Jasiri Talent Investor Cohort 9 2027 – Fully Funded Food Systems Entrepreneurship Programme
About this opportunity
A 13-month entrepreneurship programme offering founder-friendly funding, mentorship, infrastructure, and guidance to support African talent in creating ventures, with a focus on food systems.
The Jasiri Talent Investor Cohort 9 2027 is a fully funded, 13-month entrepreneurship programme focused on supporting African food systems entrepreneurs at the early stages of their ventures. It offers founder-friendly funding, mentorship, infrastructure support, and practical guidance from idea development to market validation and venture creation. This initiative is designed for exceptional African talent who are in the early stages of building a business, even if no formal venture exists yet.
What it offers
- Fully funded participation with venture-building support tailored to food systems entrepreneurs.
- Mentorship and guidance from experts in problem identification, team formation, market validation, and venture creation.
- Founder-friendly funding to help scale and sustain early-stage ventures.
- Infrastructure and practical tools to assist in developing and launching a business.
Who can apply
The programme is open to exceptional African talent who are in the early stages of developing a food systems-related business venture, regardless of whether a formal business entity exists yet. Applicants must be based in Africa.
What you'll do
Participants will engage in structured activities including:
- Problem-solving and idea refinement with expert mentors.
- Team formation and collaboration to build a strong foundation.
- Market validation to assess demand and feasibility.
- Venture creation through hands-on support in developing a business model.
How to apply
The application process involves submitting a detailed proposal outlining:
- The food systems-related business idea.
- Potential market fit and validation plans.
- Team structure and expertise.
- Funding requirements and use of funds.
Details on the application submission and deadlines will be provided by Jasiri Talent Investor Programme.
Good to know
- This is a 13-month programme designed for early-stage entrepreneurs.
- The programme is fully funded, covering all necessary costs.
- Focus is on food systems entrepreneurship in Africa.
- No prior formal business experience is required, but a strong entrepreneurial vision is essential.
Key details
What you get
- Founder-friendly funding
- Venture-building support
- Mentorship and guidance
- Infrastructure and practical tools
How to apply
- Submit a detailed proposal outlining the food systems-related business idea, market fit, team structure, and funding requirements.
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