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$100K - $10M+ (varies by instrument)
Ethiopian government investment framework combining Ethiopian Investment Holdings (EIH, sovereign wealth entity managing ~$2B in state assets), Ethiopian Investment Commission (EIC, investment promotion), and National Bank of Ethiopia (NBE, regulatory/monetary policy). New Startup Proclamation (Regulation 586/2026) introduces dedicated startup incentives.
Tax incentives for registered tech companies
Regulatory sandbox for fintech (NBE) and telecom (ECA) - up to 12 months
Startup Desk one-stop services at EIC
Co-financing for accredited incubators/accelerators (up to 30% of project expenses)
Public university research budget allocation (2% for startup collaborations)
Manufacturing credit programs
Export support
Performance-based investment incentives
Health Equity
Acting early to prevent chronic diseases by tackling the five major NCD behavioral risk factors, or supporting youth with rare diseases
Climate and Nature Action
Environmental initiatives with direct impact on youth health outcomes
Health Systems Resilience
Strengthening equitable health systems with youth-focused resources and approaches
Ethiopian-registered businesses in technology, manufacturing, agriculture, and renewable energy. New startup law (Regulation 586/2026) creates dedicated incentives for tech startups. Invest in Ethiopia 2026 Forum secured $13B+ in commitments.
EIC Startup Desk support, tax incentives, regulatory sandbox (12 months), manufacturing credit programs, export support, incubator/accelerator co-financing
Ethiopia-registration required. New framework (Regulation 586/2026) - processes and Startup Desk still being operationalized. EIH financial statement delays noted by IMF. Currency and capital controls via NBE.
Ethiopia's startup ecosystem is rapidly evolving. Regulation 586/2026 creates real incentives: regulatory sandboxes, university research budgets for startups, incubator co-financing. The $13B Invest in Ethiopia 2026 Forum shows strong government commitment. Register early at Startup Desk for certification. Capital market infrastructure also developing (CSD launched by NBE).
2023
Active Since
Yes
Deploying
Ethiopian Airlines (EIH portfolio), Ethio Telecom (EIH portfolio), $13B+ at Invest in Ethiopia 2026 Forum