Global Innovation Initiative Group (GIIG). Africa, a catalyst for innovation across the African continent, is at the forefront of driving transformative initiatives such as the Global Startup Awards Africa, the GIIG Africa Foundation, and the GIIG Africa Fund. In an interview with EBR, the co-founder of GIIG Africa, Jo Griffiths, shares valuable insights on fostering collaboration between startups, investors, and government stakeholders, shedding light on the journey of GIIG Africa in empowering emerging startup nations and shaping a global Africa driven by innovation. EBR had the privilege of interviewing Jo Griffiths, the co-founder of GIIG Africa, to explore the organization’s impactful initiatives and gain insights into fostering collaboration among startups, investors, and government stakeholders.