SAIS Livestock Investment Readiness Programme 2027 (up To €15,000)

November 6, 2026

SAIS Livestock Investment Readiness Programme 2027 (up to €15,000)

Brief Description

The SAIS Livestock Investment Readiness Programme 2027 offers ambitious African entrepreneurs a powerful pathway to scale their ventures and attract vital funding. Organised by SAIS, this one-year initiative supports innovative, technology-driven start-ups working across dairy, aquaculture, and livestock value chains. Whether you are refining your animal nutrition solutions, scaling feed innovations, or strengthening animal health systems, this programme provides the tailored backing you need. If you run a registered, for-profit venture ready to expand its market reach and connect with investors, you should look closely at what this opportunity entails. You can secure up to €15,000 in technical assistance alongside invaluable investor networks and fully sponsored conference trips.

Name of Host Institution

SAIS

Requirements/Eligibility Criteria

Must be a for-profit entity registered in Africa
Management team consisting of at least two people
Venture stage ranging from pre-seed through Series A
Possess at least an MVP, with recurring revenue, paying customers, and established partnerships preferred
Focus on strengthening value chains in dairy (with emphasis on Kenya and Ethiopia) and aquaculture (with emphasis on Nigeria and Senegal)
Utilize technology to scale operations

Programme Benefits and Financial Support

As a selected participant, you step into a comprehensive one-year support structure designed to accelerate your growth. You gain access to a €15,000 technical assistance budget for expert consultancies, legal advice, online marketing, certifications, and product optimisation. Furthermore, you receive fully sponsored trips to two in-person community events held back-to-back with the Sankalp Africa Summit in Nairobi every February, plus an additional sector conference. The experience also opens doors to invite-only pitch sessions, bespoke introductions to a community of over 100+ portfolio companies, and expert guidance on fundraising strategy and due diligence. Beyond the initial technical budget, eligible start-ups can tap into a SAIS Scale-up Grant of up to €40,000 and revolving working capital loans of up to €50,000 featuring a 9-month maturity at a 1.5% interest rate.

Deadline

November 15, 2026

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Q: Can start-ups outside of East and West Africa apply for this programme?

Yes, ventures based in other African countries are encouraged to apply if they can prove their solutions offer relevant learnings for dairy and aquaculture value chains.

Q: What financing options are available for scaling operations?