The services under this CIEBU24 investment-linkage role include a comprehensive package along the investment value chain, from project identification to post-investment support. Concretely, this includes:

1. Deal Sourcing & Opportunity Identification

• Mapping viable business opportunities across priority sectors (agriculture, tourism, ICT, renewable energy, SMEs, creative industries, etc.)

• Identifying high-growth local entrepreneurs and startups

• Developing a pipeline of bankable and investment-ready projects

• Sectoral market intelligence and local economic insights

2. Entrepreneur Readiness & Business Development Support

• Business plan development and refinement

• Financial modeling and revenue projections

• Support in defining value propositions and growth strategies

• Assistance in formalization, registration, and basic compliance

• Coaching on governance, leadership, and operational management

3. Investment Readiness & Due Diligence Support

• Preliminary due diligence (legal, financial, operational, social impact)

• Risk assessment and mitigation guidance

• Support in preparing pitch decks and investor briefs

• Clarification of ownership structures and investment terms

• ESG and social impact screening where relevant

4. Investor Matchmaking & Facilitation

• Connecting investors with vetted local entrepreneurs

• Organizing matchmaking forums, pitch events, and investment roundtables

• Facilitating one-on-one investor–entrepreneur meetings

• Structuring strategic introductions and partnerships

• Supporting negotiation and alignment of expectations

5. Investment Structuring & Advisory

• Advisory on investment models (equity, debt, blended finance, partnerships)

• Support in structuring term sheets and basic investment frameworks

• Guidance on local regulations and investment climate

• Linking investors to legal, financial, and technical experts

6. Sustainable & Responsible Investment Promotion

• Integrating job creation, gender inclusion, and youth employment goals

• Promoting green, climate-smart, and socially responsible enterprises

• Supporting investments aligned with community needs and national priorities

• Encouraging long-term value creation over short-term gains

7. Post-Investment Support & Monitoring

• Ongoing business coaching and mentorship for investee companies

• Monitoring performance, impact, and milestones

• Facilitating investor–entrepreneur communication post-deal

• Supporting scaling, market expansion, and reinvestment opportunities

8. Policy & Ecosystem Engagement

• Advocacy for a more enabling business and investment environment

• Collaboration with government agencies, banks, and development partners

• Strengthening local entrepreneurship and investment ecosystems

Together, these services position CIEBU24 as a trusted intermediary that not only connects capital to opportunities but also reduces risk, builds capacity, and ensures investments contribute meaningfully to Burundi’s economic transformation, youth empowerment, and sustainable development.