Why Entrepreneurs in Ethiopia Need More Than Just Startup Funding.
Blaq Ventures is committed to empowering entrepreneurs by providing startup
funding in Ethiopia and supporting their businesses through a dedicated
mentoring program. Our focus is on fostering innovation and growth of pre-seed startups in this dynamic market.
We believe that beyond the startup funding, entrepreneurs also need a partner
along the startup growth path, especially in early stages. Blaq Ventures
mentoring program accelerates the journey from pre-seed to seed rounds.
Venture Capital in Ethiopia
Why we invest in Ethiopia and not everywhere in Africa
Blaq Ventures is among the leading venture capital firms in Ethiopia.
Our focus on startup funding in Ethiopia is strong. This reflects our
assessment of the market potential, startup activity, and growth
opportunities. We invest in African countries
that are less represented in terms of Venture Capital investment. By getting
startup funding from Blaq Ventures, entrepreneurs will have an investment
partner for pre-seed and future rounds.
Ethiopia Venture Capital Landscape Analysis
Blaq Ventures recognizes the untapped potential for Venture Capital
investment in Ethiopia.
Currently, Africa receives less than 1% of global venture capital funding,
with the majority concentrated in just four countries. We are committed to
changing this landscape by actively providing startup funding in Ethiopia
and beyond. Our mission is to empower entrepreneurs across the continent and
drive innovation where it’s needed most.
We’ve seen fintech, edtech, healthtech and agritech startups achieve
remarkable growth through targeted mentorship and strategic funding,
positioning them as leaders in their respective fields in those 4
countries.
We believe that we can help startups in Ethiopia achieve the same
success.
Startup Funding Criteria
When evaluating startups looking for funding in Ethiopia, we look
for:Scalable Business Models: Ventures with the potential to scale
regionally.Strong Teams: Founders with proven expertise and a clear vision.Market Fit: Solutions that address pressing local or regional
challenges.Innovation: Unique and tech-driven approaches to solving problems.
Mentoring Program for startups in Ethiopia
Our mentoring program
offers tailored guidance in critical areas such as market strategy, product
development, and future fundraising, ensuring that startups in Ethiopia
are well-equipped to scale and succeed.
Join our network
of visionary entrepreneurs in Ethiopia. Blaq Ventures is actively funding
startups in your country.
