Entrepreneurs who run startups in the Blue Economy have been invited to pitch at the BlueInvest Africa 2024 in Kenya in July 2024. The deadline for applications is 26 January 2024.
BlueInvest Africa 2024, initiated by the European Commission in 2022, facilitates meetings between African entrepreneurs in the Blue Economy seeking financing and international investors scouting for opportunities.
The concept of the blue economy encompasses all maritime activities and sectors, encompassing both traditional and emerging fields, whether they are situated in marine environments or on land, including rivers, lakes, and deltas.
Drawing inspiration from the past edition of BlueInvest Africa in the Seychelles, the project presentations will be attended by various investor categories, as well as diverse collective entities like business platforms, incubators, and business angels.
The call for projects targets companies established in Africa, officially registered, and already active in one or more sectors of the blue economy. BlueInvest Africa 2024 is also targeting African SMEs whose innovative ideas require support to flourish in African markets.
Projects submitted to the BlueInvest Africa selection committee must be under development. They should fall within a blue economy sector and be set for deployment in one or more African countries. Additionally, they must incorporate sustainability objectives, covering production, implementation, and the life cycle of the project.
The event organizers will cover the travel and accommodation expenses of this representative, who will also benefit from coaching to ensure the quality, effectiveness, and appeal of their presentation. The best presentation will be honored with an award at the closing ceremony of the event.
Applications must be submitted online before 26 January 2024 here vc4a.com/blue-invest-africa-2024.