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We’re pleased to announce that VC4A is an Ecosystem Partner for SMEFest2025 by Jasper! 📅 Happening January 18th, 2025, in Lagos, Nigeria, this year's theme, "Towards a Trillion Dollar SME Economy," aligns with our mission to empower African entrepreneurs and drive their growth. Want to be a part of this experience and meet members of the VC4A team? Register now: https://lnkd.in/d58dUw7m. #SMEFest2025 #VC4A

Thank you to everyone who applied for develoPPP Ventures! Applications are now closed! 🏁 A big thank you to our partners, investors, and alumni for your support and referrals, helping us reach the best of the region. We’ll carefully review all submissions in the next phase and will update with more milestones throughout. Thank you for your support. If you could not complete your application in time to join this cohort, be on the lookout for the next cycle which opens every 6 months. #develoPPPVentures Financed by: Bundesministerium für wirtschaftliche Zusammenarbeit und Entwicklung (BMZ) Implemented in East Africa by: DEG Impulse With implementation support by: VC4A, Ennovate Ventures, Impact Hub Kigali and ViKtoria Ventures

Happy New Year from the VC4A team! 🌟🎉 To our community of entrepreneurs, investors, mentors and ecosystem builders, we thank you for your vision, innovation, and drive to shaping a brighter future for society. 2025 is here, and with it comes new opportunities to innovate, collaborate, and grow. Let’s keep building impactful ventures, scaling brilliant solutions, and unlocking startup opportunities globally. To a successful 2025! #HappyNewYear #VC4A

🚨 FINAL CALL! Applications for develoPPP Ventures close TODAY! Have you submitted yours? Founders in #Kenya, #Tanzania, and #Rwanda, this is your last chance to join this cohort of #develoPPPVentures and make an impact in your country and beyond. Finalize your application today for the opportunity to secure €100,000 in non-dilutive capital for your scale up. We look forward to receiving your application: https://lnkd.in/dAffE6x3 Financier: Bundesministerium für wirtschaftliche Zusammenarbeit und Entwicklung (BMZ) Implemented by: DEG Impulse Implementation support: VC4A, Ennovate Ventures, ViKtoria Ventures, Impact Hub Kigali

1️⃣ day left to apply for the #develoPPPVentures program! Don’t wait until it’s too late, secure €100,000 in non-dilutive funding and take your startup to the next level. Deadline: Tomorrow, 31st December 2024. Apply now: https://lnkd.in/dc95ivEM Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ) DEG Impulse VC4A #FundingOpportunity #Startups #ImpactfulBusinesses

Kevin Bulger is the VC4A Mentor of the Week! Kevin’s background includes 10+ years working in VC-backed U.S. startups, including Farmer’s Fridge, a food and logistics venture. He is also an investor in hereweflo.co and articlesofstyle.com Now based in #Tanzania, he’s keen to work with entrepreneurs in sectors such as food, retail, education, and logistics. With expertise in growth strategies and scaling businesses, Kevin is here to share what he’s learned and help founders reach new milestones. View his mentor profile and connect for support - https://lnkd.in/d8_2aj2Y #MentorOfTheWeek #VC4A #Mentorshipworks

🚨 Just 1 week left to apply for develoPPP Ventures! Are you a founder in #Kenya, #Tanzania, or #Rwanda with a sustainable business model? develoPPP Ventures is your chance to secure €100,000 in non-dilutive capital and gain the support to grow your business. 📅 Deadline: 31st December 2024. Learn more and apply now: https://lnkd.in/dAffE6x3 If you missed any of the information sessions, and want to learn more, you can catch up on the live sessions here: https://lnkd.in/dNVSDigZ Financier: Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ)) Implemented by: DEG Impulse Implementation support: VC4A Ennovate Ventures ViKtoria Ventures Impact Hub Kigali 

Introducing Mwila Kasonde Anamela, Country Sales Manager at FedEx and the VC4A Mentor of the Week! With over a decade of experience in sales, business management, and leadership development within the ICT, e-commerce, and logistics sectors, Mwila is passionate about supporting early-stage startup founders and SMEs aiming to expand. Based in Lusaka, Zambia 🇿🇲, Mwila is looking to give back to the startup ecosystem by sharing her knowledge with founders. Connect with her now on the VC4A Mentorship Marketplace: https://lnkd.in/dRdSwqkQ #MentorOfTheWeek #VC4A #Startupmentorship #Businessgrowth #Mentorshipworks

🎬Is your start-up in Kenya, Tanzania, or Rwanda ready to scale and create lasting impact?🎯   🎤Pitch your innovative business and leverage the benefits of the #develoPPPVentures programme:   ✅€100,000 in non-dilutive funding to fuel your growth investments ✅Customized technical support with resources and tools for sustainable scaling ✅Expert mentorship to scale your business and drive positive economic, ecological or social impact   🔗 Apply now: https://lnkd.in/dAffE6x3 📅 Deadline: December 31, 2024   Implemented by DEG Impulse, funded by the Bundesministerium für wirtschaftliche Zusammenarbeit und Entwicklung (BMZ), and supported by VC4A, Ennovate Ventures, ViKtoria Ventures and Impact Hub Kigali. 

🚀 Calling all Angels and Investors! The develoPPP Ventures Cohort 8 call for applications is still ongoing! 🎉 We're on the lookout for high-potential startups ready to scale and create impact. 🌟 Are you an investor keen on impactful startups? 1️⃣ Share widely to help us reach incredible entrepreneurs and apply through https://bit.ly/4hWm7DU. 2️⃣ Recommend startups through our referral form here 🔗 https://bit.ly/3VHnGMj! If you know founders with game-changing solutions, this is their chance to secure matching funding and tailored technical assistance. Let’s work together to empower startups and drive meaningful change. Your network might just hold the next big success story! 🙌 Deadline for applications; 31st December 2024 #develoPPP #Startups #Investors #Entrepreneurship #ImpactInnovation DEG Impulse Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ) VC4A Wilfred M. Stephen Gugu Elizabeth Odima Nduta Waweru Jerry Ochanda