The Operating System for
African Innovation
We build, scale, and sustain the ecosystems that drive Africa's digital economy. From talent to capital, we bridge the gaps that matter.
Get in TouchOur Northstar
10,000+
Jobs Enabled
By 2030
1,500+
Startups
To Be Supported
$500M+
Capital
Targeted Mobilization
500,000+
Youth & Professionals
Expected Reach
NXTShift is a high-impact innovation enablement platform.
Helping African founders, youth, and innovation ecosystems access the resources they need to grow.
Learn moreMission
To accelerate opportunity by connecting capital, nurturing talent, strengthening ecosystems, and convening high-impact initiatives.
Vision
A world where African talent, businesses and communities access the resources and partnerships needed to compete globally.
Who we are
Accelerating opportunity through innovation.
We design and implement scalable programs that accelerate entrepreneurship, strengthen communities, develop talent, and catalyze investment. Our mission is to accelerate opportunity by strengthening ecosystems, nurturing talent, connecting capital, and delivering measurable social and economic outcomes.
What We Do
Four Strategic Pillars of Impact
Capital Access
Mobilize and channel funding to high-potential ventures.
Offerings
- Investor matchmaking and demo days
Talent Acceleration
Build job-ready talent for the digital economy.
Offerings
- NxtShift Talent Fellowship (12-week cohorts)
Ecosystem Development
Strengthen institutions, policies, and collaborative systems that support startups.
Offerings
- Ecosystem mapping and diagnostics
Event & Community Development
Activate communities that sustain innovation and scale impact.
Offerings
- Events aggregation & calendar (continental)
Osun Tech Festival 2026
NXTShift led strategic design, partnership mobilization, and event execution, positioning it as a leading state-level innovation festival.
Strategic Ecosystem Design
Comprehensive ecosystem strategy and program design to drive innovation, mobilizing 20+ global and local partners to support the ecosystem.
Massive Scale & Impact
Hosting 7,000+ participants across 50+ high-impact sessions, supporting 100+ startups with investment readiness and mentorship.
Designed for Impact.
Built for Scale.
Jobs Enabled
10,000+
Through talent placement & startup acceleration, we're building the workforce of tomorrow.
Startups to be supported
1,500+
With investment readiness, mentorship, and ecosystem support.
Capital Mobilized
$500M+
Targeted for high-potential ventures across Africa.
Professionals Impacted
500,000+
Through events, training & programs
Why Partner With Us
We partner with governments, corporates, and investors to deliver sustainable innovation growth.
Program Design
We design scalable, measurable innovation programs that deliver real-world impact.
Capital Access
We unlock blended finance and de-risked capital pathways for sustainable growth.
Talent Pipelines
We connect talent with real employment and income opportunities across the continent.
Investment Readiness
We help startups become investment-ready and secure funding from global investors.
Ecosystem Building
We strengthen ecosystems through policy, partnerships, and capacity building.
Global Impact
We amplify social and economic outcomes aligned with SDGs 4, 8, 9, 10 & 17.
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