The Swiss Re Foundation/Bridge for Billions Changemakers Africa Incubation Programme 2025 for Early-Stage Entrepreneurs in Health and Climate

Applications are now open for the 2025 Swiss Re Foundation Changemakers Africa  Incubation Programme. The Swiss Re Foundation, in partnership with Bridge for Billions, invites you to join Changemakers Africa — a 5-month hands-on incubation program designed to help you refine your business model, receive expert mentorship, and connect with a global network of changemakers.

WORTH

  • Dynamic Community: Build friendships and a professional network of entrepreneurs, mentors and Swiss Re experts. Here, you’ll learn, share, and grow together.
  • Receive personalized mentorship from a team of Swiss Re professionals that will offer feedback and guidance during the programme.
  • Refine your pitching skills and prepare for our end-of-programme Demo Day. Present in front of your teammates and Swiss Re experts to win one of our 3 prizes: 1st place = $15.000; 2nd place = $10.000; 3rd place = $5.000
  • Connect and collaborate with like-minded social entrepreneurs’, as well as our global network of professionals. We promise these valuable connections will extend beyond the programme, serving as support for your growth. ​

ELIGIBILITY

  • You have a socially innovative business in health or climate in its early stages (eg. launched within the last 2 years, or Minimum Viable Product).
  • You are seeking a program to incubate and validate your business plan. You want guidance on developing your business model, marketing, fundraising, or impact measurement.
  • You’re based in an African country and can dedicate to working in a program fully in English.
  • You’re passionate about making a positive impact and are open to dedicating 6–8 hours per week for 5 months.
  • You have a reliable internet connection and access to a computer/laptop that you can use regularly.

DEADLINE: May 28, 2025

To apply and for more information, visit here

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