Startup Pitch & Networking Opportunity with Founders Live Addis

Entrepreneurship Development Institute (EDI), in partnership with Founders Live, is hosting Founders Live Addis, a startup pitch competition and ecosystem meetup that brings together founders, investors, mentors, and innovation leaders shaping Ethiopia’s startup landscape. The event offers an energetic platform for early-stage startups to pitch live, engage with the audience, and connect with key ecosystem players.

Founders Live Addis will feature live startup pitches, audience voting, inspiring conversations, and high-impact networking. The event is designed to help startups gain visibility, receive feedback, and build meaningful connections while strengthening Ethiopia’s entrepreneurial ecosystem.

Date & Time: February 14, 2026 | 2:00 PM (8:00 LT)

Venue: Entrepreneurship Development Institute (EDI), Headquarters

Apply here:

Startup founders (submit pitch deck): https://founderslive.squarespace.com/pitch

Attend the event (get ticket): https://www.eventbrite.com/e/founders-live-addis-ababa-tickets-1979879059564?aff=oddtdtcreator