Not launched yet — but coming this January. Be first in line for private pitch reviews, early investor previews, and invites to our invite-only beta.
Why this matters now
Brilliant ideas are everywhere in Zimbabwe — from recent grads to self-taught builders and seasoned founders. Yet too many great concepts stall not for lack of talent, but for lack of access to capital. Whether it's seed funding or growth capital, every dollar can fuel progress.
These barriers are not permanent — they're challenges we can solve. By creating direct pathways to funding and investment at all levels, we can unlock opportunities for everyone with a viable idea, regardless of their location, network, or capital needs.
A simple, bold approach
Founders Nest isn't a vague promise — it's a three-step process built for results:
- 🎯Listen.
A private, founder-first intake where every idea gets a voice .
- ✨Polish.
We co-create investor-ready pitches, business plans and multi-month investor-focused financials that answer real investor questions.
- 🌍Present.
We connect vetted founders with verified investors through ongoing, strategic introductions to help secure funding.
We're not launching with hype; we're launching with process.
Prelaunch perks — why sign up now
Signing up for our prelaunch newsletter gets you real, early advantages:
- Priority access to the invite-only beta in January.
- A free, short pitch review for the first 200 founder signups.
- Early invitations to investor-preview events and feedback sessions.
- First-look resources: templates, one-page financial snapshot guides, and founder interviews.
- Ongoing curated stories and tips to help you prepare for fundraising.
These perks are limited — sign up to claim a spot.
Security & trust
We know the biggest barrier to sharing is fear: idea theft, opaque investors, and no audit trail. Founders Nest is designed to protect you:
Identity + background checks on all investors.
Founders choose which verified investors can view their materials — granular, selective sharing with revocable access so founders remain in full control of who sees their idea.
See who viewed your materials and why.
Option for NDA and selective disclosure.
Share what you're ready to share — not everything, not all at once.
Who this is for
Got a project, side-hustle or full-time idea? Whether you need $5K or $500K, every viable idea deserves a shot. Sign up for pitch review and early access.
Want deal-flow with vetted African founders? Join us in making impact at any scale - from angel checks to larger rounds. Get curated previews before launch.
Hubs, accelerators, and NGOs — partner opportunities will be announced to the list.
Join the Prelaunch
Get early access, priority beta invites, and a chance at a free pitch review.
Join us in democratizing access to capital. January 2026 — be part of the launch.