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About Scale Ethiopia
Scale Ethiopia’s mission is clear: to mobilize investors to back promising Ethiopian startups and SMEs. The initiative focuses on mitigating risks and creating co-investment opportunities, fostering a collaborative environment where local businesses can thrive.
Join As An Investor
Read more about the Scale Ethiopia program for investors. This is a great opportunity to learn more about investing into growth businesses back home
Learn more about Scale Ethiopia and check out our magazine. It shares some good overview of the startups in the program, our mission and partners
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Venture Stories
Meet Our Startups
How we selected the startups
In operation for
1+ years
Annual revenue above
$10,000
Core management team in place
Clear potential and commitment for growth, job creation & positive impact
Openness and suitability for equity investment
Evidence of Market progress
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
The program offers tailored mentorship, investment-readiness training, networking opportunities, and access to markets. We prepare SMEs to present themselves as viable investment opportunities by improving their business models, financial practices, and growth strategies.
We work with a diverse group of SMEs from sectors such as agribusiness, technology and more. These companies are typically growth-stage enterprises that have demonstrated market traction and a potential for scaling.You can click on the video for each startup and receive additional information.
Ethiopia offers a rapidly growing market with untapped opportunities in several sectors. By investing in SMEs through the Scale Ethiopia program, you can support businesses that drive sustainable economic growth and generate significant social impact.
Investors benefit from access to a curated pipeline of high-potential SMEs, detailed business insights, opportunities for co-investing, and introductions to local market players. Our program also offers post-investment support to ensure businesses continue to thrive.
The Scale Ethiopia Program is a 2-year multi-stage programme. It begins with an application and selection process, followed by an investor readiness program, and continues with post-program support. The duration of each stage may vary, but the entire programme is designed to guide start-ups through their growth journey.
Investors passionate about driving innovation and seeking groundbreaking opportunities can become involved in several ways. You can share your expertise as advisors, or become essential funding partners. Additionally, you can provide information on industry trends and emerging technologies relevant to the project’s objectives. We invite you to connect with us to learn more about exciting collaboration prospects that align with your vision.