This is a FUNDING OPPORTUNITY FOR IMPACT ENTREPRENEURS in selected countries. Please read the requirements to know if you are qualified.
Are you running a post-revenue venture driving jobs, sustainability, or climate-smart solutions? The SECO Startup Fund (SSF), backed by SECO Economic Cooperation and Development and managed byiGravityy & Seedstars, has been renewed and is ready to deploy 5M Swiss francs in flexible debt financing.
What you will gain
This is your chance to scale with:
- Tailored debt (300K–1M Swiss francs, not equity)
- Flexible repayment terms aligned with emerging market realities
- Focus on ventures with Swiss ties (ownership, investors, suppliers, partnerships)
Who’s eligible?
✅ Sector fit: Sector-agnostic, with themes around job creation, access to essential services, and climate-smart solutions
✅ Eligible countries in Africa: Burkina Faso, Benin, Burundi, Chad, DR Congo, Egypt, Ethiopia, Ghana, Kenya, Mali, Morocco, Mozambique, Niger, Rwanda, Somalia, South Africa, Tunisia, Tanzania, Zambia, Zimbabwe
✅ Impact: Proven track record of creating jobs, fostering sustainability, and addressing local challenges
✅ Financial readiness: Post-revenue with scalable models
What’s in it for you?
🔹 Senior secured loans
🔹 Ticket sizes: 300K-1M Swiss francs
🔹 Competitive interest rates (high single digits)
🔹 Flexible amortization & repayment terms (2-5 years depending on need)
🔹 Streamlined application process
📥 Apply now: seedsta.rs/ssf-form1
📖 Read more: seedsta.rs/SSFPR