Where Bold meets Access

Unlocking potential in Africa’s secondary markets by providing technical assistance to high-growth SMEs.

Sabou Sandbox

About the Sabou Capital Technical Assistance Sandbox

 

 The Sabou Capital Technical Assistance (TA) Sandbox is designed to support high-growth SMEs in secondary regions of Nigeria, Côte d’Ivoire, and Senegal by providing them with tailored business development, financial planning, and operational scaling assistance.

The Sandbox is our proving ground for bold ideas from Africa’s most overlooked markets. It’s built for founders who may not have everything figured out but have the guts, vision, and grit to start.

This initiative is aimed at strengthening investment readiness and ensuring sustainable growth for SMEs that align with Sabou Capital’s investment strategy.

Why the Sandbox

What happens in the Sandbox

Advisory Support

Advisory Support

Access to hands-on guidance and mentorship from experienced operators and investors.

Capacity Building

Capacity Building

Customized training modules on financial management, corporate governance, and market expansion.

Practical Tools & Resources

Practical Tools & Resources

Access to tools, frameworks and templates to help you move faster and smarter.

Funding

Funding

Graduates of the Sandbox will be added to our investment pipeline.

Investment Readiness Support

Investment Readiness Support

Business model refinement and revenue stream optimization.

Topics on...

Corporate Governance

Operations & Scalability​

Investment Readiness​

and much more

Applications Closed

Frequently Asked Questions

How long will the program take?

The program is scheduled to last for 12 to 14 weeks

All sessions will take place online. However, there may be optional peer bonding events held to foster collaboration among participants

Candidates who successfully complete the program by fulfilling all the requirements for each module will be considered graduates. Upon graduation, you will be added to our investment pipeline, where you will be considered for funding, support, and other opportunities

The Sandbox is free to all selected applicants. Your 100% commitment and participation is however, required.