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Learn How African Founders Can Make Their Ventures Fundable
Join HAE Africa for a focused founder session hosted by Zoe Sun, and featuring Kidist Tesfaye, an African entrepreneur building an impact-driven venture at the intersection of women’s health, technology and data.
In this session, Kidist will share how African founders can turn powerful impact ideas into investable ventures – from framing the problem and solution for serious capital, to demonstrating traction, connecting mission and business model, and avoiding common fundraising mistakes.
Attendees can expect practical, founder-level insights on:
Translating impact into a clear, investor-ready story
What serious investors look for in African impact ventures
How to build a credible “fundable narrative” that balances impact and returns.
FREE!
Calendar invites + a zoom link will be provided post registration.
About Kidist Tesfaye
Kidist is the Founder and CEO of YeneHealth, an Ethiopian femtech startup leveraging technology to expand access to reproductive and sexual healthcare for women across East Africa. She brings over a decade of experience spanning healthcare, education, and social enterprise. Kidist holds degrees from the University of Minnesota and Harvard University, and she is a co-founder and co-chair of Harvard Alumni Entrepreneurs in Africa, where she supports entrepreneurship and innovation across the continent.
About Zoe Sun
Zoe is a Co-Founder and Investment Partner at Ciconia Investment Partners, focusing on private equity, family office investments, and emerging markets. She earned her MBA from Harvard Business School, where she was a Global Opportunity Fellow and held leadership roles within the Greater China Club. Prior to HBS, Zoe worked in private equity in Hong Kong. She is also the founder of VitaRi Energy, a venture expanding access to renewable energy in West Africa, reflecting her commitment to climate-aligned and impact-driven investing.
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