Entrepreneurship Program

Mesirat
Entrepreneurship Program

The Mesirat Entrepreneurship Program is dedicated to identifying and nurturing 100 multi-sided Gig Professional Marketplaces (GPMs) in Ethiopia, providing them with comprehensive support.

Our goal is to empower these GPMs to create employment opportunities for up to 1,000,000 individuals across Ethiopia. Participants will gain access to a wide range of resources tailored to facilitate their business’s growth, including cutting-edge technology, marketing support, and access to our partner network.

Additionally, the program offers access to seasoned business, legal, and financial advisors, qualified financing, dedicated mentorship, and upskilling content creation and market research—all designed to help businesses thrive in today's competitive market. Join us and unlock essential support areas for your business!
Cohort 7 Applications are open! Apply Here!

Trusted By

Who is eligible?

Businesses with registered license in Ethiopia

Tested idea with proof of concept

Scalable business model that offers gig work opportunities

Professional gigs with multi-sided marketplace matching model

Disruptive or with unique value proposition

Business that has been working for at least 6 months

Special preference to those matching gig job opportunities for individuals with refugees, disabilities, internally displaced individuals, returnees and young women.

What are the supports included?

Technology

Access to  a white labeled system for collecting applications/register, customizable vetting,  onboarding users, and matching users.

Marketing

Assistance with developing and executing marketing campaigns that reach potential customers and target groups.

Partner network

Access to a network of businesses and organizations that can help entrepreneurs grow their businesses.

Access to Advisors

Unlock the expertise of our business, legal, and finance advisors, along with templates for all your business’s needs.

Qualified financing

Businesses and gig workers can get qualified financing through this program.

Mentorship

Guidance from experienced entrepreneurs who can help entrepreneurs avoid common pitfalls and make better decisions.

Upskilling

Upskilling content creation for Gig Professional Marketplaces(GPMs) and their gig workers.

Market Research

Tailored market research for Gig Professional Marketplaces, crafted to fit your sector and needs, to enhance strategic decision-making.
If you have any questions please email us at mesirat@gebeya.com

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