Inspiring rising entrepreneurs in emerging regions to grow new markets, create sustainable employment, and strengthen communities.

Accelerate Prosperity is a new global initiative of the Aga Khan Development Network (AKDN) in Central and South Asia and provides technical expertise, creative financing solutions and market connections for small and growing businesses.
SlingShot Demo Day
Here are some highlights from SlingShot 2023 Demo Day where top 12 tech-enabled startups from Pakistan, Tajikistan, and Kyrgyzstan pitched in Dubai to raise external investments on April 26, 2023.
Where We Work
Accelerate Prosperity works in areas where economic opportunities remain insufficient.

What We Do

Accelerate Prosperity offers technical expertise, creative financing solutions and market connections for small and growing businesses in emerging regions.

1
Coaching
Access leading experts and entrepreneurs who will help you grow and market your business and guide you in reaching your strategic milestones. Learn more →
2
Capital
Access to our global network of angel and impact investors and donors for funding and pitching opportunities. Learn more →
Our Results
Since 2016, Accelerate Prosperity has supported promising entrepreneurs through business modelling, 1:1 coaching from staff, mentorship and networking with entrepreneurs, investment readiness, seed and growth financing, investors services and trade facilitation.
$7.54M

Invested in Small and Growing Businesses
378

Businesses Financed
$20.74 M

External Financing Leveraged
3,166

Full-Time Jobs Created
Success Stories
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