Pakistani company Innovate47, a leading accelerator empowering entrepreneurs across various sectors, has announced the expansion of its flagship Climate Action Accelerator programme to include founders from across Africa, including South Africa, Malawi, Kenya, Ghana, and Nigeria.
Innovate47 is an international entrepreneur support organisation (ESO) dedicated to fostering innovation and empowering entrepreneurs. Its flagship Climate Action Accelerator connects founders tackling climate and sustainability challenges with the resources, networks, and expertise needed to transform ideas into impactful, scalable solutions.
This accelerator, which serves as a hub for ambitious founders working to create scalable, impactful solutions that contribute to a sustainable future, has now expanded operations into Africa.
“Expanding Innovate47 into Africa represents an exciting step forward in building a truly collaborative, global ecosystem of changemakers,” said Umair Sheikh, founder of Innovate47. “The entrepreneurial talent across Africa is extraordinary, and by connecting these innovators with the right resources, networks, and mentorship, we aim to accelerate the development of groundbreaking solutions to the climate crisis. Innovate47 is committed to breaking barriers, fostering cross-border collaboration, and creating a platform where impactful ideas thrive and scale.”
The Climate Action Accelerator’s second cohort features a diverse mix of early-stage and growth-stage startups. Over three months, participants benefit from a dynamic programme that includes interactive workshops, tailored one-on-one mentorship, and access to global mentors, investors, and industry experts.
