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Empowering African Entrepreneurs to Build, Scale, and Transform Communities

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Programs

Next Step Bootcamp: 10-Week Intensive for Early-Stage Startups

Funding

Seed Funding, Angel Investors & Venture Capital Access

Programs

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Workspace

Cohort 1 Applications Open Q4 2026

Impact Stories

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Success Story

80% of Incubated Businesses Survive 5+ Years in Sub-Saharan Africa

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Diaspora Mentorship — By the Numbers

14

Countries represented

6mo

Cohort duration + 90-day follow-up

1:2

Mentor-to-founder ratio

5

Sectors: agri, tech, fashion, energy, finance

Feature

Diaspora Mentors Bridge African Markets and Global Standards

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Milestone

Cohort 1 Applications Open Q4 2026: 10-Week Next Step Bootcamp

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Research

How Structured Support Programs Transform African Business Survival Rates

Manufacturing

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Manufacturing

Model Clothing Venture: Ethical Fashion & Local Employment

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Manufacturing

Prototyping to Production: Hands-On Manufacturing Support

Resources

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Education

The Next Step Book Series: Our Curriculum Foundation

Facilities

Off-Grid Solar Power for Uninterrupted Operations

Impact

Measuring Impact: Jobs Created, Revenue Growth, Community Change

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Faith & Community

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Community

Kingdom Entrepreneurs: Equipping Believers to Influence Industries for Christ

Biblical principles of honesty, stewardship, and servant leadership integrated into every program and curriculum module. Strengthening church missions by aligning business goals with Kingdom values.

Mentorship

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Team

One-on-One Mentorship with Seasoned Industry Professionals

Paired guidance from successful entrepreneurs covering manufacturing, finance, and tech sectors. Diaspora mentors bridge African markets with global standards and best practices.

Team

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Founder

Founder — Rob

Zimbabwe

Program Coordinator — Stan

USA

Empowering African Entrepreneurs to Build, Scale, and Transform Communities

Next Step Bootcamp: 10-Week Intensive for Early-Stage Startups

Seed Funding, Angel Investors & Venture Capital Access

Programs

Studio Space · Planned Starlink & Solar Upgrades Coming Q2 2026

Global Connections, Investor Showcases & Demo Days

Business Education Grounded in the Next Step Series

Cohort 1 Applications Open Q4 2026

Impact Stories

80% of Incubated Businesses Survive 5+ Years in Sub-Saharan Africa

Subscribe to our newsletter for daily updates.

Diaspora Mentors Bridge African Markets and Global Standards

Cohort 1 Applications Open Q4 2026: 10-Week Next Step Bootcamp

How Structured Support Programs Transform African Business Survival Rates

Manufacturing

Model Clothing Venture: Ethical Fashion & Local Employment

Prototyping to Production: Hands-On Manufacturing Support

Resources

The Next Step Book Series: Our Curriculum Foundation

Off-Grid Solar Power for Uninterrupted Operations

Measuring Impact: Jobs Created, Revenue Growth, Community Change

Apply to Mazano

Faith & Community

Kingdom Entrepreneurs: Equipping Believers to Influence Industries for Christ

Mentorship

One-on-One Mentorship with Seasoned Industry Professionals

Team

Founder — Rob

Program Coordinator — Stan

Fundraising Coordinator — Shingie