-The winner will secure a USD 50,000 equity investment, accelerating their business’ growth. MEST Africa has announced the extension of applications for the MEST Africa Challenge to ensure broader participation from across the continent. Early-stage technology startups operational in Ghana, Nigeria, Senegal, Kenya, and South Africa are invited to participate…

-Unlock your startup potential and win $50,000 in equity MEST Africa, in partnership with Absa Bank Ghana LTD, is delighted to announce the opening of applications for this year’s MEST Africa Challenge Startup Pitch Competition. Early-stage technology startups operational in Ghana, Nigeria, Senegal, Kenya, and South Africa are invited to…

Over the past ten years, Ghana’s real estate industry has undergone a revolutionary transformation, reshaping the way properties are bought, sold, and rented. With the real estate sector growing at an annual rate of 7.5%, it’s a thrilling time to be part of this evolving market. Amidst this flourishing landscape…

A Quickfire Chat with Jesse Johnson (MEST ‘15) Jesse Johnson is a senior software engineer with a wealth of experience in the tech industry. He graduated from the MEST Class of 2015 where he co-founded church management app, Asoriba. He is passionate about building great software products that make users happy. From co-founding Asoriba to making significant contributions…

According to findings by BCG in 2022, Africa’s retail industry is undergoing a transformative shift driven by the continent’s growing digital ecosystem and a rising generation of young, educated, and digitally engaged vendors. These visionary entrepreneurs are embracing digital solutions, such as online marketplaces and digital payment systems, to…

Accra, 22 June 2023 — After an intensive six-month accelerator program focused on business and product development, 20 of Ghana’s most innovative entrepreneurs graduated today from the UNICEF StartUp Lab. Led by UNICEF in Ghana and supported by KOICA under the “KOICA-UNICEF Accelerating Entrepreneurship and Innovation in Ghana” project, the…

We’re absolutely thrilled to announce that Agro Innova Limited, a MEST Portfolio Company, has attracted a strategic investment from AV Ventures LLC, a for-profit subsidiary of ACDI VOCA. This new collaboration is set to propel Agro Innova’s ambitious mission to digitalize the agriculture sector across Africa, starting with West Africa. …

MEST Africa, a pan-African training program, incubator, and seed fund for African entrepreneurs, has announced the appointment of Eric Nsarkoh as a Portfolio Advisor, focused on technology product development. Eric brings a wealth of experience and expertise in Africa’s technology space to the role and will help to strengthen and…

Artificial intelligence, blockchain, and omnichannel platforms are three cutting-edge technologies that are transforming the way businesses around the world operate. While these technologies are still relatively new, trailblazers are already changing the game with their innovative use of these technologies to transform how businesses in Africa can be more efficient…