SDC and BrandDrive
Strategic Partnership
5-Year Landmark partnership to Empower 20,000+ African Startups. This collaboration goes beyond simple software access; it is a deep integration aimed at fostering data-driven decision-making from day one of a startup’s journey.
Across Africa
20,000 Startups
Joint Programs
4 Innovative Drives
BrandDrive’s premium tools
50% Discount
Powering the Next Wave of
African InnovatorsOur shared vision is to create a more robust and sustainable startup ecosystem. By combining SDC’s world-class educational programming with BrandDrive’s cutting-edge technology, we will equip founders with the financial literacy and operational discipline needed to build investment-ready, high-growth businesses.
Bridging the startup education gap in emerging economies. We educate and equip aspiring founders with essential startup knowledge and practical skills.
Custom Innovation Drives
Comprehensive Curriculum: SDC Startup School, SDC launchPad, SDC Champions, SDC Startup Stories
Expert Guidance
Guide founders through idea validation, business model execution, and investment storytelling.
startup development
Foster a practical approach to startup development, ensuring founders can build viable ventures from the ground up.
Proven Methodologies
Established and refined methodologies for curriculum development, program execution, and founder advisory, ensuring consistent quality and effectiveness.
Community
Connect founders with relevant mentorship, resources, and a supportive community.
Empowering business for everyday success Seamless bookkeeping, smart payments, AI insights, and e-commerce solutions—everything your business needs in one platform.
Global & Local Payment Solutions
Collect payments seamlessly, whether locally or globally, with secure and flexible options that fit your business.
Seamless Online Sales
Expand your reach with an online store that lets you sell your products or services anytime, anywhere.
Insightful Business Analytics
Make smarter decisions with powerful insights from your data, helping you stay ahead of the curve.
Simplified Bookkeeping & Invoicing
Easily track expenses, manage payments, and send invoices—no accounting expertise needed.
Effortless Business Management
Keep all your business records organized and accessible in one place, streamlining your operations.
Partnership Goals & Objectives
Our strategic partnership aims to create lasting impact through collaborative innovation, resource sharing, and community building across the startup ecosystem.
Market Expansion
Expanding our reach to new markets and demographics through strategic partnerships
Innovation Development
Fostering innovative solutions and cutting-edge technologies for startups
Resource Sharing
Leveraging combined resources to maximize impact and efficiency
Community Growth
Building stronger startup ecosystems through collaborative efforts
Knowledge Exchange
Facilitating knowledge transfer and best practice sharing
Impact Scaling
Amplifying our collective impact on the startup ecosystem
What This Means for SDC Startup Founders
Founders participating in SDC programs will receive unparalleled bene
What SDC Provides- World-class startup curriculum and mentorship
- Access to SDC Startup School, Launchpad, Champions, and Startup Stories
- Community, accountability, and investor readiness support
What BrandDrive Provides- Business intelligence and financial management tools
- 50% discount on premium tools for the first six months
- Onboarding, training, and real-time technical assistance
- Exclusive Access: A 50% discount on BrandDrive’s premium tools for the first six months
- Hands-On Learning: Practical, curriculum-based training on how to use financial data to build pitch decks, manage cash flow, and track key performance indicators.
- Investor Readiness: Direct support in preparing financial documents and dashboards required for securing investment.
- Dedicated Support: Onboarding sessions, training, and real-time technical assistance from the BrandDrive team.
Join the Movement
Are you a founder ready to build a scalable and sustainable business? Apply for the next SDC cohort and get ready to level up with BrandDrive.
