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Launch your business in six months with ₵15,000
Decode My Business

Test your idea, build your brand, and pitch ₵15,000 grant funding to kickstart your business. DECODE MY BUSINESS Ghana gives you the right tools, coaching to run your business.

Programme Overview

This program is fully funded and designed by Shapeways.io for aspiring entrepreneurs, early-stage founders, and small business owners looking to gain clarity, strategy, and business validation. Participants will develop essential skills, from building a sustainable model and get access to pitch 15,000.

What you'll gain

Six months of structured learning and hands-on business building.
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Test and launch your product

You’ll move from idea to market-tested business. Real customers. Real feedback. Real traction. 

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Build Your Digital Presence

Create simple, effective online assets — WhatsApp Business and social media pages.

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Get Personal Coaching

Receive biweekly 1:1 support to guide your decisions, refine your ideas, and keep you accountable.

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Prepare for Funding

Develop your pitch deck, practise your delivery, and compete for the GH₵15,000 funding opportunity.

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Real Customer Insights

Collect real feedback, track early sales, and use data to improve your product or service.

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Build a Working Business Model

Understand your costs, pricing, and revenue streams so your business can grow sustainably.

Twenty-four weeks of structured growth

Two in-person sessions per week. Three hours per session. Monthly 1:1 Business coaching. Final pitch events.
Week 1

Foundation and ideation

You’ll sharpen your business idea, define your ideal customer, and map out your first steps, supported by your initial coaching session.

7th March, 2026

Weija, Accra

Week 8

Build Your First Online Presence

You’ll set up your social media pages, create your first branded content, and use simple tools like Canva. You’ll begin test-trading and refining your offer based on feedback.

25th April, 2026

Weija, Accra

Week 16

Soft launch

You’ll organise your operations, study competitors, and launch your business. You’ll also create your Google Business Profile and strengthen your marketing systems.

20th June, 2026

Weija, Accra

Week 24

Final Pitch Day

You’ll present your business to partners and industry professionals, showcasing your traction, digital presence, and progress for funding and opportunities.

15 August, 2026

Weija, Accra

Programme Cost

Choose your payment schedule below
Fully Funded
GH 6,000
  • Six months of group sessions
  • Bi-weekly one-on-one coaching
  • Monthly demo days and feedback
  • Access to pitch competition
  • A brand identity
  • A marketing plan
  • A working MVP
  • A business model + cashflow tracking
  • Confidence to present to investors
  • Digital tools and resources

Qualifying Criteria

  • Must be a Ghanian between the ages of 18 - 35 years
  • Business must be in an early stage (0-2 years).
  • Commitment to attend all programme sessions.
  • Willingness to complete all assignments and activities.
  • Must qualify and be prepared for the final pitch grant.
Fully Funded
GH 6,000
  • Six months of group sessions
  • Bi-weekly one-on-one coaching
  • Monthly demo days and feedback
  • Access to pitch competition
  • A brand identity
  • A marketing plan
  • A working MVP
  • A business model + cashflow tracking
  • Confidence to present to investors
  • Digital tools and resources

Qualifying Criteria

  • Must be a Ghanian between the ages of 18 - 35 years
  • Business must be in an early stage (0-2 years).
  • Commitment to attend all programme sessions.
  • Willingness to complete all assignments and activities.
  • Must qualify and be prepared for the final pitch grant.

Meet the Facilitators

Obed

Focused, helps you think like a leader

Dzifa

Focused designer, helps you think like a designer

Gideon

Focused designer for design thinking and social media.

Ready to build your business?

The next cohort starts soon. Apply now and join entrepreneurs who are building real businesses.