Clarity
A straightforward application, clear statuses, and a visible path through review.
Prepared founders.
Shared opportunity.
The Climb is an initiative of NADWA, bringing a structured application and evaluation process to the connection between African founders and investors working within Islamic finance.
WHY WE EXISTPotential deserves
Potential deserves
a considered look.
We want founders to have a clear way to present their businesses—and investors to meet businesses that have been evaluated for the program.
Our role is to receive applications, review business information, and select founders for pitch opportunities. The Climb does not guarantee investment.
See how the program worksInclusion
Eligibility based on business activities. Founders do not need religious branding to apply.
Consideration
Business information reviewed by the team before selected founders are invited to pitch.