerator program is now open for applications. 🚀 Get expert training, mentoring, and support to take your venture to the next level. 👉🏾 Apply now and don’t miss the chance to secure up to €15,000 in grant funding!
📣Calling all climate-focused pre-seed ventures in West Africa: the CATAL1.5°T Initiative Pre-Accelerator programme is now open! ✍🏾Apply now and receive expert training, mentoring, professional coaching, and technical support to develop your business: 🌳Senegal & Cote d’Ivoire (deadline 23 Sept): https://lnkd.in/ec_Rh5N8 🌳Guinea & Benin (deadline 25 Sept): https://lnkd.in/eBmDt3xt 🌳Burkina Faso & Togo (deadline 23 Sept): https://lnkd.in/ePKuKxvY 🌳Mauritania & Niger (deadline 26 Sept): https://lnkd.in/eWu47xnr Only 40 selected #startups will be chosen. Participants will also have the chance to secure up to €15,000 in funding to help accelerate their growth. 👉🏽For more details, visit https://lnkd.in/eUxQQVwS #CatalyseClimateTech Green Climate Fund Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ) Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH Climate-KIC Make-IT in Africa GIZ African Union GIZ Togo GIZ Senegal, Gambia, Cabo Verde GIZ Nigeria & ECOWAS GIZ Côte d'Ivoire GIZ Burkina Faso GIZ Sierra Leone, Liberia and Guinea 📸 : © GIZ / Thomas Imo/photothek.net
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🚀 Exciting Opportunity for Women Entrepreneurs in West Africa! 🌍 Are you passionate about climate solutions and ready to bring your innovative ideas to life? The Climate UX Initiative is here to support and empower women entrepreneurs in West Africa, helping them design impactful solutions that meet both user needs and environmental challenges. 🌱 Apply now and be part of this game-changing program! Deadline: 24th September 2024
✨Exciting Announcement ✨ Are you a woman entrepreneur (or do you know someone) in West Africa who is passionate about climate solutions? Then the Climate UX Initiative program is for you! What is it? 👩🏽 This project aims to support and empower women entrepreneurs in the climate technology sector in West Africa. Women have a key role to play in creating innovative solutions, and this program is designed to support their ideas, develop their technical skills and train them how to design products and services that meet real user needs while addressing environmental concerns. Who can apply? 🌱 Open to entrepreneurial women from the following four countries: Togo, Côte d'Ivoire, Benin, and Senegal 🌱 Candidates must have internet access for the program's duration (October to December) 🌱 Candidates must demonstrate their interest in researching solutions adapted to their environment. 👉🏽Know more and secure your spot on or before 24 Sept: https://lnkd.in/e3JWJvWH #CatalyseClimateTech Under the CATAL1.5°T Initiative, this project is Implemented by the Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH in partnership with YUX Design Academy. Green Climate Fund Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ) Make-IT in Africa Investisseurs & Partenaires - I&P GIZ African Union GIZ Togo GIZ Senegal, Gambia, Cabo Verde GIZ Sierra Leone, Liberia and Guinea GIZ Burkina Faso GIZ Nigeria & ECOWAS GIZ Côte d'Ivoire
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🌟 Nouvelle Opportunité! 🌟 L'Initiative CATAL1.5°T est ravi d’annoncer le lancement de son programme d'accélération en Afrique de l'Ouest !🚀 Notre programme d'accélération est un véritable catalyseur, conçu pour autonomiser les entrepreneurs visionnaires et les entreprises engagées à mener des solutions innovantes dans la lutte contre le changement climatique. 💡 Voici ce qui vous attend: 🌱 Financement d'Amorçage : Accès à un financement d'amorçage vital allant de 32 millions FCFA à 130 millions FCFA, fourni sous forme d'avance remboursable pour alimenter le parcours d'accélération de votre entreprise. 🛠️ Support Technique : Bénéficiez d'un support technique complet, comprenant des sessions de formation sur mesure et des missions d'experts pour peaufiner votre plan d'affaires, renforcer les pratiques comptables et recevoir un coaching inestimable. 🌍 Développement des Compétences Climatiques : Rehaussez votre expertise dans le secteur climatique avec notre programme, en améliorant l'acuité commerciale et financière de votre entreprise tout en évaluant ses impacts climatiques potentiels. Prêt à saisir cette opportunité sans précédent ? Voici comment vous impliquer: 🎯 Éligibilité : Si vous êtes une PME innovante basée en Afrique de l'Ouest, offrant des produits/services révolutionnaires qui réduisent les émissions de gaz à effet de serre, et comptant moins de 50 employés, moins de 3 millions de dollars d'actifs ou moins de 3 millions de dollars de ventes, vous êtes le candidat idéal! 📝 Soumettez votre candidature via https://lnkd.in/ddXdDuwn Pour plus d’information: Get to know CATAL1.5°T (catalist-initiative.eco) Rejoignez-nous pour façonner l'avenir de l'action climatique en Afrique de l'Ouest ! Ensemble, avançons vers un avenir plus vert et plus durable. CATAL1.5°T est financé par le Green Climate Fund et le Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ), en collaboration avec EIT Climate-KIC, Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH, et Investisseurs & Partenaires - I&P. #InnovationClimatique #ProgrammeAccélération #ClimathonWestAfrica #Climathon #LocalClimateAction #CatalyseClimateTech #WestAfrica #ClimateInnovations #Entrepreneurship #Catalist #benin #togo #senegal #cotedivoire #burkinafaso #niger #mauritanie #guinee
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⏰Dernier Appel pour organiser un Climathon en Afrique de l'Ouest avec CATAL1.5°T! Ne manquez pas votre dernière chance de promouvoir l'innovation climatique dans votre ville. CATAL1.5°T encourage les organisations au Bénin, au Burkina Faso, en Côte d'Ivoire, en Guinée, en Mauritanie, au Niger, au Sénégal et au Togo à s'engager et à organiser un Climathon. Postulez dès maintenant : la date limite approche à grands pas https://bit.ly/3IBvlET. Date limite de candidature: 23 Avril 2024 Pour toute question de dernière minute, veuillez nous contacter à catalist@climate-kic.org. Green Climate Fund Investisseurs & Partenaires - I&P Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH EIT Climate-KIC #ClimathonWestAfrica #Climathon #LocalClimateAction #CatalyseClimateTech #WestAfrica #ClimateInnovations #Entrepreneurship #Catalist
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🌍 Rappel - Organisez un Climathon en Afrique de l'Ouest avec CATAL1.5°T ! Ne manquez pas cette occasion unique de diriger l'action climatique dans votre ville. CATAL1.5°T invite les organisations au Bénin, au Burkina Faso, en Côte d'Ivoire, en Guinée, en Mauritanie, au Niger, au Sénégal et au Togo à organiser un Climathon. 💡 Donnez du pouvoir à votre communauté, engagez-vous avec les parties prenantes et collaborez sur des solutions climatiques innovantes. N'oubliez pas, un soutien financier est disponible pour vous aider à faire la différence ! La date limite est le 23 avril 2024 - Soumettez votre proposition et transformez votre ville: https://bit.ly/3IBvlET. Pour toute question, n'hésitez pas à nous contacter à l'adresse catalist@climate-kic.org. CATAL1.5°T est financé par le Green Climate Fund et le Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ), en collaboration entre l'EIT Climate-KIC, Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH, et Investisseurs & Partenaires - I&P. #ClimathonWestAfrica #Climathon #LocalClimateAction #CatalyseClimateTech #WestAfrica #ClimateInnovations #Entrepreneurship #Catalist
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⏳Dernière chance de postuler ! 🌍 L'appel à candidatures pour le programme de pré-accélération CATAL1.5°T est sur le point d'être clôturé. Si vous faites partie d'une organisation dédiée à l'avancement de l'écosystème entrepreneurial climatique en Afrique de l'Ouest, c'est votre dernier appel à l'action. Saisissez cette opportunité pour rejoindre le programme #Climaccelerator et accéder à des connaissances exclusives sur les #innovations climatiques, à des formations d'experts, à un vaste réseau, à un mentorat, ainsi qu'à des financements et des ressources essentiels. C'est votre chance de façonner un avenir durable et d'avoir un impact significatif. Pour poser votre candidature, consultez le site https://bit.ly/3R4xOwM. Date limite de soumission : 2 avril 2024 Pour toute question de dernière minute, veuillez nous contacter à l'adresse catalist@climate-kic.org. #climatemitigation #climatefinance #climatech #climateimpacts #climatechange #climateaction #climatetech #climate #benin #togo #senegal #cotedivoire #burkinafaso #niger #mauritanie #guinee Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ) Green Climate Fund Climate-KIC Investisseurs & Partenaires - I&P Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH
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