Securing Frontier Markets. Connecting U.S. Innovation to Africa’s Frontier.
Opening new pathways for venture-backed companies to thrive in emerging markets.
About Us
For U.S. venture-backed technology companies, domestic growth opportunities are shrinking. The next frontier lies in emerging markets, where longstanding challenges in health, agriculture, communications, and resource development present opportunities for transformative, technology-led solutions.
Access is rarely straightforward. Networks are fragmented. Risks are complex. Local knowledge is hard to acquire. For most founders, navigating these waters alone is costly, slow, and uncertain.
Access is rarely straightforward. Networks are fragmented. Risks are complex. Local knowledge is hard to acquire. For most founders, navigating these waters alone is costly, slow, and uncertain.
Mission
Access is Hard. Networks are Hard. We make them work for you.
Securing Frontier Markets (SFM) provides the intelligence, relationships, and enterprise support that innovators need to move with confidence into Africa’s high-potential markets.
Our Role
Securing Frontier Markets (SFM) exists to bridge this gap
We deliver clarity, connectivity, and support for technology companies entering frontier markets. Every engagement is bespoke - fast, lean, and built for the pace of venture-backed growth.
Enterprise Support
On-the-ground structuring, operations, and advisory to ensure your business is set up to thrive in challenging but rewarding markets.
Access & Networks
Direct introductions to trusted partners, decision-makers, and local stakeholders - built on relationships that can’t be bought off the shelf.
Partnership Development
Identifying and cultivating collaborations with public agencies, private enterprises, and NGOs to accelerate growth and scale in new markets.
Market Entry Intelligence
In-depth analysis of regulatory, political, and commercial environments to help you identify the right opportunities and avoid hidden risks.
Focus Sectors
We work with venture-backed companies developing technologies that impact critical sectors across Africa
Health
Scaling solutions that expand access to healthcare and strengthen system resilience.
Communications
Applying dual-use technologies to strengthen resilience in frontier environments.
Agriculture
Driving food security and sustainable growth through agricultural innovation.
Mining & Critical Minerals
Supporting responsible extraction and processing of essential resources that fuel global innovation and energy transition.
Oil & Gas
Enabling efficient, transparent, and sustainable operations across exploration, logistics, and production.
Contact
Get in touch
If you’re developing transformative technology and see Africa as your next growth horizon, let’s start the conversation.
