FAMReports Opportunity Desk | November 2025
Applications are now open for develoPPP Ventures, a programme offering catalytic funding for innovative startups in Africa. The initiative, led by DEG Impulse gGmbH and Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH with funds from the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ), provides young companies with financial and technical support to scale impactful business models that contribute to achieving the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
The current call for applications runs from November 15 to December 31, 2025 and targets startups operating or planning to operate in Kenya, Nigeria, Rwanda, South Africa, and Tanzania. Interested companies can submit applications via the official develoPPP Ventures platform. Local impact investment experts provide guidance and support throughout the selection process.
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Eligibility and Participation Requirements
To qualify for develoPPP Ventures, startups must:
Be registered in the target country or plan to register there before the investment is concluded
Operate an innovative business model with initial revenues (proof of concept)
Demonstrate high scalability and development relevance contributing to the SDGs
Be privately owned and profit-oriented with at least one annual financial statement and a viable business plan
Not have received more than €2 million in prior funding
The program provides non-dilutive capital of €100,000, with an additional potential top-up in a second phase for successful ventures. Participating companies must also secure matching funds from other investors equal to the develoPPP capital to ensure co-financing.
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Assessment Criteria
Applications are evaluated based on:
Innovation: The uniqueness and relevance of the business model in the target country
Scalability: Market potential and growth prospects
Financial Sustainability: Ability to reach break-even within three years
Management Capacity: Expertise, leadership, and human resources to scale operations
Developmental Impact: Measurable positive effects on target groups, contributions to SDGs, job creation, income generation, and resource efficiency
Women-led startups and those promoting gender equality are especially encouraged to apply.
Selection Process
Eligible startups first submit applications through the online portal. Shortlisted companies are invited to pitch before the DEG Impulse/GIZ selection committee, followed by due diligence including a detailed review of business plans, financial projections, and market validation.
Click HERE to Visit the Official Website and Submit your Applications
For inquiries:
Nigeria/South Africa/Côte d’Ivoire/Ghana: develoPPPVentures@giz.de
Kenya/Rwanda/Tanzania: develoPPPVentures@degimpulse.de
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