develoPPP Ventures Q2 2026 cohort

About

An opportunity for startups in Kenya, Rwanda, and Tanzania to receive EUR 100,000 in non-dilutive funding, along with local technical support, aimed at scaling innovative solutions that contribute to sustainable development. This program particularly encourages women-led startups and those promoting gender equality, ensuring that funding is invested locally to foster economic growth.

Benefits

• 💰Non-Dilutive Funding
  EUR 100,000 in funding without equity dilution
• 🛠️ Local Technical Support
  Access to local expertise to enhance business operations
• 🚀Scaling Opportunities
  Chance to scale innovative solutions in developing economies
• 🌍Gender Equality Focus
  Encouragement for women-led startups and those promoting gender equality.

Eligibility Criteria

• Startups must be registered in Kenya, Rwanda, or Tanzania
• Startups must have completed the formation phase and generated initial revenues
• Startups must have a high-impact business model that contributes to sustainable development
• Startups must acquire matching funds from other sources of at least the same amount as the funding requested
• Women-led startups and those promoting gender equality are especially encouraged to apply.

Participation Commitments

• Funding must be invested locally in the respective country
• Startups must demonstrate innovation, scalability, and financial sustainability
• Participation decisions are made through a regular call for applications.

Target Sector

All sectors

Target Location

Kenya, Rwanda, Tanzania