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Agriculture & Agro-Processingmedium risk
Test Solar Farm Opportunity
A test opportunity for solar energy with specific capital and ROI requirements
$50,000
24 months

Risk

High

ROI

45.0%

Pathway

Seed Round

ROI Horizon

TBD

Scalability

N/A

Pathway

N/A

Agriculture & Agro-Processinglow risk
Test Collaboration Opportunity
A test opportunity for collaboration requests
$50,000
24 months

Risk

High

ROI

45.0%

Pathway

Seed Round

ROI Horizon

TBD

Scalability

N/A

Pathway

N/A

Agriculture & Agro-Processingmedium risk
Test Solar Farm Opportunity
A test opportunity for solar energy with specific capital and ROI requirements
$50,000
24 months

Risk

High

ROI

45.0%

Pathway

Seed Round

ROI Horizon

TBD

Scalability

N/A

Pathway

N/A

Agriculture & Agro-Processinglow risk
Test Collaboration Opportunity
A test opportunity for collaboration requests
$50,000
24 months

Risk

High

ROI

45.0%

Pathway

Seed Round

ROI Horizon

TBD

Scalability

N/A

Pathway

N/A

Agriculture & Agro-Processingmedium risk
Test Solar Farm Opportunity
A test opportunity for solar energy with specific capital and ROI requirements
$50,000
24 months

Risk

High

ROI

45.0%

Pathway

Seed Round

ROI Horizon

TBD

Scalability

N/A

Pathway

N/A

Agriculture & Agro-Processingmedium risk
Test Solar Farm Opportunity
A test opportunity for solar energy with specific capital and ROI requirements
$50,000
24 months

Risk

High

ROI

45.0%

Pathway

Seed Round

ROI Horizon

TBD

Scalability

N/A

Pathway

N/A

Agriculture & Agro-Processinglow risk
Test Collaboration Opportunity
A test opportunity for collaboration requests
$50,000
24 months

Risk

High

ROI

45.0%

Pathway

Seed Round

ROI Horizon

TBD

Scalability

N/A

Pathway

N/A

ICT, Software & Digital Servicesmedium risk
E-Commerce Platform for Local Artisans
Build online marketplace connecting 1,000 Zimbabwean artisans with global buyers. Integrated payment, logistics, and marketing support.
$50,000
24 months

Risk

High

ROI

45.0%

Pathway

Seed Round

ROI Horizon

TBD

Scalability

N/A

Pathway

N/A

ICT, Software & Digital Servicesmedium risk
Agri-Tech Data Analytics Platform
Develop SaaS platform providing farmers with weather forecasts, soil analysis, crop recommendations, and market prices via mobile app.
$50,000
24 months

Risk

High

ROI

45.0%

Pathway

Seed Round

ROI Horizon

TBD

Scalability

N/A

Pathway

N/A

Transport, Logistics & Trade Facilitationmedium risk
Cold Chain Logistics Network
Establish refrigerated trucking and warehousing for perishable goods. Fleet of 20 refrigerated trucks, 3 cold storage facilities.
$50,000
24 months

Risk

High

ROI

45.0%

Pathway

Seed Round

ROI Horizon

TBD

Scalability

N/A

Pathway

N/A

Transport, Logistics & Trade Facilitationlow risk
Last-Mile Delivery Service
Launch motorcycle courier service for e-commerce and business deliveries in Harare and Bulawayo. Fleet of 100 motorcycles, mobile app.
$50,000
24 months

Risk

High

ROI

45.0%

Pathway

Seed Round

ROI Horizon

TBD

Scalability

N/A

Pathway

N/A

Water, Sanitation & Environmental Serviceslow risk
Water Purification & Bottling Plant
Build modern water purification and bottling facility producing 10,000 bottles daily. Serving retail, corporate, and institutional markets.
$50,000
24 months

Risk

High

ROI

45.0%

Pathway

Seed Round

ROI Horizon

TBD

Scalability

N/A

Pathway

N/A

Renewable Energy & Utilitiesmedium risk
Biogas Production from Agricultural Waste
Build biogas plant converting agricultural waste into electricity and organic fertilizer. Capacity: 2MW power, 50 tonnes fertilizer monthly.
$50,000
24 months

Risk

High

ROI

45.0%

Pathway

Seed Round

ROI Horizon

TBD

Scalability

N/A

Pathway

N/A

Renewable Energy & Utilitiesmedium risk
Solar Mini-Grids for Rural Electrification
Install 15 solar mini-grids providing electricity to 5,000 rural households and 200 businesses. 24/7 power with battery storage.
$50,000
24 months

Risk

High

ROI

45.0%

Pathway

Seed Round

ROI Horizon

TBD

Scalability

N/A

Pathway

N/A

Financial Services, FinTech & Business Serviceslow risk
SME Business Incubator
Create business incubator supporting 50 SMEs annually with office space, mentorship, accounting, legal services, and access to finance.
$50,000
24 months

Risk

High

ROI

45.0%

Pathway

Seed Round

ROI Horizon

TBD

Scalability

N/A

Pathway

N/A

Water, Sanitation & Environmental Servicesmedium risk
Waste Recycling & Management Facility
Establish recycling plant processing plastic, paper, metal, and glass waste. Capacity: 50 tonnes daily. Creating 80 jobs including waste collectors.
$50,000
24 months

Risk

High

ROI

45.0%

Pathway

Seed Round

ROI Horizon

TBD

Scalability

N/A

Pathway

N/A

Financial Services, FinTech & Business Servicesmedium risk
Mobile Money Platform for Rural Areas
Launch mobile money service targeting unbanked rural population. Agent network of 500 outlets, offering payments, savings, and microloans.
$50,000
24 months

Risk

High

ROI

45.0%

Pathway

Seed Round

ROI Horizon

TBD

Scalability

N/A

Pathway

N/A

Mining & Mineral Servicesmedium risk
Gold Processing Plant Upgrade
Modernize existing gold processing facility with environmentally-friendly cyanide-free extraction technology, increasing recovery rates from 65% to 92%.
$50,000
24 months

Risk

High

ROI

45.0%

Pathway

Seed Round

ROI Horizon

TBD

Scalability

N/A

Pathway

N/A

Tourism, Hospitality & Creative Economymedium risk
Eco-Lodge Development at Great Zimbabwe
Build 20-room luxury eco-lodge near Great Zimbabwe ruins. Solar-powered, employing 45 locals, showcasing Zimbabwean culture and cuisine.
$50,000
24 months

Risk

High

ROI

45.0%

Pathway

Seed Round

ROI Horizon

TBD

Scalability

N/A

Pathway

N/A

Tourism, Hospitality & Creative Economymedium risk
Adventure Tourism Hub - Victoria Falls
Establish adventure sports company offering zip-lining, white-water rafting, bungee jumping, and helicopter tours. Partnership with local communities.
$50,000
24 months

Risk

High

ROI

45.0%

Pathway

Seed Round

ROI Horizon

TBD

Scalability

N/A

Pathway

N/A

Healthcare & Life Scienceslow risk
Mobile Health Clinics for Rural Areas
Deploy 10 fully-equipped mobile clinics serving 50 rural communities. Telemedicine-enabled, staffed by nurses and visiting doctors.
$50,000
24 months

Risk

High

ROI

45.0%

Pathway

Seed Round

ROI Horizon

TBD

Scalability

N/A

Pathway

N/A

Healthcare & Life Sciencesmedium risk
Diagnostic Laboratory Network
Establish 5 modern diagnostic labs in secondary cities offering blood tests, imaging, and pathology services. Connected via cloud-based system.
$50,000
24 months

Risk

High

ROI

45.0%

Pathway

Seed Round

ROI Horizon

TBD

Scalability

N/A

Pathway

N/A

Education, Training & Skills Developmentlow risk
Coding Academy for Youth
Launch coding bootcamp training 500 youth annually in software development, data science, and digital skills. Job placement partnerships with tech companies.
$50,000
24 months

Risk

High

ROI

45.0%

Pathway

Seed Round

ROI Horizon

TBD

Scalability

N/A

Pathway

N/A

Education, Training & Skills Developmentlow risk
Agricultural Training Institute
Establish practical farming school offering 6-month courses in modern agriculture, agribusiness, and farm management. Residential facility for 100 students.
$50,000
24 months

Risk

High

ROI

45.0%

Pathway

Seed Round

ROI Horizon

TBD

Scalability

N/A

Pathway

N/A

Mining & Mineral Servicesmedium risk
Lithium Mining Equipment Leasing
Establish equipment leasing company providing modern mining machinery to lithium miners. Fleet of 20 excavators, trucks, and processing equipment.
$50,000
24 months

Risk

High

ROI

45.0%

Pathway

Seed Round

ROI Horizon

TBD

Scalability

N/A

Pathway

N/A

Manufacturing & Industrial Processinghigh risk
Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Plant
Build GMP-certified facility producing essential medicines for SADC region. Focus on antibiotics, antimalarials, and chronic disease medications.
$50,000
24 months

Risk

High

ROI

45.0%

Pathway

Seed Round

ROI Horizon

TBD

Scalability

N/A

Pathway

N/A

Agriculture & Agro-Processinglow risk
Organic Honey Production & Export
Establish 200-hive organic beekeeping operation producing premium honey for European export markets. Includes training for 50 local beekeepers.
$50,000
24 months

Risk

High

ROI

45.0%

Pathway

Seed Round

ROI Horizon

TBD

Scalability

N/A

Pathway

N/A

Agriculture & Agro-Processingmedium risk
Smart Irrigation System for Smallholder Farmers
Deploy IoT-enabled drip irrigation systems to 500 smallholder farms in Mashonaland East, increasing crop yields by 40% while reducing water usage by 60%.
$50,000
24 months

Risk

High

ROI

45.0%

Pathway

Seed Round

ROI Horizon

TBD

Scalability

N/A

Pathway

N/A

Financial Services, FinTech & Business Serviceslow riskHarare
Business Consulting & Advisory Firm
Establish a business consulting firm offering strategy, operations, and financial advisory services to growing Zimbabwean companies.
$50,000
24 months

Risk

High

ROI

45.0%

Pathway

Seed Round

ROI Horizon

1-2 years

Scalability

N/A

Pathway

N/A

Financial Services, FinTech & Business Serviceslow riskBulawayo
Accounting & Tax Services Practice
Start an accounting and tax services practice serving SMEs with bookkeeping, tax compliance, and financial reporting.
$50,000
24 months

Risk

High

ROI

45.0%

Pathway

Seed Round

ROI Horizon

1-2 years

Scalability

N/A

Pathway

N/A

Education, Training & Skills Developmentmedium riskBulawayo
Vocational Training Institute
Establish a vocational training institute offering practical skills training in trades like plumbing, electrical work, welding, and carpentry.
$50,000
24 months

Risk

High

ROI

45.0%

Pathway

Seed Round

ROI Horizon

3-4 years

Scalability

N/A

Pathway

N/A

Education, Training & Skills Developmentmedium riskHarare
E-Learning Platform for African Students
Build an e-learning platform offering online courses, tutoring, and educational content for Zimbabwean and African students.
$50,000
24 months

Risk

High

ROI

45.0%

Pathway

Seed Round

ROI Horizon

2-3 years

Scalability

N/A

Pathway

N/A

Education, Training & Skills Developmentlow riskHarare
Professional Development & Training Center
Create a training center offering professional certifications, executive education, and corporate training programs.
$50,000
24 months

Risk

High

ROI

45.0%

Pathway

Seed Round

ROI Horizon

2-3 years

Scalability

N/A

Pathway

N/A

Transport, Logistics & Trade Facilitationlow riskHarare
Last-Mile Delivery Service
Launch a last-mile delivery service for e-commerce and courier packages in Zimbabwe's major cities.
$50,000
24 months

Risk

High

ROI

45.0%

Pathway

Seed Round

ROI Horizon

1-2 years

Scalability

N/A

Pathway

N/A

ICT, Software & Digital Serviceslow riskHarare
Cybersecurity Services Provider
Offer comprehensive cybersecurity services including penetration testing, security audits, and managed security services to businesses.
$50,000
24 months

Risk

High

ROI

45.0%

Pathway

Seed Round

ROI Horizon

1-2 years

Scalability

N/A

Pathway

N/A

Financial Services, FinTech & Business Servicesmedium riskHarare
Microfinance Institution for SMEs
Launch a microfinance institution providing small loans, savings products, and financial literacy training to small businesses and entrepreneurs.
$50,000
24 months

Risk

High

ROI

45.0%

Pathway

Seed Round

ROI Horizon

3-5 years

Scalability

N/A

Pathway

N/A

Water, Sanitation & Environmental Serviceslow riskMidlands
Water Treatment & Purification Systems
Supply and install water treatment and purification systems for households, schools, and clinics in areas with unsafe water sources.
$50,000
24 months

Risk

High

ROI

45.0%

Pathway

Seed Round

ROI Horizon

1-2 years

Scalability

N/A

Pathway

N/A

Water, Sanitation & Environmental Servicesmedium riskHarare
Waste Recycling & Management Plant
Establish a waste recycling facility processing plastic, paper, and metal waste into reusable materials, supporting Zimbabwe's circular economy.
$50,000
24 months

Risk

High

ROI

45.0%

Pathway

Seed Round

ROI Horizon

3-4 years

Scalability

N/A

Pathway

N/A

Water, Sanitation & Environmental Serviceslow riskMatabeleland South
Borehole Drilling & Water Supply
Provide borehole drilling services and water supply solutions for communities, farms, and businesses facing water scarcity.
$50,000
24 months

Risk

High

ROI

45.0%

Pathway

Seed Round

ROI Horizon

1-2 years

Scalability

N/A

Pathway

N/A

Tourism, Hospitality & Creative Economylow riskHarare
Arts & Crafts Export Business
Establish an arts and crafts business exporting Zimbabwean stone sculptures, textiles, and handmade products to international markets.
$50,000
24 months

Risk

High

ROI

45.0%

Pathway

Seed Round

ROI Horizon

1-2 years

Scalability

N/A

Pathway

N/A

Tourism, Hospitality & Creative Economymedium riskHarare
Restaurant Chain & Catering Services
Launch a restaurant chain and catering business serving quality meals to urban professionals and corporate events.
$50,000
24 months

Risk

High

ROI

45.0%

Pathway

Seed Round

ROI Horizon

2-3 years

Scalability

N/A

Pathway

N/A

Tourism, Hospitality & Creative Economymedium riskMasvingo
Cultural Tourism & Heritage Center
Create a cultural tourism center showcasing Zimbabwe's rich heritage, traditional crafts, and historical sites.
$50,000
24 months

Risk

High

ROI

45.0%

Pathway

Seed Round

ROI Horizon

3-4 years

Scalability

N/A

Pathway

N/A

Tourism, Hospitality & Creative Economyhigh riskMatabeleland North
Boutique Safari Lodge
Develop a boutique safari lodge near Victoria Falls or Hwange National Park, offering luxury wildlife experiences to international tourists.
$50,000
24 months

Risk

High

ROI

45.0%

Pathway

Seed Round

ROI Horizon

5-7 years

Scalability

N/A

Pathway

N/A

Transport, Logistics & Trade Facilitationmedium riskHarare
Cold Storage & Warehousing Facility
Build a modern cold storage and warehousing facility for agricultural produce, pharmaceuticals, and perishable goods.
$50,000
24 months

Risk

High

ROI

45.0%

Pathway

Seed Round

ROI Horizon

3-4 years

Scalability

N/A

Pathway

N/A

Transport, Logistics & Trade Facilitationmedium riskBulawayo
Cross-Border Freight & Logistics
Operate a freight and logistics company specializing in cross-border trade between Zimbabwe and neighboring countries.
$50,000
24 months

Risk

High

ROI

45.0%

Pathway

Seed Round

ROI Horizon

2-3 years

Scalability

N/A

Pathway

N/A

Healthcare & Life Sciencesmedium riskHarare
Telemedicine & Digital Health Platform
Launch a telemedicine platform connecting patients with doctors remotely, improving healthcare access in rural and underserved areas.
$50,000
24 months

Risk

High

ROI

45.0%

Pathway

Seed Round

ROI Horizon

2-3 years

Scalability

N/A

Pathway

N/A

Healthcare & Life Scienceshigh riskHarare
Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Plant
Set up a pharmaceutical manufacturing facility producing generic medicines to address Zimbabwe's healthcare needs and reduce import dependency.
$50,000
24 months

Risk

High

ROI

45.0%

Pathway

Seed Round

ROI Horizon

4-6 years

Scalability

N/A

Pathway

N/A

Healthcare & Life Sciencesmedium riskHarare
Private Specialist Medical Clinic
Establish a private specialist clinic offering quality healthcare services in cardiology, orthopedics, or other specialties with modern equipment.
$50,000
24 months

Risk

High

ROI

45.0%

Pathway

Seed Round

ROI Horizon

3-4 years

Scalability

N/A

Pathway

N/A

ICT, Software & Digital Serviceshigh riskBulawayo
Cloud Infrastructure Services
Provide cloud hosting, data center services, and managed IT infrastructure to Zimbabwe's growing digital economy.
$50,000
24 months

Risk

High

ROI

45.0%

Pathway

Seed Round

ROI Horizon

3-5 years

Scalability

N/A

Pathway

N/A

Housing, Construction & Urban Infrastructuremedium riskMidlands
Road Construction & Maintenance Services
Provide road construction, rehabilitation, and maintenance services to support Zimbabwe's infrastructure development needs.
$50,000
24 months

Risk

High

ROI

45.0%

Pathway

Seed Round

ROI Horizon

2-4 years

Scalability

N/A

Pathway

N/A

Manufacturing & Industrial Processingmedium riskHarare
Food & Beverage Processing Plant
Establish a food processing facility producing packaged foods, beverages, snacks, and ready-to-eat meals for local and regional markets.
$50,000
24 months

Risk

High

ROI

45.0%

Pathway

Seed Round

ROI Horizon

2-3 years

Scalability

N/A

Pathway

N/A

ICT, Software & Digital Serviceshigh riskHarare
Mobile Banking & FinTech Platform
Develop a mobile banking and financial technology platform offering digital payments, savings, and microloans to Zimbabwe's underbanked population.
$50,000
24 months

Risk

High

ROI

45.0%

Pathway

Seed Round

ROI Horizon

3-5 years

Scalability

N/A

Pathway

N/A

ICT, Software & Digital Servicesmedium riskHarare
E-Commerce Marketplace Platform
Build an e-commerce platform connecting Zimbabwean sellers with buyers locally and regionally, facilitating online trade and digital payments.
$50,000
24 months

Risk

High

ROI

45.0%

Pathway

Seed Round

ROI Horizon

2-3 years

Scalability

N/A

Pathway

N/A

Housing, Construction & Urban Infrastructuremedium riskMashonaland West
Building Materials Manufacturing
Manufacture construction materials including bricks, roof tiles, and precast concrete products to meet Zimbabwe's construction boom.
$50,000
24 months

Risk

High

ROI

45.0%

Pathway

Seed Round

ROI Horizon

2-3 years

Scalability

N/A

Pathway

N/A

Housing, Construction & Urban Infrastructurehigh riskHarare
Affordable Housing Development
Develop affordable residential housing estates targeting middle-income families in Zimbabwe's growing urban centers.
$50,000
24 months

Risk

High

ROI

45.0%

Pathway

Seed Round

ROI Horizon

4-6 years

Scalability

N/A

Pathway

N/A

Manufacturing & Industrial Processinglow riskMidlands
Furniture Manufacturing Workshop
Establish a modern furniture manufacturing facility producing quality wooden and metal furniture for homes, offices, and institutions.
$50,000
24 months

Risk

High

ROI

45.0%

Pathway

Seed Round

ROI Horizon

1-2 years

Scalability

N/A

Pathway

N/A

Manufacturing & Industrial Processingmedium riskHarare
Plastic Packaging Manufacturing
Produce plastic packaging materials (bottles, containers, films) for Zimbabwe's growing food, beverage, and consumer goods industries.
$50,000
24 months

Risk

High

ROI

45.0%

Pathway

Seed Round

ROI Horizon

2-3 years

Scalability

N/A

Pathway

N/A

Manufacturing & Industrial Processinghigh riskBulawayo
Textile Manufacturing & Garment Factory
Launch a textile and garment manufacturing operation producing clothing for domestic consumption and export, leveraging Zimbabwe's cotton production.
$50,000
24 months

Risk

High

ROI

45.0%

Pathway

Seed Round

ROI Horizon

3-5 years

Scalability

N/A

Pathway

N/A

Mining & Mineral Serviceslow riskMashonaland East
Gemstone Cutting & Polishing Center
Create a gemstone cutting and polishing facility to add value to Zimbabwe's emeralds, rubies, and other precious stones before export.
$50,000
24 months

Risk

High

ROI

45.0%

Pathway

Seed Round

ROI Horizon

2-3 years

Scalability

N/A

Pathway

N/A

Mining & Mineral Servicesmedium riskMatabeleland South
Lithium Mining Equipment Supply
Supply specialized equipment and services to Zimbabwe's growing lithium mining sector, capitalizing on the global demand for battery minerals.
$50,000
24 months

Risk

High

ROI

45.0%

Pathway

Seed Round

ROI Horizon

1-2 years

Scalability

N/A

Pathway

N/A

Mining & Mineral Servicesmedium riskMashonaland Central
Small-Scale Gold Processing Plant
Establish a gold processing and refining facility to serve small-scale miners, adding value through proper beneficiation and accessing better prices.
$50,000
24 months

Risk

High

ROI

45.0%

Pathway

Seed Round

ROI Horizon

2-3 years

Scalability

N/A

Pathway

N/A

Renewable Energy & Utilitieshigh riskManicaland
Mini-Hydro Power Station
Develop a small-scale hydroelectric power station on a perennial river to generate clean electricity for local communities and businesses.
$50,000
24 months

Risk

High

ROI

45.0%

Pathway

Seed Round

ROI Horizon

6-8 years

Scalability

N/A

Pathway

N/A

Renewable Energy & Utilitiesmedium riskMatabeleland North
Solar Mini-Grid for Rural Communities
Deploy solar mini-grids to provide reliable electricity to off-grid rural communities. With Zimbabwe's high solar irradiation and energy deficit, this addresses a critical need while generating revenue through power sales.
$50,000
24 months

Risk

High

ROI

45.0%

Pathway

Seed Round

ROI Horizon

4-6 years

Scalability

N/A

Pathway

N/A

Renewable Energy & Utilitieslow riskMashonaland West
Biogas Digesters for Commercial Farms
Manufacture and install biogas digesters for commercial farms to convert agricultural waste into clean cooking gas and organic fertilizer.
$50,000
24 months

Risk

High

ROI

45.0%

Pathway

Seed Round

ROI Horizon

2-3 years

Scalability

N/A

Pathway

N/A

Renewable Energy & Utilitieslow riskMidlands
Solar Water Pumping Systems
Supply and install solar-powered water pumping systems for irrigation and livestock, replacing expensive diesel pumps.
$50,000
24 months

Risk

High

ROI

45.0%

Pathway

Seed Round

ROI Horizon

1-2 years

Scalability

N/A

Pathway

N/A

Agriculture & Agro-Processinglow riskMashonaland Central
Organic Poultry Farm & Processing
Establish an organic poultry operation producing free-range chickens and eggs for the growing health-conscious market in Zimbabwe and regional export.
$50,000
24 months

Risk

High

ROI

45.0%

Pathway

Seed Round

ROI Horizon

1-2 years

Scalability

N/A

Pathway

N/A

Agriculture & Agro-Processinglow riskManicaland
Macadamia Nut Processing Plant
Build a macadamia nut processing facility to add value to locally grown nuts. Zimbabwe has ideal growing conditions, and processed macadamias command premium prices in international markets.
$50,000
24 months

Risk

High

ROI

45.0%

Pathway

Seed Round

ROI Horizon

3-4 years

Scalability

N/A

Pathway

N/A

Agriculture & Agro-Processingmedium riskMashonaland East
Commercial Horticulture Export Business
Establish a commercial horticulture operation focusing on high-value crops like flowers, vegetables, and fruits for export to European and Middle Eastern markets. Zimbabwe's favorable climate and fertile soil provide excellent conditions for year-round production.
$50,000
24 months

Risk

High

ROI

45.0%

Pathway

Seed Round

ROI Horizon

2-3 years

Scalability

N/A

Pathway

N/A