OUR BETS ON AFRICA

By nurturing growth across these areas, we aim to democratize entrepreneurship and drive sustainable innovation in Africa. 

Africa Creative Alliance (ACA)

Africa Creatives Alliance (ACA): Elevating Africa’s Creative Economy 

The Africa Creatives Alliance (ACA) is our bold investment in Africa’s creative economy, a sector brimming with potential. While Africa is rich in cultural heritage and artistic talent, many creators lack the resources, platforms, and networks to scale their impact globally. ACA seeks to change this by forming a coalition of creatives, cultural organizations, and industry leaders dedicated to promoting African culture on the world stage.  We envision an Africa where empowered creatives shape narratives, influence global culture, and drive economic growth, making the creative industries a cornerstone of the continent's development. 
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Africa SEED
Initiative

Building a Sustainable Ecosystem for Business Creation 

The Africa SEED Initiative (Sustainable Enterprise Ecosystem Development) is a coalition focused on fostering sustainable business creation by strengthening entrepreneurial ecosystems and encouraging collaboration among key innovation stakeholders. SEED responds to the need for a solid support structure for early-stage entrepreneurs across Africa.  At its core, SEED aims to build ecosystems that provide innovators with access to capital, mentorship, and markets, enhancing Africa’s impact-funding infrastructure and supporting early-stage enterprises to create large-scale job opportunities and drive inclusive economic growth.  Our goal is to build a future where entrepreneurship thrives, driving job creation and economic resilience across Africa. 

Digital Doors

The Digital Doors initiative is our investment in technology's power to drive inclusive development across Africa. Many communities still lack access to essential digital tools, infrastructure, and skills, leaving them behind in the global economy. Digital Doors aims to bridge this gap by equipping underserved areas with the resources needed to fully participate in the digital world.  At its core, Digital Doors seeks to create opportunities for young people, women, smallholder farmers, and small businesses by bringing the digital economy closer to them. Through partnerships with tech companies, governments, and NGOs, we aim to unlock opportunities even in the most remote parts of Africa.  We envision a digitally inclusive Africa where technology is accessible to all, fostering sustainable development and bridging the digital divide. 

Expanding Systems of Opportunity for Africa's Youth

Underlying these three initiatives is our broader mission: Expanding systems of opportunity for Africa’s youth. At Innovation Village, we recognize that Africa’s future rests on the shoulders of its young people. By investing in creative industries, entrepreneurship, and digital infrastructure, we are equipping Africa’s youth with the tools, resources, and networks they need to lead the continent toward a brighter future. We support entrepreneurs from discovery—helping them move from idea to early users—to distribution, where they can scale their innovations. Through our initiatives, we lower barriers to entry, provide lifelong access to resources, and target key sectors for growth. Our ultimate goal is to democratize entrepreneurship, driving sustainable market growth and economic empowerment across Africa.
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