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The report "Building the capacity of Weavers to foster Innovative Entrepreneurial Ecosystems" and its annexes provide an overview of the design and implementation process, as well as tools and training materials developed to identify and support Entrepreneurial Ecosystem Weavers in South Africa.  

The IYBA Toolbox presents tried and tested solutions to widen access to finance and business support for early-stage businesses across Africa.

The report aims to deepen our understanding of Togo's entrepreneurial ecosystem.

A new report by the Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Sagana, explores how European foundations invest in small and growing businesses in emerging markets and developing economies.

In Kenya, Enterprise Support Organizations (ESOs) and Business Membership Organizations (BMOs) play a crucial role in supporting and fostering the growth of youth- and women-led businesses. 

The report Kenya ESO and BMO Mapping 2024 provides a comprehensive understanding of the dynamic landscape of Entrepreneurial Support Organizations (ESOs) and Business Membership Organizations (BMOs) in the counties of Nakuru, Uasin Gishu, and Kisumu.

Entrepreneurial spirit thrives in Senegal, particularly among women, who represent 40% of entrepreneurs and are responsible for creating over 1.2 million direct and indirect jobs, accounting for about 20% of the country’s employment. 

The report Entrepreneurial Ecosystem Diagnostic Togo 2023 provides an initial ecosystem analysis of contextualised challenges, gaps and opportunities within the Togolese entrepreneurial ecosystem.   

The report Entrepreneurial Ecosystem Diagnostic South Africa 2023 provides an initial ecosystem analysis of contextualised challenges, gaps and opportunities within the South African entrepreneurial ecosystem.   

The report Entrepreneurial Spirit : Ecosystem Diagnostic Senegal 2023 provides an initial ecosystem analysis of contextualised challenges, gaps and opportunities within the Senegalese entrepreneurial ecosystem.   

The report Entrepreneurial Ecosystem Diagnostic Kenya 2023 provides an initial ecosystem analysis of contextualised challenges, gaps and opportunities within the Kenyan entrepreneurial ecosystem. 

The study delves into the challenges confronted by Women-Owned/Led early-stage businesses, in sub-Saharan Africa, in accessing funding and technical support tailored to their needs and business stages and characteristics. 
 

The report Entrepreneurial Ecosystem Diagnostic Benin 2023 provides an initial ecosystem analysis of contextualised challenges, gaps and opportunities within the Beninese entrepreneurial ecosystem.

The report The main challenges in reaching African early-stage businesses delves into main findings from the Pipeline Development working group created by the Team Europe Initiative (TEI) “Investing in Young Businesses in Africa” (IYBA).