Information Webinar-1 : MEG Diaspora Investor Training
Join and learn about the Diaspora Investor Training and SME Matchmaking programme and how it will enlighted you to invest and connect with SMEs back home.
Are you a member of the diaspora in Germany looking to make a meaningful impact in your country of origin? Do you have an interest in angel investing but need the practical skills, network, and structured framework to get started?
The programme targets diaspora members residing in Germany who originate from eight designated BID partner countries: Cameroon, Colombia, Ecuador, Ghana, India, Serbia, Tunisia and Vietnam
When: Wednesday 23rd September 2026
Time : 17:00 – 18:00 CET
Who should attend:
We're looking for a committed cohort of diaspora participants residing in Germany who:
Originate from one of the MEG/BID partner countries; Tunisia, Ghana, Cameroon, Colombia, Ecuador, Serbia, India, and Vietnam
Have a strong interest in supporting SME growth and entrepreneurship in their home country
Can dedicate around two hours a week to capacity-building sessions and practical investment exercises
Are ready to learn, engage, and connect with other diaspora investors
Are willing to make investments after completing the training
Programme Highlights: What You Will Learn
The six-week blended learning curriculum is designed to demystify SME valuation, legal frameworks, and the investment process:
Block 1 — Basics of SME Investing: Understanding the angel investing landscape, startup vs. SME funding models, and risk-return profiles.
Block 2 — Evaluation & Financials: Practical training on evaluating business models, analyzing financial statements, and SME valuation, with a specific focus on cross-border legal considerations.
Block 3 — Deal-Making & Execution: How to conduct due diligence, negotiate term sheets, structure deals, and plan exit strategies.
Agenda
17:00 – 17:05 | Welcome & Opening Remarks
17:05 – 17:20 |Programme Overview
17:20 – 17:35 |Training Structure & Overview
17:35 – 17:45 | Q&A
17:45 – 18:00 |Closing
Host
Fridah Ntarangwi- Fund Manager, Zidicircle
This training is commissioned under the global programme "Migration entwicklungspolitisch gestalten" (MEG) , funded by the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ) and implemented by GIZ , and aligns with the Geschäftsideen für Entwicklung (Business Ideas for Development, GfE/BID) core offer to channel diaspora potential toward sustainable economic development. Zidicircle is implimenting the investor training. Read more about this programme here
Apply Directly Here
About GIZ and MEG
Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH is a German federal enterprise with worldwide operations. It supports the German Federal Government and many other public and private clients in achieving their goals in international cooperation for sustainable development and international education work.
GIZ´s global programme "Shaping development-oriented migration" (MEG), funded by the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ), empowers migrants and diaspora communities to unlock their full potential and contribute meaningfully to development, both in their countries of origin and destination.
Website: https://www.diaspora2030.de
About Zidicircle
Zidicircle specializes in mobilizing diaspora investments into Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) via the learning platform Zidicircle School and the Collective Investment Vehicle ZidiCircle Co-op.
Over the years Zidicircle has developed into a fully fledged global diaspora Channel that catalyzes diaspora participation in both host and home countries through entrepreneurship and investments.
With its three pillars, learn, connect and invest, Zidi engages the diaspora with tailormade investor training, workshops and SME matching activities through Zidicircle Co-op investment structure to give them the required skills and structure needed to participate in SME investing.
Website: https://zidicircle.com