BAV Helps Founders Succeed

From aspiring founders to early-stage teams, BAV provides the guidance, mentorship, and resources to build confidently, scale effectively, and create lasting impact.

A Global Network for Founders

A connected ecosystem empowering founders with access to networks, opportunities, and growth across Africa and beyond.

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Program:

BAV Founder Launch Pad

Learn the fundamentals of building a startup and prepare to enter the BAV Labs accelerator at Build Africa Ventures.

Accelerator:

BAV Labs

Build and scale your startup with mentorship, venture frameworks, and investor access, culminating in Demo Day at Build Africa Ventures.

Program:

MBA Execution Room

Gain focused, actionable business insights from top entrepreneurs through an exclusive annual session at Build Africa Ventures.

Startups:

Portfolio

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Mentors

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News

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