Official Startup Designation Platform
Every application is reviewed against the same published criteria.
National Startup Designation Committee
Independent evaluation Tier 3
The Ministry of Innovation and Technology operates the platform and administers the Startup Proclamation nationwide.
Ministry of Innovation and Technology
Execution Tier 2
The National Digital Economy Council sets the strategic direction for Ethiopia's startup and innovation policy.
National Digital Economy Council
Policy Tier 1
Certificates are valid for two years and renewable, up to a cumulative maximum of eight years.
Startup Designation Certificate
Validity 2\u20138 years
Most complete applications are reviewed within 30\u201345 days.
Application Review
Turnaround 30\u201345 days
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