Empowering 5000 African Green Innovators by 2025
As Africa grapples with developmental challenges and climate change, new ways for solving both lie in expanding and advancing the growth of the green economy. On this premise, Climate Action Africa and IDEA Africa have cocreated the Pan-African Green Economy (PAGE) Program. Aimed at supporting 5,000 innovators and entrepreneurs by 2035, PAGE seeks to catalyse transformative economic growth and environmental sustainability through robust innovation and entrepreneurship.
The program will empower and connect green entrepreneurs across Africa, scaling their operations to create a network of businesses that contribute to ecological preservation and drive economic prosperity, ultimately generating half a million jobs across the continent.
MENTORSHIP
FUNDING
SUPPORT
PAGE Program Tracks
PAGE-Accelerator
Goal: Empower green startups in the growth stage to access funding, improve operations and access new markets
Offerings:
* Expert mentorship from global leaders in the green sector.
* Access to exclusive investment opportunities.
* Networking events with industry pioneers and potential customers.
* Custom business support for market expansion and operational excellence
Step 1PAGE-Academy
Goal: Inspire and educate the next generation of green entrepreneurs.
Offerings:
* State-of-the-art curriculum focusing on sustainable business and innovation.
* Partnerships with top universities and educational platforms.
* Hands-on workshops led by experts in sustainability and business.
* Competitions to stimulate creativity and practical solution development.
Step 2PAGE-Hackathons
Goal: Solve local environmental challenges through collaborative innovation.
Offerings:
* Community-focused hackathons on critical issues
* Support from leading tech hubs and labs.
* Prizes and follow-up support for the implementation of winning solutions.
PAGE-Women
Goal: Boost the participation and success of women in the green economy.
Offerings:
* Tailored training and mentorship programs.
* Access to women-centric funding opportunities.
* Networking with successful female entrepreneurs and investors.
* Advocacy for gender-equitable policies in the green sector.
Step 4Impact Goals
Our targeted outcomes by 2035 include:
Economic: Support the creation, growth and expansion of 5000 green businesses and the creation of +500,000 jobs, stimulating economic growth and stability.
Social: Establishment of a diverse and inclusive green business community.
-Environmental: Widespread adoption of sustainable practices, significantly reducing environmental footprints.
Are you ready to be part of Africa’s green revolution?
Whether you’re an aspiring entrepreneur, a potential investor, or a partner institution, there’s a place for you in the PAGE Program. Together, we can shape a sustainable future for Africa and the world.