Our Approach
The why
The SEF Venture Studio is set up to provide highly impactful funded solutions with an enabling environment, resources, and access to test, refine, contextualise, and scale their FLN-focused solutions, unlocking their potential and improving learning outcomes in Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA).
The support
SEF empowers EdTech startups in Sub-Saharan Africa to develop pedagogically sound solutions that enhance foundational literacy and numeracy (FLN) and drive better learning outcomes.
Areas of Support
- Product— Support startups in developing high-quality, scalable EdTech solutions that succeed in the market.
- Learning Science — Leverage expert insights to create engaging, research-backed learning experiences.
- Distribution— Assist startups in scaling their reach, ensuring sustainable growth and revenue generation.
- Funding — Help startups access capital and investment opportunities for expansion.
- Global Access — Provide research, tools, and connections to help startups develop world-class products.
Partnerships
The Gates Foundation is partnering with CcHUB through SEF to enhance the Foundational Literacy and Numeracy (FLN) EdTech ecosystem in Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA). This collaboration draws on insights from the CSF initiative in India to foster strategic impact and
drive innovation across the region.
The SEF Process
Select
Identify promising EdTech startups with potential for impact.
1
Onboard
Integrate startups into the SEF program, providing resources and mentorship.
2
Co-Create
Work with partnering governments and startups to identify existing learning gaps, develop use cases and interventions.
3
Develop
Develop robust, scalable solutions aligned with FLN goals.
4
Pilot
Test solutions in real learning environments to gather insights.
5
Refine
Improve products based on data and feedback from pilots.
6
Publish
Share findings, best practices, and validated models.
7
Scale
Support startups in expanding reach through partnerships and funding.
