<ul data-eligibleForWebStory="false"><li>The SECO Startup Fund (SSF) has relaunched with €5.34 million to provide debt financing to post-revenue startups in Central & Eastern Europe, Africa, Asia, and Latin America, supported by Switzerland’s State Secretariat for Economic Affairs.</li><li>Managed by iGravity and Seedstars, the fund aims to support inclusive and climate-friendly economic growth by focusing on businesses aligned with Switzerland's global priorities.</li><li>SSF offers flexible loans to established businesses in emerging markets, with a focus on decent work, climate-smart solutions, and access to goods and services, aiming to fill the gap in traditional financing.</li><li>With CHF 44M disbursed since inception, the fund has backed over 120 companies, contributing to sustainable growth and national development goals in emerging markets.</li></ul>

Backed by Swiss govt, SECO Startup Fund relaunches with €5.34M to fuel impact startups in CEE and emerging economies

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