Driving Circular
Innovation In Africa
The AfriCircular Innovators Programme empowers African entrepreneurs to build sustainable, circular businesses.
Africa's Path to Circularity
About The Toolkit
This toolkit provides practical insights, tools, and methodologies to support the growth of circular ventures across Africa. Drawing from the experience of the AfriCircular Innovators Programme, it brings together lessons learned, real-world examples, and curated resources aimed at strengthening the circular entrepreneurship ecosystem on the continent.
This toolkit is designed for:
For Circular Ventures
Entrepreneurs and startups looking to embed circular economy principles, or to strengthen existing circular practices within their business models and operations.
For Entrepreneur Support Organizations (ESOs)
Incubators and accelerators seeking to integrate a circular economy lens into their programs and services.
Resources are organized to help you:
Learn from the AfriCircular Innovators Programme and explore how similar initiatives can be designed and replicated.
Build knowledge of circular economy trends, key frameworks, businesses and relevant sectors.
Access tools and resources to support the circular transition for your venture or the ventures you support.
Circularity in Action
Africircular Innovators Program
The AfriCircular Innovators Programme is funded by the African Development Bank's Africa Circular Economy Facility (ACEF) and implemented in collaboration with the African Circular Economy Alliance (ACEA).
Our mission is to support Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) and young entrepreneurs in sectors like agriculture, energy, and waste management, helping them build circular business models that contribute to sustainable development across the continent.
Why Circularity Matters
For Entrepreneurship
The circular economy represents a paradigm shift for Africa's development, offering sustainable solutions to environmental challenges while creating economic opportunities.
Economic Growth
The circular economy could generate $4.5 trillion in economic benefits globally by 2030.
Job Creation
Circular businesses create 5x more jobs than traditional linear business models.
Environmental Impact
Reduce waste, conserve resources, and minimize pollution across value chains.
Tools and Resources
Everything You Need to Go Circular
Access comprehensive resources designed to help entrepreneurs and support organizations build successful circular businesses.
Tools & Resources for ESOs
Explore practical tools, frameworks, and insights to help design and deliver effective circularity-focused support programs.
Tools & Resources for Entrepreneurs
Access a range of tools, frameworks, and resources to help you design and implement circular business models.
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