Accra · Pre-Seed–Seed · 42 people tracked
Investment thesis
The Meltwater Foundation, established in 2008 as the non-profit arm of Meltwater, drives job creation and economic growth in Africa through software entrepreneurship. Its flagship program MEST provides full-time, in-person intensive tech-entrepreneurship training to emerging talent from more than 22 African countries, combining hands-on tech and business education with mentorship and early-stage funding. The Foundation backs startups solving real problems across sectors such as fintech, healthtech, education, and logistics. Through MESTx, a suite of collaborative programs delivered with global partners, it expands digital-skills training and startup acceleration across the continent. Since inception it has trained 2,000+ entrepreneurs and invested in 90+ startups.
Source: firm website, verified Aug 3, 2026.
Team · 42 people
from the firm's website
Frequently asked questions
- What stage does Meltwater Entrepreneurial School of Technology (MEST) invest at?
- Meltwater Entrepreneurial School of Technology (MEST) invests at the Pre-Seed, Seed stages.
- What sectors does Meltwater Entrepreneurial School of Technology (MEST) focus on?
- Meltwater Entrepreneurial School of Technology (MEST) focuses on AI & Machine Learning, EdTech, Fintech, Healthtech, Logistics & Supply Chain, Sector Agnostic.
- Where is Meltwater Entrepreneurial School of Technology (MEST) located?
- Meltwater Entrepreneurial School of Technology (MEST) is headquartered in Accra, GH.
- Does Meltwater Entrepreneurial School of Technology (MEST) lead rounds?
- Meltwater Entrepreneurial School of Technology (MEST) typically participates in rounds rather than leading them.
Media · Podcasts & interviews
from their channelEDTECH MONDAYS - Building TVET Systems for Economic Transformation in Ghana
MEST Africa
EDTECH MONDAYS - Africa's Time, Africa's Terms: Learning for Sovereignty, Strength and Solidarity
MEST Africa
MEST AI Startup Program Expert Spotlight - David Hutchful
MEST Africa
EDTECH MONDAYS - Screen Addiction: Are Tech Devices Teaching or Trapping Learners?
MEST Africa
Applications for the 2027 MEST AI Startup Program are now open.
MEST Africa
"Give Girls an Early Start in STEM" - Prof. Elsie Effah Kaufmann
MEST Africa
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