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About
Led by a consortium comprised of Business France and ANIMA, the REA-BRIDGE Africa project aims to contribute to the strengthening and development of the African entrepreneurial and innovation ecosystem, while also fostering closer ties with the French ecosystem.
The project’s significance lies in establishing a harmonious community of entrepreneurial actors, forming a network of networks known as “African Entrepreneur Networks,” ranging in size from 3 to 250 entrepreneurs and spanning various sectors such as agriculture, audiovisual, and cultural industries.
These networks, initiated by entrepreneurs, NGOs, or actors within the African entrepreneurial ecosystem, operate on a peer-to-peer logic, enabling members to assist each other, engage in training and mentorship activities, share contacts, navigate support mechanisms aligned with their stage of progress, and exchange their experiences and business opportunities. Around fifteen networks have been established using this approach, through the implementation of 3-year REA FSPIs in 2020 and 2021.
Prior consultations with the African Entrepreneur Networks have revealed their requirements for connecting with the continent’s ecosystem, engaging with the diaspora, collaborating with their French counterparts, and acquiring tools and knowledge to ensure the sustainability of their efforts.
Consequently, the project equips these networks with the essential tools to energize and mobilize their members, including training and best practice exchanges through a twinning program, business meetings, participation in major events, and a mentoring program facilitated by the diaspora.
The REA theme is initiated and funded by the Fund for Solidarity in Innovative Projects, Civil Societies, Francophonie, and Human Development (FSPI) under the Directorate-General for Globalization, Culture, Education, and International Development of the Ministry of Europe and Foreign Affairs.
Countries covers by the project
South Africa
Burkina Faso
Burundi
Kenya
Gambia
Ghana
Madagascar
Namibia
Niger
Nigeria
Uganda
Rwanda
Central African Republic
Senegal
South Sudan
Project partners
The REA-BRIDGE Africa project is initiated by the Presidential Council for Africa, funded by the Ministry of Europe and Foreign Affairs, and implemented by Business France and ANIMA.
Project objectives
The project aims not only to foster connections among the 16 REAs but also to support the member start-ups within the networks.
FACILITATE
the “network of networks” and establish connections between REAs.
STRUCTURE
the REAs and ensure their sustained impact.
STRENGTHEN
ties with French stakeholders and the diaspora.
Stay informed
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CONFERENCE & B2B – ANIMA took part in Ambition Africa as part of the REA-BRIDGE Africa project
Under the high patronage of President Emmanuel Macron and with crucial support from the Ministry of the Economy, Finance, Industrial and Digital...
CONFERENCE & B2B – ANIMA took part in Creation Africa as part of the REA-BRIDGE Africa project
October 7th and 8th, 2023 marked the debut of Création Africa, the very first Forum for Cultural and Creative Industries (CCI). This event,...
6 October 2023 - 8 October 2023
CONFERENCE & B2B – Forum Création Africa - Paris, France
The eagerly anticipated gathering of creative and innovative minds is set to enchant the Parisian cultural scene with the Creation Africa Forum,...
Project Team
The success of our project hinges upon our collective commitment and the varied expertise of our team. Meet the passionate professionals employing their skills to contribute to the project.
Sarah HASSNAOUI
Project Manager
Emmanuel NOUTARY
Delegate General
Clémentine BRISSON-LESAGE
Finance Admin. and Finance
Lauriane AMMOUCHE
Communication Manager
Manon SPINA
Communication Officer
Mame DIALLO
Web Project Manager
REA-BRIDGE Africa has consistently provided us with opportunities to grow our businesses across all the needs we have, without any financial constraints and with an exceptional team. We aim to meet its expectations and become an African unicorn.
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