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Kenyan digital loan application platform developed with Estonian support sees 5,000 users in first month

The digital platform, developed with support from the Estonian Centre for International Development (ESTDEV), makes it easier for women, youth and persons with disabilities to apply for and receive small business loans from Kenya's Uwezo Fund.

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Estonian programming school opens in Nairobi; more than 800 young Kenyans apply for one of 50 ESTDEV-funded spots

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Estonia's experience in building startup ecosystems is nurturing future African unicorns

Africa has 12 unicorns now; as the world’s fastest-growing region, it has potential for many more. Together with Team Europe partners, Estonia is sharing its entrepreneurial expertise to bolster the startup ecosystems in Southern and Eastern Africa.

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From classroom to career: building ICT talent pathways between Kenya and Estonia

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Estonia partners with Team Europe to strengthen teacher education in Sub-Saharan Africa

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Estonian development cooperation cultivates innovation in Ukraine and Africa

Estonia's startup ecosystem, built on minimal bureaucracy, a global mindset and strong digital infrastructure, is supporting the growth of startups in Ukraine and Africa.

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Estonia and Finland join forces to implement EU digital governance project in Nigeria

The European Commission, the Estonian Centre for International Development (ESTDEV) and the Finnish Institute for Public Administration (HAUS) have signed an agreement to carry out a digital governance and public sector innovation project in Nigeria.

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ESTDEV and Smart Africa strengthen cooperation to advance digital transformation across Africa

The Estonian Centre for International Development (ESTDEV) and Smart Africa have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen cooperation in digital transformation, innovation, and capacity development across Africa.

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Nine projects in three African countries to receive funding after 2026 call for proposals

The Estonian Centre for International Development (ESTDEV) has announced the results of its 2026 African call for proposals. ESTDEV will fund nine new projects in Kenya, Uganda and Zambia this year, with a budget totalling nearly €840,000.