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Empire Partner Foundation (EPF)

Empire Partner Foundation (EPF)

Empire Partner Foundation (EPF) is Africa's leading youth-focused innovation ecosystem, helping young Africans build problem-solving technology.

Empire Partner Foundation (EPF) is a Pan-African, technology-driven social impact organisation established in 2016 and headquartered in Sandton, South Africa. EPF works at the intersection of technology, innovation, entrepreneurship and sustainable economic development, developing practical solutions that address social and economic challenges while creating opportunities for young people, entrepreneurs and communities.

EPF’s approach combines digital innovation, skills development, enterprise support and strategic partnerships to turn ideas into implementable solutions with measurable impact. The organisation works with government departments, corporates, universities, development partners and civil society to design and deliver initiatives that respond to real-world challenges across education, water, energy, justice, unemployment, healthcare, agriculture and other critical sectors.


Through its innovation programmes, hackathons, digital skills initiatives, entrepreneurship development and venture-building activities, EPF helps young people and innovators develop capabilities, build solutions and access opportunities in the digital economy. Its technology platforms and digital solutions also support organisations in improving service delivery, case management, monitoring and evaluation, and the measurement of social impact.


EPF has built an ecosystem that connects skills and talent with technology, enterprise development, funding opportunities and implementation partners. Its work is designed not only to develop innovative ideas, but also to support their practical application, adoption and long-term sustainability.


With a strong focus on inclusive innovation, EPF seeks to ensure that technology creates tangible value for communities, institutions and businesses. By combining implementation capacity with cross-sector collaboration, EPF contributes to building a more inclusive, resilient and innovation-led African economy.

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