• Kufanya International Connect empowers African startups with collaboration and networking opportunities.
• The initiative bridges gaps between MENA and Sub-Saharan startup ecosystems.
• It fosters tech and entrepreneurial innovation, creating a vibrant, unified African startup landscape.

Breaking Barriers, Building Bridges

Africa’s entrepreneurial landscape just got a serious boost. Kufanya International Connect, organized by Friedrich Naumann Foundation for Freedom (FNF), is redefining how African startups collaborate.

This initiative connects innovators across North Africa, Sub-Saharan regions, and beyond, aiming to unify fragmented ecosystems.

FNF, a global advocate for liberal democracy and economic freedom, champions entrepreneurship through training, mentorship, and cross-border networking. With Kufanya International Connect, they’re tackling the continent’s divide, fostering partnerships that transcend borders.

“This event illustrates our ambition to strengthen ties between North and West Africa, offering startups a framework for cooperation that stimulates innovation and encourages their expansion into new markets.”

Oyono Loic, Deputy Executive Director at Kufanya

From fintech disruptors in Tunisia to healthtech trailblazers in Kenya, startups across diverse sectors now share a common ground.

Why Kufanya Connect Matters

This initiative isn’t just about networking—it’s an economic and technological awakening. Africa boasts over 600 active tech hubs, but gaps in communication and collaboration have stifled growth.

By integrating ecosystems, Kufanya could unlock untapped market potential and attract global investors.

The move aligns with market trends favoring digital transformation. Statista projects Africa’s e-commerce revenue will hit USD 46 billion by 2025, driven by its youthful, tech-savvy population.

Programs like Kufanya contribute to the readiness of local entrepreneurs poised to seize this opportunity.

Additionally, African governments, from Tunisia to South Africa, have doubled down on tech-forward policies. The Startup Act in Tunisia and Nigeria’s focus on fintech innovation demonstrate an appetite for cross-regional partnerships.

Driving the Future Forward

Kufanya International Connect isn’t just planting seeds—it’s growing a forest. By uniting ecosystems, the initiative leverages technology to tackle social and economic challenges, from healthcare accessibility to financial inclusion.

Consider this: African tech unicorns are rising—Flutterwave, Jumia, and Chipper Cash are prime examples. With initiatives like Kufanya, the next wave of startups could emerge from a broader, more integrated Africa.

Startups collaborating across regions could redefine the continent’s narrative. Picture a Kenyan agritech firm partnering with Tunisian AI experts to combat food insecurity or an Egyptian fintech platform simplifying remittances for migrant workers.

That’s not just innovation; it’s transformation. Africa’s future is digital, connected, and borderless. Kufanya International Connect is leading the charge.