develoPPP Ventures Opens 2026 Start-up Funding in 5 African Markets Until June 30
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Updated · globalsouthopportunities.com · Jun 17
develoPPP Ventures Opens 2026 Start-up Funding in 5 African Markets Until June 30
1 articles · Updated · globalsouthopportunities.com · Jun 17
Summary
Applications for develoPPP Ventures' 2026 funding round are open through June 30 for start-ups operating in or expanding into Ghana, Kenya, Rwanda, South Africa and Tanzania.
The programme offers catalytic co-financing to ventures with innovative business models, early revenue or proof of concept, strong scalability and measurable development impact tied to the Sustainable Development Goals.
Priority sectors include sustainable agriculture, digital innovation, climate solutions, financial inclusion, healthcare, education, supply chains and job creation, with funding aimed at expansion, product scaling, technology development and local market entry.
BMZ backs the initiative through GIZ and DEG Impulse, while local teams guide applicants; submissions go through different online platforms depending on the target country.