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Agrifood Systems
Incubator & Accelerator
Event
HASTEN Business Incubation Programme
Deadline passedApply before Jun 27, 2025
Hybrid (In-person Compulsory)
About
The HASTEN Business Incubation Programme invites youth-led enterprises from Lesotho, Rwanda, and Sierra Leone to apply for a transformative opportunity that focuses on sustainable agrifood systems, offering a comprehensive 5-day workshop, expert guidance, and networking opportunities to empower the next generation of agripreneurs committed to creating resilient and inclusive food systems.
Benefits
- Participation in a 5-day in-person incubation workshop
- Tailored guidance for sustainable business plans and financial strategies
- Access to international and national coaches
- Ecosystem event for pitching and networking with stakeholders
- Three enterprises per country receive tailored follow-up support for scaling operations
Eligibility Criteria
- Legally registered SMEs/startups in Lesotho, Rwanda, or Sierra Leone
- Operational for 1–3 years
- Led by entrepreneurs aged 18 to 35
- Clear contribution to sustainable agrifood systems transformation
- Compliance with FAO integrity standards
- Focus on resilience boosting, safe and nutritious food, and inclusive business models
Target Region
Lesotho
Rwanda
Sierra Leone
Industries
Agrifood Systems