Building Ethiopia's Innovation Future
The Innovation & Incubation Center (IAC) is the flagship startup support platform of the Ministry of Innovation and Technology (MinT). We exist to turn Ethiopia's entrepreneurial energy into enterprises that create jobs, solve problems, and compete globally.
Ministry of Innovation & TechnologyOur Mission
To catalyze Ethiopia's innovation economy by providing world-class incubation services, mentorship, and ecosystem connections that empower startups to create lasting impact.
Our Vision
To be East Africa's leading government-backed innovation hub — where every bold idea has the support, resources, and community needed to become a thriving enterprise.
Our Mandate
As an initiative of the Ministry of Innovation and Technology (MinT), IAC serves as the national platform for startup development, bridging policy, academia, and industry.
What Guides Everything We Do
Our values reflect both the ambition of Ethiopia's innovation agenda and the human-centered approach we take with every founder.
Innovation First
We champion bold ideas that solve real problems for Ethiopians and beyond.
Inclusive Growth
Our programs welcome founders from all backgrounds, regions, and sectors.
Integrity & Trust
As a government institution, we uphold the highest standards of transparency.
Collaboration
We build bridges between startups, government, academia, and industry.
A Timeline of Growth
From a bold policy vision to a thriving ecosystem — here's how IAC has evolved to serve Ethiopia's innovators.
IAC established under MinT to formalize startup support infrastructure.
First incubation cohort launched with 15 startups across 4 sectors.
New co-working facility opened, capacity expanded to 80 startups.
Sector Innovation Labs launched for AgriTech, FinTech, and HealthTech.
120+ alumni startups, national innovation hub network expansion begins.
Ministry of Innovation and Technology
The Ministry of Innovation and Technology drives Ethiopia's digital transformation and innovation agenda. IAC operates under MinT's mandate to foster a vibrant technology and innovation ecosystem, aligning startup development with national digital transformation goals.
Ready to Build Something Extraordinary?
Join Innovation & Incubation Center and become part of Ethiopia's fastest-growing startup ecosystem. Applications for the 2026 cohort are now open.