Startup innovation and acceleration - MicroSave Consulting (MSC)

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MSC’s startup innovation and acceleration practice fosters scalable, high-impact solutions that drive social and economic inclusion. We identify and support high-potential startups across fintech, agtech, climate tech, digital transformation tackling critical sector challenges through acceleration, incubation, and ecosystem transformation programs. Our expertise in market insights, product development, and operational agility helps startups refine their solutions and scale effectively.

We work across the startup ecosystem, collaborating with accelerators, incubators, private and public institutions, and governments to design and implement high-impact acceleration programs. Through technical assistance, policy guidance, and market assessments, we enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of startup ecosystem players, ensuring they provide the adequate support for entrepreneurial growth.

With deep sector expertise in financial inclusion, agriculture, livelihood generation, government transformation, and climate resilience, MSC bridges the gap between startups, accelerators, and industry needs to develop innovative, scalable solutions.

Our services

Challenge fund

We help launch challenge funds that give startups the capital and support they need to test breakthrough ideas. MSC designs and manages the full process—from outreach and evaluation to disbursement and monitoring. This enables

Startups get funding to test and improve real-world solutions
Partners and funders learn what works through pilot results
Scalable innovations emerge in critical sectors

Centers of excellence (CoE)

We set up long-term platforms that bring together governments, startups, researchers, and ecosystem partners to solve complex development challenges. MSC shapes strategy, facilitates collaboration, and turns evidence into action to anchor these Centers of Excellence. This enables

Cross-sector partnerships to tackle real-world problems
Policy and regulatory change informed by data and insights
Continuous support for innovation in key sectors and regions
Local solutions that can scale nationally and beyond

Venture lab

We cocreate new solutions and adapt existing ones to address overlooked challenges and nudge systems in a more inclusive direction. From identifying the right problem to piloting, refining, anchoring with an entrepreneur, and scaling the solution, MSC supports the full innovation journey with institutions, users, and partners. This enables

Solutions grounded in real needs and systems thinking
Space to test, adapt, and de-risk innovation
Anchored ventures and tools for wider adoption
Strategic shifts in behavior, access, or policy through innovation

Startup acceleration program

We support startups to grow faster and smarter. Our acceleration programs help early as well as mature stage businesses refine their offering, understand regulations, connect with investors, and reach new markets. This enables

Stronger business models and sharper go-to-market strategies
Direct access to partners, mentors, and customers
Better understanding of compliance and funding options
Scalable solutions focused on inclusion and impact

Institutional acceleration program

We help institutions like banks, incubators, and government bodies engage with startups by building their capacity, facilitating partnerships, and designing sustainable acceleration models. This enables

Institutions become active participants in the innovation ecosystem
Better systems to partner with or adopt startup solutions
Internal champions who can lead innovation from within
Lasting change embedded in everyday operations

Policy and research

We turn field insights into practical policy advice. MSC conducts deep research, maps ecosystems, and supports governments and funders to shape policies that unlock inclusive innovation. This enables

Smarter policy decisions backed by real-world data
Clear understanding of ecosystem gaps and opportunities
Balanced regulations that support both innovation and inclusion
Stronger alignment between public goals and private solutions

Entrepreneurship development

We design programs that help aspiring entrepreneurs, especially women, youth, and rural innovators, take their first steps. MSC provides the skills, exposure, and support to turn ideas into action. This enables