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🚀INVESTMED wraps up its impactful journey! The final press conference summarized activities and milestones achieved since 2020. Over 10 media outlets cover the closing event, highlighting progress made by startups and incubators in Egypt, Lebanon, and Tunisia. Co-financed by the EU, the project empowers MSMEs in the green, blue, and creative industries, fostering sustainability and job creation. Read more about the journey and impact of INVESTMED: #INVESTMED #EUProjects #SustainableEconomy #MSMEs #EntrepreneurshipSuccess

ETHIOPIA POWERS UP The Ethiopia Startup Data Hub is revolutionising how startups, investors, and innovators connect in the Ethiopian ecosystem. Designed to unlock access to critical information, it empowers entrepreneurs and ecosystem players to disrupt industries and drive growth like never before. This game-changing platform is fostering connectivity, enabling smarter decisions, and amplifying Ethiopia’s innovation story to the world. Developed in collaboration with The Ministry of Innovation And Technology- Ethiopia, Systemic Innovation, GrowthAfrica, and Dealroom.co, and supported by the FCDO The RISA Fund, this hub is now live and ready to make a difference. Ready to explore what the hub has to offer? Visit here: https://lnkd.in/eDQpfdhC #GrowthAfrica #StartupEcosystem #Innovation #Entrepreneurship #EthiopiaStartups #ConnectivityForGrowth #StartupDataHub  #Ethiopia #Hub #Innovation #Entrepreneurship #InnovateEthiopia   Biruk Hailu Emmeline, Jordan Kyongo MSc, MPH, PhD, Agnes Tsuma, Scott Walker, George Windsor, Ian Lorenzen, Nick Graham, Besu Feleke, Maedot Assefa, dagmawi bedilu, Selam G/yohannes, Mekdes Mekonnen, Abenezer G.Tafa, Mesay Tekalign, Yinebeb Bahru (ይነበብ ባሕሩ), Henok Solomon, Yared Kenenisa, zenebe getaneh, Tigist Tarekegn Shiferaw, Bezawit Kassaye, Abdlwahid Abdlber, abdurazak nesro, Kidus Asfaw, Yeabsera Yismashewa, Dawit Teshome Gebresenbet, KIdus Ephrem, Fasil Abate, Yohannes Bayu, Kidist Ephrem, Sofanit Mulugeta‎, MBA‎, Lulit Semunigus, Mengistu Tessema, Rebecca Araya, Meselu W.

Though my graphic design skills have much room for improvement, I believe the message encoded in this infographic is unignorably important for leaders across the globe. If we are to meet our ambitious societal, environmental, and economic goals - all of which are intricately intertwined - we must quickly find new ways of thinking and doing together. Aligning with the SDGs is imperative. I do acknowledge that there are flaws with the SDGs. However, they are, for the most part, goals that humanity has collectively agreed to work on for the betterment of all. How often do all 191 UN Member States agree on something? Agreement on these goals is in itself somewhat astonishing. Now with the targets set, institutions, individuals, communities, and corporations are free to choose the pathways they see as most effective to reach them. This requires coordinated and widespread innovation. This leads to the question, how can we develop ecosystems that foster such innovation? As we highlight in our paper, though scaling remains a challenge, startups are particularly well suited to address multiple goals rapidly. Due to their unique structure, they can bring much-needed disruption in otherwise status quo -sticky, or underserved markets. To best enable them to do so, ecosystem actors, aided by policymakers, must together craft the right support baskets, considerate of their ecosystem's stage of development and of the local cultural particularities that may either hinder or bolster support strategies. This is a topic I had the chance and pleasure to work on during my internship with ERIA: Economic Research Institute for ASEAN and East Asia, and through their policy paper on the ASEAN innovation ecosystem. To read the full piece, please follow the link in Giulia Ajmone Marsan's post. Though my thanks are long overdue, I find them better late than never. I wish to extend my deepest appreciation to the wonderful ERIA Digital Innovation and Sustainable Economy Centre (E-DISC) team. Giulia Ajmone Marsan, your insightfulness and dynamism are invigourating. Satria Muhammad, Fatih Abdurrahman, Adelia Rahmawati, and so many more, you all were incredibly welcoming and bright colleagues and friends. To all of you termia kasih.

🚀 InnovaLab by the Numbers: A Journey of Impact! 🌟 Since 2015, InnovaLab has been the driving force in transforming the entrepreneurship and innovation ecosystem of Guinea-Bissau. Here are some milestones that fill us with pride: 🎓 +300 events and workshops - Expanding horizons, nationally and internationally. 🌐 +8,000 skilled minds - Equipped to lead the digital and entrepreneurial era. 💡 +US$ 1.5 million invested - Driving initiatives for sustainable development. 🚀 +50 startups incubated - Innovating and accelerating economic growth. 💼 +500 jobs created - Promoting income and social inclusion. 🔗 +2.5 million engaged online - Strengthening our global network. 🏆 Recognized as the Best Incubator and Hub in 2021 by UEMOA - A milestone in our journey. Together, we are building a brighter future for Guinea-Bissau! 🇬🇼 #InnovaLab #Impact #Entrepreneurship #Innovation

We are delighted to announce that Soolvit will be exhibiting at the African Startup Conference 2024, taking place from December 5th to 7th, 2024, at the CIC Abdelatif Rahal in Algiers.   Held under the high patronage of the President of the Republic, this flagship event is organized by the Ministry of Knowledge Economy, Startups, and Microenterprises in collaboration with Algeria Venture.   The conference will bring together 500+ startups, 100+ investors, and industry leaders from across Africa. We are excited to be back this year, ready to connect with entrepreneurs, investors, and innovators, and showcase our cutting-edge innovation management platform.   🌟 Why Visit Our Stand? - For Corporations: Discover powerful tools to boost your internal and external innovation capabilities and explore collaborations with leading innovators across Algeria and Africa. - For Startups, Entrepreneurs, and Researchers: Unlock opportunities to accelerate your business with enhanced market access, funding options, and collaboration with industry leaders. 💡 Learn more about Soolvit: www.soolvit.com   #ASC2024 #Soolvit #StartupGrowth #Innovation #Networking #InvestmentOpportunities #AfricanStartups #Exhibition #Entrepreneurship

Inaugural Ethiopian #Startup Awards to Shine Spotlight on Thriving #Innovation #Ecosystem The Global Innovation Initiative Group (GIIG) is set to host the first-ever Ethiopian Startup Awards, a key event under the Global Startup Awards Africa banner, in Addis Ababa on June 3-4. This event will underscore the burgeoning startup ecosystem in Ethiopia. The two-day event, organized in collaboration with the Ministry of Labor and Skills (MOLS), the Ministry of Innovation and Technology (MINT), and the Entrepreneurship Development Institute (EDI), will include a variety of workshops, training sessions led by industry experts, pitching opportunities, networking sessions, and an awards ceremony revealing the Ethiopian finalists. This year's Global Startup Awards #Africa competition saw 11,900 entries from 54 African nations, with Ethiopia contributing 24% of the entries from the Eastern region. Ethiopia is among the 120 countries participating in the Global Startup Awards program and is the host nation for the African segment this year. The event will kick off with an awards ceremony on June 3 at the Entrepreneurship Development Institute (EDI) - Ethiopia , celebrating the top Ethiopian startups that have advanced to become regional finalists. "Ethiopia’s selection as the host nation for the 2024 GSA Africa Awards is highly significant and is already enhancing the country's growing reputation as a hub for tech innovation. The emphasis on #youth #entrepreneurship, particularly through the Youth category, underscores Ethiopia's dedication to fostering the next generation of innovators and job creators. I eagerly anticipate celebrating their successes," stated HE Ms. Muferihat Kamil Ahmed, Minister of Labor and Skills.

🌟 Exciting News!! 🌟 We are thrilled to announce that #WouessiDigital, Represented By the CEO Rodrigue Fouafou - Africa Connects has been selected as part of the YMM incubator startups to attend #Inventures2024 in Calgary, Alberta! 🚀 Join us for three unforgettable days of groundbreaking innovation, where the brightest minds, angel investors, venture capitalists, entrepreneurs, and industry leaders from around the globe will converge to tackle some of the most critical issues of our time. 🌍✨ 📅 Event Dates: May 29-31, 2024 📍 Location: Calgary, Alberta (Calgary Telus Convention Centre) #Inventures2024 promises an extraordinary lineup of globally acclaimed keynote speakers, distinguished presenters, and expert panelists. The event will delve into six critical global issues, including: #GrowingUp: Food Tech Farm to Fork: Discover cutting-edge innovations in Canada's booming $144 billion agri-food industry, from AI and analytics to robotics and more. #CleanTech: Explore game-changing solutions in the $3 trillion global market, focusing on technologies that drive a cleaner, greener circular economy. Don't miss this opportunity to gain insights from pioneers at the forefront of advanced processes, materials, and clean energy solutions. 🌱🔋 We invite you to come meet our CEO: Rod, Rodrigue Fouafou - Africa Connects, at the event to learn more about Wouessi's service potential and explore exciting partnership opportunities. Rod will be available to discuss how our innovative solutions can help propel your business forward. 🤝 Stay tuned for more updates, and join us in supporting YMM startup #StartupYMM as we push the boundaries of innovation and sustainability. Let's make a difference together! 💡🤝 #Inventures2024 #Innovation #Tech #WouessiInc. #Startups #StartupYMM #Wouessi #Calgary #Sustainability #CleanTech #AgriFood #FutureOfTech

🌿 Once more ....Always happy to announce that I’ll be at the Techne Summit in Alexandria next week, representing the UNDP to host a dynamic workshop titled "How to be Green in the New Tech Era" 🚀💡. In this session, we’ll explore how startups and entrepreneurs can integrate sustainable practices in today’s fast-evolving tech landscape. From embracing energy-efficient technologies ⚡, to leveraging circular economy principles 🔄, we’ll dive into practical solutions that can help you innovate responsibly and grow sustainably. 🌱 We’ll discuss: ✅ The intersection of tech and sustainability in driving new business opportunities. ✅ How to implement green strategies without compromising growth and profitability. ✅ Real-life examples of startups making a positive impact while scaling up. No matter where you are in your entrepreneurial journey, this workshop is designed to inspire you to think green, act green, and build the future we all want to see 🌍✨. Can’t wait to connect and exchange ideas on how we can shape a more sustainable tech-driven future together! 👥 See you there! UNDP Egypt In partnership with Flat6Labs implemeting Green Growth and Jobs Accelerator Project. UNDP in the Arab States region UNDP Danmark UNDP Nordic Private Sector Techne #TechneSummit #GreenTech #GGJAP #SustainableInnovation #Startups #Entrepreneurship #TechForGood #CircularEconomy #UNDP #Sustainability #ImpactBusiness #Alexandria #FutureOfTech

CCE Hub in Vietnam Launched in September 2023 The U.S. Department of State, alongside with VMO Holdings and Posts and Telecommunications Institute of Technology, has officially launched the Coalition for Climate Entrepreneurship (CCE Hub) in Hanoi. This game-changing partnership solidified through a MOU signed on September 27, 2023, highlights our joint dedication to driving climate-focused entrepreneurship and innovation. The CCE Hub will serve as a dynamic platform to foster startups dedicated to combating climate change, leveraging technology and resources for sustainable solutions. Dorothy McAuliffe, Special Representative for Global Partnerships at the U.S. Department of State, is confident that this hub will be a catalyst for sustainability-focused entrepreneurs, aligning perfectly with the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership between Vietnam and the United States. Get ready for an incredible journey towards a greener, more sustainable future! Follow the link for more information: https://vmo.link/vuFOkyt #CCEHub #CCEHubAsia #CCEHubVietnam #VMO #PTIT #USDepartmentofState #ClimateEntrepreneurship #SustainableSolutions #InnovationForChange