Cape Verde bets on the growth of the startup ecosystem with support from Djassi Africa
Djassi Africa, under the leadership of Fernando Cabral, is boosting Cape Verde's startup ecosystem through acceleration programs, innovative financing and mobilization of the diaspora, promoting local talent and contributing to the country's socio-economic growth.
Cape Verde is about to enter a new phase of innovation and digital growth, driven by the efforts of Djassi Africa and its Managing Partner, Fernando Cabral. The organization has played a key role in strengthening the country's startup ecosystem, offering strategic support, infrastructure and guidance to local entrepreneurs.
On September 26, during the 5th edition of the Cape Verde People Management Forum in Praia, Fernando Cabral will present Djassi Africa's strategy, highlighting the organization's commitment to unlocking entrepreneurial potential in Africa and the Afro-descendant diaspora. Djassi Africa believes that technology, entrepreneurship and innovation can be drivers of socio-economic transformation, empowering high-impact startups to generate sustainable value and create opportunities for the community.
Fernando Cabral stresses that Cape Verde and the other PALOP countries are living through a decisive moment for the development of their startup ecosystems. "Investing in robust acceleration models, in financing mechanisms adapted to the local reality and mobilizing the diaspora as a source of knowledge and strategic resources will be determining factors in consolidating the digital transformation of our Lusophone Africa," he says.
Cape Verde and the other PALOP countries are at a decisive moment in the development of their startup ecosystems.
One of the main challenges identified is attracting, developing and retaining qualified talent, which is essential for startups to scale. Cabral notes that Cape Verde's geographical and cultural position offers strategic advantages, with a young population and an active diaspora that can contribute knowledge and international partnerships. Djassi Africa aims to take advantage of these resources through acceleration programmes, innovative funding mechanisms and diaspora mobilization initiatives, creating pathways for startups to access global markets and international investors.
In addition to economic growth, Djassi Africa seeks to generate significant social impact. Fernando Cabral points out that technology and entrepreneurship can help solve challenges such as unemployment, access to health, education and financial inclusion. "We want to empower startups that have an impact at scale, transforming communities and creating opportunities for everyone," he says.
Cabral's presentation at the Cape Verde People Management Forum will be an opportunity to detail Djassi Africa's approach, highlighting the importance of strategic investments, talent development, diaspora engagement and collaboration between startups, government, universities and international partners. The aim is to position Cape Verde as a regional hub for digital innovation, where startups not only survive, but thrive, creating jobs and social impact.
The work of Djassi Africa, combined with the country's youthful energy and strategic natural resources, promises to cement Cape Verde as an example of how strategic support and innovation can unlock the full potential of African startups.
