SONGO supports early-stage SMEs and builds entrepreneurial ecosystems across Malawi through tailored venture support, capital access, and strategic networking.
Explore Our ProgramsSMEs Targeted by Y2
Capital Access Goal
About Songo
SONGO activates entrepreneurial ecosystems in Malawi by providing consistent platforms for dialogue, mentorship, deal-making, and alignment. We foster a more interconnected, resilient, and opportunity-rich landscape for SMEs.
Tailored venture-building assistance for early and growth stage enterprises across sectors.
Building coordinated, collaborative innovation communities that drive shared growth.
Connecting entrepreneurs, investors, and ecosystem enablers through curated forums.
Facilitating direct connections between local businesses and funders through various pathways.
SONGO aims to become the leading ecosystem builder in Malawi, supporting 500+ SMEs annually, fostering cross-sector innovation, and building a pipeline of investable enterprises ready for commercial or blended capital.
Insights. Networks. Capital.
The heartbeat of Malawi and Zambia's entrepreneurial ecosystems. Quarterly forums that drive connection, conversation, and collective action for entrepreneurs, funders, and ecosystem leaders
Rotating topics including Access to Capital, Gender & Entrepreneurship, Climate & Agri-Innovation.
Brief 2-minute pitches from the most promising ventures in our ecosystem.
Informal introduction opportunities with rotating capital providers and debt funders.
Structured networking via curated matchmaking tables and thematic conversations.
Local support hubs presenting their offerings to entrepreneurs and ecosystem enablers.
Regular events in Malawi (Blantyre & Lilongwe) and Zambia (Lusaka).
Our Impact
We track clear milestones to ensure our support translates into real-world impact for SMEs, families, and communities across Malawi and Zambia.
SMEs supported
Capital distributed
People directly benefited
SMEs supported
Capital distributed
People reached
SMEs supported
Capital distributed
People reached
Businesses that complete our programs show significantly improved survival and growth metrics.
Each successful venture creates employment opportunities in their local communities.
Strengthening cross-sector collaboration and coordination across Malawi and Zambia.
Direct connections between local businesses and funders through our networking platforms.