PISA Cohort 4 supported 20 teams through masterclasses, mentor sharing, office hours, assignments, and milestone reviews designed to strengthen business fundamentals and pitch readiness.
The cohort combined digital learning access with practical evaluations, helping entrepreneurs refine their products, go-to-market plans, financial models, and fundraising narratives.
Participants worked closely with mentors and industry practitioners to test assumptions, sharpen value propositions, and better understand market opportunities. The programme encouraged continuous feedback, enabling teams to strengthen both strategy and execution.
By the end of the accelerator journey, startups had developed clearer commercial directions, stronger investor propositions, and greater confidence in bringing their solutions to market.
A key highlight of the programme was Demo Day, where participating startups presented their progress, traction, and future plans before investors, ecosystem partners, and industry stakeholders.
Vetomin-M emerged as the overall champion with its innovative livestock immunity booster formulated using virgin coconut oil. Developed as a natural alternative to conventional treatments, the solution supports animal health, improves survival rates, and helps reduce medication costs for breeders.
First runner-up was awarded to Entomal, a biotechnology company transforming food waste into valuable resources through Black Soldier Fly bioconversion. Its solution converts organic waste into animal feed and fertiliser while reducing carbon emissions and advancing sustainable waste management practices
Tissue Culture Lab secured the second runner-up position with its biotechnology-based banana tissue culture solution. By producing high-quality, disease-free plantlets with uniform growth, the venture supports higher yields, improved crop quality, and more efficient cultivation for farmers.
Beyond recognising standout startups, PISA Cohort 4 demonstrated the value of mentorship, validation, and continuous improvement in building sustainable ventures.
The experience equipped participants with practical insights, stronger networks, and a clearer roadmap for navigating the challenges of entrepreneurship.
Their achievements reflect PISA’s ongoing efforts to cultivate ambitious founders and support the development of high-potential startups across the region.
