Injini EdTech Ventures

Injini EdTech Ventures is Africa's first specialized EdTech accelerator and think tank, established in 2017 and based in Cape Town, South Africa. The organization is committed to enhancing educational outcomes across the continent by supporting innovative startups that address the region's unique educational challenges. Injini operates as a non-profit company, focusing on fostering growth in the EdTech sector through various programs and initiatives.

The organization's primary strategy involves selecting cohorts of promising EdTech startups from across Africa to participate in a comprehensive incubation program. This program offers funding, mentorship, and access to a network of industry experts and business mentors, aiming to equip these startups with the necessary resources to scale their impact. Injini's focus spans multiple sectors, including education technology, business services, consumer services, e-commerce, financial services, fintech, and technology, with a particular emphasis on early-stage companies.

Injini's track record includes the successful acceleration of numerous startups that have made significant contributions to improving education in Africa. The organization also collaborates with partners like the Mastercard Foundation to offer fellowships and additional support to growth-stage, impact-driven EdTech companies. Through these efforts, Injini continues to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of education on the continent, driving innovation, and fostering sustainable development in the EdTech ecosystem.