The Swiss Re Foundation, in partnership with Bridge for Billions, invites you to join Changemakers Africa — a 5-month hands-on incubation program designed to help you refine your business model, receive expert mentorship, and connect with a global network of changemakers.
Take your venture to the next level and contribute to making the world more resilient. Apply now to be part of the change!
Eligibility
Changemakers Africa is designed for early-stage entrepreneurs in Africa, tackling challenges in healthcare and climate resilience.
You have a socially innovative business in health or climate in its early stages (e.g. launched within the last 2 years, or Minimum Viable Product).
You are seeking a program to incubate and validate your business plan. You want guidance on developing your business model, marketing, fundraising, or impact measurement.
You’re based in an African country and can dedicate to working in a program fully in English.
You’re passionate about making a positive impact and are open to dedicating 6–8 hours per week for 5 months.
You have a reliable internet connection and access to a computer/laptop that you can use regularly.
Benefits
Dynamic Community: Build friendships and a professional network of entrepreneurs, mentors and Swiss Re experts. Here, you’ll learn, share, and grow together.
Mentorship: Receive personalized mentorship from a team of Swiss Re professionals that will offer feedback and guidance during the program. Their expertise will be great to validate ideas, structure processes and keep your progress accountable.
Seed Funding: Refine your pitching skills and prepare for the end-of-program Demo Day. Present in front of your teammates and Swiss Re experts to win one of the 3 prizes:
1st place – $15,000;
2nd place – $10,000;
3rd place – $5,000
Expand Your Network: Connect and collaborate with like-minded social entrepreneurs’, as well as their global network of professionals. They promise these valuable connections will extend beyond the program, serving as support for your growth.
