The International Finance Corporation (IFC) Upstream programme in Ethiopia provides advisory services and catalytic financing to support SMEs and startups in creating investable pipelines, particularly in agribusiness, fintech, and manufacturing. Support includes both direct investment facilitation and co-financing through local financial institutions. The programme operates on a rolling basis aligned with IFC's Ethiopia country strategy.
Eligibility details are available on paid plans.
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