BOOKLET OF SIBC
TABLE OF CONTENTS
THE ENTREPRENEURS
0 5 THE INVESTORS 8 APRIL 2025 THE SPEAKERS AND THE EXPERTS P_32 0 6 THE PARTNER COMPANIES
EDITO
Dear Entrepreneurs,
It is a great pleasure to welcome you to the eighth edition of the Social and Inclusive Business Camp, to express our deep admiration for you, and to offer you our sincere congratulations. Coming from all over Africa, you entrepreneurs concerned with societal impact act and innovate every day to create an economy in search of meaning, balancing social justice, environmental sustainability, and resilience.
An economy that places meaning at the heart of our activities:
The SIBC is an exceptional platform to highlight your inspiring journeys and visionary initiatives, as you have long demonstrated how innovation can be virtuous, caring for women, men, and territories. Tech for good now proudly carries the colors of Africa! Frugal solutions to essential needs are multiplying, technologies serving knowledge, care, or regeneration are changing habits and improving daily lives. All these initiatives you carry with courage are paving new paths for the African continent. In these times of global challenges, it is more urgent than ever to share your experiences and multiply these models that embody the future.
An economy that values the diversity of approaches
EDITORIAL CO-WRITTEN BY
SARAH MARNIESSE CAMPUS DIRECTOR AFD GROUP
CHRISTIAN JEKINNOU ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR OF FANAKA&CO
This year, the SIBC deliberately focuses on alternative economic models, embedded in society and life, respectful of a world with limited and interconnected resources:
Models of the social and solidarity economy that prioritize human values and societal impact over the pursuit of profit.
Models of the collaborative economy based on the sharing or exchange of goods, services, time, or knowledge, with or without monetary exchange.
Models of the functional economy that prioritize use over sales.
Models of the regenerative economy that rely on a systemic approach and place the company within the environment it depends on, prioritizing it.
An economy in symbiosis with life
The 2024-25 edition of the SIBC is built around an economy inspired by life, giving ample space to cooperation and interdependencies within revitalized ecosystems. Driven by the need to further anchor the SIBC on the African continent and mobilize local ecosys-
With eight years of experience and learning, we are now taking a new step by regionalizing the SIBC. A first contextualized version will take over in 2025 in North Africa. We will need you, your experience, and your vision to continue this collective journey and launch new initiatives that are even more deeply rooted in local ecosystems, always serving the transitions!
The aim was to better adapt the training content to the African context and mobilize experts based in Africa. As a result, the entire educational journey was revised to specifically address a target audience of women entrepreneurs with impact in Africa.
Additionally, the bootcamp is now being organized in Africa. Historically held in France, the bootcamp is being hosted for the first time in Ivory Coast to connect entrepreneurs regionally and pan-African-wide, and to strengthen the place of the Social and Inclusive Business Camp within African entrepreneurial ecosystems.
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economy that creates connections and sustainable impact.
The SIBC's mission is to maximize your impact and ensure the sustainability of your initiatives. Since 2017, this program has supported African women entrepreneurs each year across five key themes: leadership, scaling up, team structuring, impact measurement, and preparation for fundraising beyond training and funding opportunities, the SIBC places at the heart of its approach the creation of a vibrant and engaged community
through the sharing of experiences, connecting with the entrepreneurial ecosystem, and integrating into a network of over 300 women entrepreneurs.
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constantly evolving approach
With eight years of experience and learning, we are now taking a new step by regionalizing the SIBC. A first contextualized version will take over in 2025 in North Africa. We will need you, your experience, and your vision to continue this collective journey and launch new initiatives that are even more deeply rooted in local ecosystems, always serving the transitions!
As you have understood, supporting entrepreneurship today means agreeing to slow down, embracing a different rhythm, that of nature. It means accepting long-term finance, where value is embedded over time and wealth is shared. It is about questioning and nurturing the meaning of the word "value." It is about never losing sight of direction and impact. It is about returning to the original definition of the economy, the one that speaks of managing the home, care, and connections.
To conclude, allow us once again to express our deep admiration for your projects that are transforming our continent and to thank you for your commitment, which paves the way for many other African women entrepreneurs. The path you are creating today will light the way for Africa tomorrow.
With all our consideration and support
SARAH MARNIESSE CHRISTIAN JEKINNOU
INTENTIONS 2024/2025
PRIORITIZE WOMEN
Selection of a 100% female cohort and exploration of the gender & entrepreneurship topic.
Towards new economic models: social and solidarity economy, collaborative, circular, regenerative... SUPPORT THE TRANSITIONS
ROOTING MORE DEEPLY IN AFRICA
Stronger mobilization of partners based in Africa
Organization of local juries in 5 African countries
Organization of the in-person bootcamp in West Africa (Abidjan, Ivory Coast)
STRENGTHEN PEDAGOGICAL INNOVATION AND OPEN SOURCE
Identification and production of reusable digital content.
CALENDAR
SCHEDULE
ZOOM ON THE JURIES
Motivated by the need to further anchor the SIBC on the African continent and mobilize local ecosystems, the AFD Group Campus organized 5 in-person juries in Africa in September 2024. Each application was evaluated twice by two juries from different regions than the original application. In total, around 200 evaluators were mobilized to participate in the selection of the 2024 cohort, but also to raise awareness about the program and create new connections with their ecosystems.
Motivé par la nécessité d’ancrer davantage le SIBC sur le continent africain et de mobiliser les écosystèmes locaux , le Campus Groupe AFD a délocalisé la sélection et organisé 5 jurys présentiels en Afrique en septembre 2024 Chacune des candidatures a été évaluée 2 fois par 2 jurys de régions différentes de la candidature d’origine Au total, environ 200 examinateurs se sont mobilisés pour participer à la sélection de la promotion 2024, mais également être sensibilisés au programme, et créer de nouveaux liens avec leurs écosystèmes
PAYS
COUNTRY
HOW IT WORKS
Le fonctionnement des jurys est inspiré des jurys de La France S’engage dont l’Agence française de développement est partenaire
The operation of the juries is inspired by the juries of La France S’engage, of which the Agence Française de develeppement (AFD) is a partner.
DISTRIBUTION AND REVIEW OF APPLICATIONS
BREAK / PAUSE AND ALUMNI TESTIMONIAL
DISCUSSIONS BY TABLES & SCORING DATA ENTRY & VERIFICATIONS
Ivory Coast
Senegal
South Africa
E-LEARNING MARCH 2025 PHASE PROGRAM
The remote digital program consists of 4 educational blocks, each divided into 3 modules, with an individualized diagnostic phase beforehand. These aim to support entrepreneurs in their reflections and decision-making processes to maximize their impact, in service of their transition mission.
INSPIRE
UNDERSTAND
Mission, Vision, and Purpose
Maturity Assessment
Social Business Model Canvas
EXPAND
Scaling Up Impact Audit
Inclusive Communication
2
Each block includes both
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Preparation for fundraising and collecting funds
Hybridization of business models
PITCH DECK AND Coaching Experts & Investisseurs
3
Asynchronous content
Living Entrepreneurship
Feminist Leadership Positive Foresight
1
Partner Ecosystems Collective Intelligence PITCH
4
2 webinars, corrected exercises, peer discussions, and tailored feedback for participants from partners. and synchronous such as presentation materials, summary guides, video or audio content, practical tools, self-paced activities, documents, and links.
WORKSHOP
SCALECHANGER TOWARDS A SUCCESSFUL SCALE-UP
WORKSHOP PITCHER CAMPUS
WORKSHOP
PREPARE FOR FUNDRAISING
I&P CONSEIL
FILMING PITCH
LUNCH
WORKSHOP
ORGANIZE A SOCIAL IMPACT MEASUREMENT IN AN ENTREPRENEUR IAL PROJECT
PULSE
COACHING PITCH DECK
FILMING PITCH
DINNER
BACK TO ABIDJAN DINNER GRADUATION CEREMONY
STARTUP CLINIC PULSE EQUIPOP EMPOWHER FANAKA SCALECHANGER GROUPE AFD SILVERPLATE I&P CONSEIL
REVERSE PITCH PREPARE FOR FUNDRAISING I&P CONSEIL
SPEED-MEETING INVESTOR
COACHING PITCH DECK INVESTOR COCKTAIL
SPEED-MEETING INVESTOR
CONCLUSION
THE ENTREPRENEURS OF THE SIBC COHORT 2024 - 2025
SIBC ON MAP
OVERVIEW CHARACTERISTICS OF THE WINNERS
THE SIBC ACCORDING TO ENTREPRENEURS
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SECTORS
AGRICULTURE & AGRIBUSINESS
The SIBC program stands out for its comprehensive approach, combining high-quality tools, resources, and exchanges. It perfectly addresses my current needs and provides a motivating and inspiring environment. The topics covered are very interesting and well thought out, with real relevance to the challenges we face today. I am excited for what’s to come!
AMIRA AFFAF BELLIL
The SIBC program has been a true source of inspiration and support for me. Through the webinars, CODEV exchanges, and individual coaching, I have been able to strengthen my time management, leadership, and strategic vision. This program has not only provided me with practical tools for my business but also allowed me to meet inspiring leaders and share enriching experiences. A valuable experience that has helped me move forward with confidence in my projects and overcome entrepreneurial challenges.
LALANIRINA RASOLOARIMANGA
With SIBC, I realized that as impact entrepreneurs, our main goal when scaling up is to significantly increase the impact created by the organization, rather than just growing its size or revenue.
ZAWADI RUBUGA
PORTRAIT OF THE ENTREPRENEURS FROM THE 2025 COHORT
FUNDRAISING OBJECTIVE
PROPOLINA
DATE OF CREATION 2019
Propolina is dedicated to the valorization and transformation of beekeeping products as well as Algerian medicinal and aromatic plants. The company advocates for sustainable beekeeping and contributes to the empowerment of women. To grow, it plans to diversify its products and train more women in Algeria in agricultural professions.
DATE OF CREATION 2017
Assiba Fée specializes in the production and transformation of local fruits and vegetables, committed to improving nutritional health by offering organic products that are environmentally friendly. To grow, the company plans to invest in a solar-powered cold storage room to preserve its local potato production.
DATE OF CREATION 2020
Ilewa offers environmentally and health-conscious menstrual hygiene products and diapers. The company raises awareness about menstrual health and innovates in hygiene products. To expand, it aims to deepen its understanding of the field and conduct more awareness campaigns targeted at women.
DATE OF CREATION 2017
SENS Bénin specializes in supporting entrepreneurs and local economic development. The cooperative is committed to supporting social and solidarity initiatives in the agri-business sector. To grow, it aims to support more entrepreneurs and improve its national positioning.
Agriculture & Agribusiness
100 K€ à 300 K€ venture capital propolina.net
Agriculture & Agribusiness
50 K€ à 100 K€ startup phase Assiba Fée Productions Agro-alimentaire
Environment / Circular Economy < 50 K€ Subventions Ilewa_écologie
DATE OF CREATION 2017
CLO Design is a brand dedicated to enhancing traditional fabrics and African leather. Specializing in transforming the traditional Burkinabe fabric into modern designs and creating luxury African leather goods from local leather, the company is committed to product sustainability. To grow, it seeks geographical expansion and improvement of product quality and durability.
Agriculture & Agribusiness < 50 K€ Subventions solidarites-entreprises.org
50 K€ à 100 K€
Cultural industries & creatives
Subventions JADI BY CLAUS
BELLIL AMIRA
BOKOVO CARINE
DANIELLE
CLAUDETTE
Assiba Fée
Bénin
ADANLAWO
Burkina Faso
FUNDRAISING OBJECTIVE
FKC SARL offers agri-food products made from local fruits, vegetables, and cereals. The company is committed to creating income-generating activities and involving local farmers in the ginger production chain. To expand, it seeks to widen its distribution into new regions and collaborate with more local stakeholders. FKC
Congo (Rép. démocratique)
DATE OF CREATION 2020
50 K€ à 100 K€
Debt
Agriculture & Agribusiness
FKC sarl
DATE OF CREATION 2019
MICRODEV is a savings and credit cooperative providing financial and non-financial services to women entrepreneurs. It is committed to the financial autonomy of micro-entrepreneurs. To grow, MICRODEV plans to develop digital services to diversify its offerings with electronic payment solutions.
Women in Tech Kivu
DATE OF CREATION 2012
Women in Tech Kivu provides support services to female entrepreneurs to facilitate their access to financing. To grow, the association aims to develop new partnerships and integrate sustainability issues.
Debt 150K €
Subvention 200K €
1M€ à 3M€ Subventions
Finance / Microcrédit
microdev.be
Employment / Vocational Training
Women in Tech Kivu
Milele Lab transforms agricultural waste into poultry feed. The company works to strengthen the livelihoods of rural communities, valorize resources, and fight against waste. To expand, it plans to increase production capacity in Goma and open new units in North Kivu. Milele Lab
DATE OF CREATION 2019
Agriculture & Agribusiness
100 K€ à 300 K€ Subventions milelelab.com
UJENZI SERVICES is an organization specializing in architectural design and the use of eco-friendly materials such as adobe bricks. It follows a circular economy model while addressing local needs. To grow, the association plans to modernize production by moving to an industrial unit for eco-friendly adobe brick manufacturing. Ujenzi Services
DATE OF CREATION 2018
Environment / Circular Economy
50 K€ à 100 K€ Subventions Lysette Mbumba
DATE OF CREATION 2017
ADN Consulting provides accessible legal services through a platform enabling entrepreneurs, SMEs, and startups to obtain affordable legal advice. To develop, the company aims for geographic expansion, enriching its service offerings, and strengthening its position in the digital market.
Digital / Tech
100 K€ à 300 K€ venture capital contratchap.com
Côte d'Ivoire
MYRIAM
MICRODEV
Agriculture & Agribusiness < 10K€ Subventions irene mumo Kenya
FUNDRAISING OBJECTIVE
Trueways
DATE OF CREATION 2008
Trueways is an organic and Global Gap certified agrifood company specializing in dairy production, beekeeping, and crops. It adopts sustainable and regenerative agricultural practices, contributing to food security. To develop, it plans to increase sales through innovative technologies, invest in a training web platform, and expand its team.
RASOLOARIMANGA LALANIRINA
Société de Tri, Compactage et Valorisation (STCV)
DATE OF CREATION 2021
STCV (Sorting, Composting, and Valorization Company) specializes in managing and valorizing recyclable waste. It is committed to reducing urban pollution and enhancing urban quality of life. With over 800 tons of waste processed annually, the company plans to quadruple this capacity by acquiring new industrial machines.
DATE OF CREATION 2020
Mi-Arina specializes in transforming biodegradable waste and plant debris into eco-friendly charcoal, promoting clean and sustainable cooking for Malagasy households. To grow, the company plans to develop awareness campaigns through social media, educational initiatives, and clean cooking programs.
MADAREST
DATE OF CREATION 2019
Madarest specializes in collective catering, catering services, event planning, and accommodation solutions. The organic waste produced by Madarest is transformed and used by a local farm. The farm’s produce, from both agriculture and livestock, is then supplied to Madarest to provide healthy and sustainable food. The company seeks to establish strong partnerships with like-minded actors.
Moli Company
DATE OF CREATION 2020
Moli is committed to sustainable coffee production, valuing local agricultural areas, providing decent working conditions, and creating economic value while preserving environmental resources. To grow, the company aims to increase production capacity by acquiring new machines and installing a coffee cherry collection and processing center.
100 K€ à 300 K€ Subventions
Environment / Circular Economy stcv.pro
100 K€ à 300 K€ Startup phase
Energy Mi-Arina
DATE OF CREATION 2017
IDYR offers corporate gifts and sustainable weaving workshops, highlighting upcycling and traditional Moroccan Boucherouite weaving from recycled new fabrics collected from garment companies. To grow, the company aims to position itself in the market, establish new local partnerships, and maintain its circular economy model.
300 K€ à 1M K€ Subventions
50 K€ à 100 K€ Subventions
Environment / Circular Economy mada-rest.com
Agriculture & Agribusiness molicompany.mg
100 K€ à 300 K€ venture capital idyrdesign.com
Environment / Circular Economy
Maroc
RANDRIAMANANA
Association Féminine Elkhir
DATE OF CREATION 1998
The Elkhir association works to promote women's rights by providing legal and psychological support, fostering professional integration, and fighting against violence. To grow, it plans to develop a cooperative around textile professions to strengthen the capabilities of its members, improve their quality of life, and market quality fabrics.
Bridge EnterpriseMerchant
DATE OF CREATION 2020
Bridge Merchant has developed a platform and an application that train young people as agro-food agents to assist in integrating small-scale farmers in rural areas. The platform also offers storage solutions, logistics, and a marketplace for real-time sales. To expand, the company plans to move into West Africa and other regions.
Eco Heroes
DATE OF CREATION 2021
Eco Heroes is a social enterprise focused on waste recycling, encouraging individuals to valorize waste and reduce improper waste management practices. It contributes to changing the perception of waste management by creating a circular economy that empowers local communities. To expand, it plans to launch "Eco Heroes 2" to broaden its impact and strengthen operations.
SolarMoney Africa
DATE OF CREATION 2020
SolarMoney is an innovative platform combining artificial intelligence, flexible financing, and clean solar energy to combat energy poverty. It offers a chatbot (in English and African languages) that helps with decision-making, provides technical clarifications, and ensures troubleshooting. To grow, the company plans to offer new financing solutions and integrate into new markets.
Salianta Agrofoods
DATE OF CREATION 2018
SALIANTA AGROFOODS adds value to local products by offering healthy dried fruits and vegetables and producing eco-friendly charcoal from recycled waste. The company provides economic opportunities for women and local farmers, addressing gender inequalities. To grow, it aims to increase production capacity by acquiring a tunnel dryer and expanding its workforce.
DATE OF CREATION 2016
VisionFund Senegal aims to facilitate access to proximity financial and non-financial services, offering individuals the opportunity to start or expand income-generating activities. To grow, the company plans to cover the entire national territory and rely on new technologies.
FUNDRAISING OBJECTIVE
50 K€ à 100 K€ Subventions elkhir.ma
Employment / Vocational Training
Agriculture & Agribusiness
300 K€ à 1M€ venture capital bridgemerchant.com
Environment / Circular Economy
100 K€ à 300 K€ Subventions eco_heroes_
Energy
100 K€ à 300 K€ Subventions solarmoney.io
Agriculture & Agribusiness < 50 K€ venture capital salianta.com
1M € à 3M € Subventions
Finance / Microcrédit
visionfund-senegal.org
SOUAD
OLALEYE
FUNDRAISING OBJECTIVE
DOWIT
Dowit is an impact-driven company that promotes Tunisia's intangible heritage by organizing immersive experiences, such as craft workshops, culinary sessions, guided tours, and treasure hunts. To grow, its strategy focuses on several areas aimed at enhancing its impact, diversifying activities, and expanding geographically.
AFRICAN BUSINESS LEADERS (ABL)
ABL aims to promote the economic inclusion and recognition of migrant rights in Tunisia by supporting their skill development and providing opportunities for economic and professional integration. To grow, the association seeks more collaboration with entrepreneurship actors across the African continent.
ARSELA is a deeptech startup operating in the no-code development platforms market. The company is committed to democratizing access to easy-to-use development tools while integrating sustainable practices into its processes. Its expansion strategy aims to enter new markets and consolidate a strong partner network.
< 50 K€
Cultural industries & creatives
Subventions Dowit
100 K€ à 300 K€ Subventions
Employment / Vocational Training
African Business Leaders
1M€ à 3M€ venture capital arsela.co
Digital / Tech
YNES
Tunisie
THE SPEAKERS AND THE EXPERTS
BOHO
MEGANNE
CEO
LA LIGUE
IVOIRIENNE DES DROITS DES FEMMES
Meganne Lorraine Ceday Boho is a feminist activist with over 10 years of experience in community engagement and the promotion of women's rights. She is the president of the Ivorian League for Women's Rights. She specializes in Communication and Media and is a facilitator in non-sexist communication.
Meganne has worked for two United Nations agencies: UNFPA, where she held the position of Junior Digital Consultant, and UN Women West Africa, where she was a national consultant on a joint project related to the situation of human rights defenders in post-COVID Ivory Coast. For her dedication to human rights, she won the Diana Award in 2019.
She was a laureate of Women Deliver and Women in Africa in 2020 and 2021, respectively. Meganne Boho is also a YALI Mandela Washington Fellowship scholar, participating in June 2022 at Indiana University. In December 2022, she received the Franco-German Human Rights Award from Catherine Colonna, the French Minister for Foreign Affairs, and Marton Köver, Charge d'Affaires at the German Embassy in Ivory Coast
BOKOGA OLIVIER
COMOÉ CAPITAL PRINCIPAL
Olivier Bokoga joined Comoé Capital in 2024 as Principal, where he is responsible for deal origination, investment portfolio management, exit management and advisory services. Prior to joining Comoé, Olivier was an expert trainer at I&P Conseil for 4 years. In particular, he worked on the support component of the I&P Accélération au Sahel (IPAS) programme, financed by the European Union's Emergency Aid Fund for Africa. Olivier worked for more than 7 years in the Bolloré Group as Management Controller and then Financial Controller, before joining ESP as Senior Consultant and Investment Fund Lead. Olivier holds a Master's degree in Management and Business Administration from Sup'Elite, as well as a Master's degree in Finance from EMLyon Business School.
BA GLORIA SCALECHANGER ASSISTANT
With a background in European project management and then in sustainable management and corporate social responsibility (CSR), Gloria is ScaleChanger's right-hand
She began her career as head of partnerships and international exchanges in public and private organizations, including several higher education establishments in France (Université Paris Sorbonne IV, ESCP Europe) and abroad, before turning to sustainable development.
She then joined Total's Sustainable Development unit for the Africa-Middle East zone, before spending 4 years in charge of the LeAD Campus - Leaders for the Africa of Tomorrow training program, on behalf of Sciences Po Paris and then AFD. This executive training program supports African professionals and entrepreneurs in developing their leadership, business and impact for sustainable, inclusive growth on the continent. Involved in social economy organisations, Gloria joined ScaleChanger where she manages the organisation's strategic and cross-functional projects, such as communication, impact assessment, knowledge management, etc., while also managing activities related to individual or collective support missions, particularly in Africa (project and impact evaluation, mentoring, educational engineering and design, workshop facilitation, etc.).
SEEMANN MELISSA
EDUCATIONAL PROJECT MANAGER
EMPOWH'ER
After a degree in international relations and project management, Mélissa first worked in the French non-profit sector, focusing on innovative projects aimed at strengthening the social inclusion of people with disabilities. She then joined Empow'Her in Côte d'Ivoire to build and implement an incubation program for West African feminist organizations looking to develop income-generating activities for their structures. Now a project manager, Mélissa works with both public and private African entrepreneurial ecosystems to support them in better integrating gender issues into their approaches and programs
HOYAUX ISABELLE
SCALECHANGER FOUNDER
is an expert in the replication and scaling-up of social innovations.
She began her professional career as a strategy consultant at L.E.K.; she then moved to the SSE sector at Unis-Cité, where she was first responsible for private partnerships and then administrative and financial director. At Unis-Cité, which grew by a factor of 10 during this period, she was involved in developing the structure's development strategy and organisational structure.
She then took an innovative healthcare access solution from India to Africa, with the NGO Right To Sight. Isabelle helped organisations in Africa to adapt and implement this approach. She then went on to manage CIDR, the International Centre for Development and Research, which implements innovative initiatives in Africa. Today, she is the founder of ScaleChanger, which supports the replication and scaling-up of innovations and social enterprises. She helps organisations and project leaders to think strategically about their development: identifying the key success factors for projects, thinking about the strategy to adopt, defining governance between the founding project and local projects, and defining and/or developing the business model and financial strategies.
ROUXEL JULIE I&P CONSEIL CONSULTANT
Julie Rouxel is a consultant within the I&P Conseil branch of the Investisseurs & Partenaires group. After completing a Master’s in International Development at the School of International Affairs at Sciences Po, she specialized in private sector development and employment access. She collaborated with Groupe SOS on Social and Solidarity Economy topics and with IECD on entrepreneurship-related issues before joining I&P Conseil in 2022.
Within I&P Conseil, she undertakes a wide range of assignments, from coordinating acceleration programs (SIBC, Afrique Créative, Wangari) to conducting research on SME fund investment. She recently co-authored the report ""How can African SME funds mobilise more capital? Data and lessons from pioneering LPs and GPs"", which provides an overview of SME fund investment and fundraising on the continent (January 2025). She is currently working on the impact trajectories of blended finance funds. She also contributes to I&P’s advocacy efforts by facilitating a peer group of LPs investing in SME funds.
REY LIONEL FANAKA CONSULTANT
Lionel has thirteen years of experience in the development, implementation, and evaluation of MSME support and financing programs across Africa, with a particular focus on innovation, agriculture, and climate-related projects. He also has a solid track record in building investable pipeline of scalable innovative startups, SME and greenfield projects for, respectively, VC and financial institutions. His expertise spans coaching, operational optimization, growth strategy, and innovative financing mechanisms, especially within the context of sustainable and digital entrepreneurship.
Lionel has extensive experience in building capacity for both Entrepreneurship Support Organisations (ESO) and designing and implementing investment readiness programs that prepare companies for successful fundraising, which give him in-depth knowledge of the entrepreneurial ecosystem, industry trends and innovative technologies in Africa. As an ex-PwC Strategy Consultant, Lionel has worked on high-impact projects in areas such as digital transformation, operational efficiency and organizational design. He has served as the Manager of the African Angel Academy, where he has been instrumental in guiding investors towards providing seed capital including to climate-related early-stage companies.
KOUASSI
EDITH
FOUNDER
ECO-PLAST
Edith KOUASSI holds a Master's degree in Environmental Waste Management, a Certificate of Competence in CSR from BLUMEI in France, and is an entrepreneur in the renewable energy sector (collection and recycling of tires and plastic waste). She is certified by the UNESCO Chair in International Solidarity and Sustainable Development Project Management, as well as in entrepreneurship by CGECI, DLAB at the University of California, ENTRAFRICA-ESP Foundation, DELOITTE CI, METIS ACADEMY, and KPMG. Edith KOUASSI has received several awards and distinctions. She is also actively involved in civil society, particularly on topics such as 'sustainable development', smart cities, renewable energy, and certain programs from the African Development Bank (AfDB). She is defined by her boldness and sense of responsibility.
OYIDERAN RUKAYATOU
Her observation is that women entrepreneurs are still reluctant to embrace digital technologies, which deprives them of powerful and new tools. Rukayatou SAKA received the Excellence Award for the Best Digital Initiative of the Year 2021, an award presented by the President of the Republic of Côte d'Ivoire.
AMIRA GLOBAL
TECHNOLOGIES FOUNDER
Rukayatou Saka is an Ivorian, mother
She is passionate about digital technologies and holds a Master's degree in Data Engineering. She founded AMIRA GLOBAL TECHNOLOGIES, a company specializing in digital transformation, with a mission to help businesses adapt to digital technologies. In her ongoing quest to help SMEs achieve growth, she created the fintech company PAIEMENT PRO, which enables businesses to develop a digital business with limited financial resources, accepting online payments via mobile money in 10 countries (Ivory Coast, Burkina Faso, Mali, Niger, Senegal, Cameroon, Guinea-Bissau, Benin, Togo, Chad) as well as Visa & Mastercard payments.
Rukayatou strongly believes in self-employment through entrepreneurship and thinks that digital technologies can be a solution to lift Africa out of poverty. She is the initiator of PERFORMER, an incubator-accelerator that she leads with great commitment to train and support female entrepreneurs.
THE INVESTORS
8 APRIL 2025
THE PARTNER COMPANIES
The mission of the Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs (MEAE) is to represent, defend, and promote the interests of France and French nationals in all areas, both in foreign countries and within international organizations.
diplomatie.gouv.fr
The Campus Groupe AFD is the training center dedicated to building shared knowledge, sharing experiences, and acquiring the skills necessary to implement positive transitions in the Global South. Their approach: As a laboratory for pedagogical innovation, it designs, tests, and deploys, in partnership, innovative learning formats tailored to strengthen the knowledge, skills, and attitudes of those who support the change towards a sustainable world.
campus.groupe-afd.fr
The French Development Agency (AFD) is a public financial institution tasked with implementing France's policy on development and international solidarity. Through its financing (debt and grants), research work, training, and awareness-raising actions, it supports social, economic, ecological, digital, and civic transitions. The AFD operates through financing for the public sector and NGOs (in the form of debt or grants), research, sustainable development training, and awareness-raising actions.
It works with numerous partners (bilateral, multilateral, foundations, NGOs, public banks, etc.).
In terms of financing, the group offers a range of products adapted to African entrepreneurs: from microcredit to private equity. PROPARCO also intervenes through direct loans or investments in specialized funds, and AFD provides credit lines to local financial institutions. Partners such as Digital Africa, I&P, and others also contribute to financing for startups.
In terms of training and mentoring, AFD offers programs to strengthen the skills of businesses (management, marketing, finance), such as the Social and Inclusive Business Camp. It also supports incubators and accelerators through programs like Afric’Innov to enhance their capacity to support digital and inclusive entrepreneurship.
AFD also facilitates market access by supporting businesses' participation in trade fairs and through tools like the PRCC, which helps integrate them into regional and global value chains.
Finally, it supports the strengthening of public policies to support entrepreneurship by engaging in dialogue with governments to improve the regulatory framework, simplify business creation, and enhance the protection of rights.
afd.fr
GULF OF GUINEA REGIONAL DIRECTORATE OF THE AFD
Based in Abidjan, the Gulf of Guinea regional office of the AFD Group covers Benin, Côte d'Ivoire, Ghana, Guinea, Liberia, Nigeria, Sierra Leone, and Togo. Its mission is to implement the Group's strategy in the Gulf of Guinea, in collaboration with AFD teams, Proparco (a subsidiary dedicated to the sector), and Expertise France for technical cooperation
afd.fr/fr/directionregionale/golfe-guinee
SPONSOR
A subsidiary of the AFD Group dedicated to the private sector, Proparco has been working for 45 years to promote sustainable development in economic, social, and environmental terms.
Proparco participates in the financing and support of businesses and financial institutions in
Africa, Asia, Latin America, and the Middle East, Proparco focuses its efforts on key development sectors: infrastructure, with an emphasis on renewable energy, agro-industry, financial institutions, healthcare, education, and more
Its interventions aim to strengthen the contribution of private actors towards achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), adopted by the international community in 2015.
To this end, Proparco finances companies whose activities contribute to the creation of decent jobs and income, the provision of essential goods and services, as well as the fight against climate change
proparco.fr
Founded in 2022 and based in Abidjan, Mstudio is the first mobile startup studio dedicated to Francophone West Africa. Its primary mission is to transform the informal sector by launching innovative tech startups, with a particular focus on women and young people.
mstudio.vc
Orange Digital Center is a digital support center for everyone, bringing together in one location a range of free programs open to all. These programs include training, support,
CAMPUS
start-up acceleration, and investment in these start-ups. This program is also extended to regional areas through Orange Digital Center Clubs.
The ODC includes 03 key programs for individuals with various levels of digital skills, enabling them to develop their abilities and work on real-world social impact projects (young graduates or non-graduates, entrepreneurs, professional retraining, students).
TECHNICAL PARTNER
Founded in 2008 in Beirut, SN Silverplate Services quickly became a leading event communication agency. Now established in Côte d'Ivoire, the agency offers its expertise and experience to design strategic events that enhance the impact of your brand and generate tangible added value.
With over 11 years of experience, we offer a full range of services to meet the needs of our clients, whether it be large-scale events or more specific projects:
With over 11 years of experience, we offer a full range of services to meet the needs of our clients, whether it be large-scale events or more specific projects:
Organization of various events: product launches, seminars, team-building activities, conferences, etc., to strengthen your relationships with clients and partners.
Management and coordination of service providers: We oversee all logistics to ensure flawless execution, on time, and according to strict standards.
MOOC In Touch is an innovative platform dedicated to online learning and networking among learners, experts, and professionals from various sectors. It supports participants throughout their learning journey by offering interactive online courses, accessible educational resources, and spaces for peer exchange and engagement with experts.
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EDUCATIONAL PARTNER
PULSE est une association créée en 2006 dont la mission est de soutenir l’entrepreneuriat à impact et de le rendre accessible au plus grand nombre. PULSE développe des actions de sensibilisation, de renforcement d’acteurs locaux, des programmes d’accompagnement et de financement à destination de porteuses et porteurs de projets à impact en France et à l’international.
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SN Silverplate Services is committed to supporting its clients in the success of their projects by offering tailored solutions and ensuring impeccable management at every stage of the process.
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Gouttes Rouges is a feminist civil society organization that fights against menstrual poverty and menstrual illiteracy. We carry out educational, awareness-raising, and advocacy activities with the aim of achieving a dignified menstrual management system for all menstruating individuals.
PROCESS OF PREVENTION AND MANAGEMENT OF VIOLENCE
OUR COMMITMENT TO YOUR PEACE OF MIND
In accordance with Article 16 of the AFD Ethical Charter, the SIBC team is committed to expressing respect for individuals, in all their diversity and differences, within their institutional and socio-cultural contexts. This respect also involves considering the historical and cultural heritage of each person, and embracing tolerance towards everyone's practices.
The pedagogical team of the SIBC believes that every learner has the right to learn in an environment free from mistreatment or neglect, regardless of their gender, sexuality, race, age, health, marital status, physical and mental ability, serological status, origin, religion, social class, or body image. The SIBC consortium reserves the right to exclude any person who demonstrates problematic or oppressive behavior, at any stage of the training, without refunding any training fees.
The SIBC pedagogical team is committed to creating and maintaining a safe and positive environment, fostering a culture of openness and compassionate listening, where learners feel empowered to share their concerns and frustrations.
If you experience any violence or witness violence, you can contact a member of the teaching team or directly reach out to Auriane SANCHEZ, the violence prevention officer, who will ensure a compassionate and strictly confidential listening environment.
WHO TO CONTACT IN THE SIBC TEAM?
AURIANE SANCHEZ
DISPONIBLE 5/7J DE 09H À 18H
Mail : sibc.programme@gmail.com
To note :
This process is strictly confidential and subject to your agreement at each of the steps outlined below. It is internal to the program and does not replace any legal proceedings you may decide to initiate separately.
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