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Advisory
Investment advisory, business advisory, WTO/AfCFTA readiness, and cross-border trade.
STRATEGIC ADVISORY | INVESTMENT | TECHNOLOGY| TRAINING
Connecting Capital with Opportunity.
Building Excellence. Developing Capacity. Strategy. Technology. Growth.
NOVA Capital is a boutique advisory,feasibility and planning,IT solutions, investment, capital-raising, and professional training firm based in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. We connect capital with opportunity, deliver technology-driven solutions, and equip businesses and professionals to grow.
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia | Established 2026
Local knowledge. International standards.Advisory, Investment, IT Solutions, Digital Transformation and Training.
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Connect capital with opportunity
Investment advisory, capital raising, and business planning.
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IT Solutions & Digital Transformation
IT consulting, ERP solutions, SOP development, and digital transformation
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Develop human capital
Practical training, workshops, and executive education.
ABOUT NOVA CAPITAL
Five pillars. One integrated firm.
Advisory, capital raising, feasibility and planning, IT and digital transformation, and professional training.
NOVA Capital is a boutique advisory, investment, capital-raising, IT solutions, and training firm based in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. We help businesses turn opportunities into results by connecting them with capital, validating investment decisions, improving business processes, implementing practical technology solutions, and developing the skills needed for sustainable growth. Through integrated expertise, local market knowledge, and international standards, we deliver practical solutions that strengthen performance, reduce business inefficiencies, and create lasting value for businesses, investors, and professionals.
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia | Established 202602
Feasibility & Planning
Market feasibility studies, business plans, and bank loan proposals.
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IT Solutions & Digital Transformation
Technology-driven solutions, digital systems, and IT services
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Training & Capacity Building
Capital markets literacy, SOP and ERP training, financial modeling, and entrepreneurship bootcamps.
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Capital Raising
Angel investors, private equity, venture capital, development finance, and ESX/IPOs.
OUR PURPOSE
Capital, capability, and integrity.
Our mission
To connect capital with opportunity, empower businesses through strategic advisory, investment, and capital-raising services, deliver IT solutions including ERP advisory, SOP development, and digital transformation, and build human capital through practical training. We combine local knowledge, international standards, and unwavering integrity to create lasting value.
Our vision
To become Ethiopia’s leading integrated advisory, investment, capital-raising, IT solutions, and training firm, empowering businesses, investors, and professionals through strategic insights, innovative technology, and practical expertise to thrive in Ethiopia’s evolving economy.
What guides our work
Integrity
Unwavering integrity in our advisory, capital-raising, and training work.
Local knowledge
An understanding of Ethiopian market dynamics and business realities.
International standards
Globally informed expertise translated into local implementation.
Evidence-based advice
Research, data analysis, and rigorous due diligence.
Practical experience
Manufacturing, import/export, and university teaching inform our approach.
Long-term relationships
A committed partner, not a one-off transaction.
OUR SERVICE PORTFOLIO
Integrated expertise, at a glance.
Service and program counts describe our portfolio, not completed client engagements.
5Integrated service pillars
13Service offerings
9Training programs
7+Years of founder university teaching
OUR SERVICES
Advisory and support across your business.
Explore the full portfolio: from investment strategy and financing preparation to operational excellence and practical training.
CLIENT GROUPS
Who we serve.
Advisory, planning, capital raising, and capacity building for investors, businesses, and institutions.
Investors & Diaspora
High-net-worth individuals, diaspora Ethiopians, and institutional investors seeking investment advisory, due diligence, opportunity identification, and portfolio monitoring.
Entrepreneurs & Startups
Founders seeking business planning, feasibility studies, capital raising, investor matching, entrepreneurship bootcamps, and pitch training.
SMEs & Business Owners
Businesses seeking expansion financing, bank loan proposals, growth strategy, SOP development, and ERP advisory.
Exporters & Importers
WTO/AfCFTA readiness, trade-policy analysis, export strategy, customs compliance, and cross-border trade and investment advisory.
Companies Preparing for ESX Listing
Listing preparation, corporate governance, regulatory compliance, investor relations, operational readiness, and board training.
Banks & Financial Institutions
Professional feasibility studies, loan application preparation, operational due diligence, and training in credit analysis and financial modeling.
Corporate Teams & Professionals
Practical finance, operations, and business skills through public workshops, customized corporate training, and executive education.
Institutions & Development Partners
Feasibility studies, policy advisory, and capacity building for government agencies, business associations, and development organizations.
FOUNDER & TEAM MODEL
International perspective. Ethiopian experience.
The Founder combines economics, trade policy, research, entrepreneurship, and university teaching.
Founder & Managing Partner
Founder & Managing Partner
15+ years International economics and trade expertise, economic research, university teaching, and hands-on entrepreneurship across manufacturing and international trade in Ethiopia.
The founder brings together advanced international education in economics and trade policy, Ethiopian market research, entrepreneurship, and university-level teaching. Professional experience includes economic and market research, data analysis for development projects, and academic lecturing. This combination of analytical expertise and practical business experience provides a strong foundation for advising businesses, evaluating investment opportunities, and supporting strategic decision-making.
Entrepreneurial experience spans manufacturing and international trade between Europe and Ethiopia, providing practical insight into production, supply chains, customs procedures, logistics, and foreign-exchange risk. This blend of academic knowledge, research capability, and hands-on commercial experience informs NOVA Capital’s approach to investment advisory, feasibility studies, capital raising, business process improvement, IT and digital transformation, and professional training.
EconomicsFinancial modelingTrade policyWTO/AfCFTA readinessMarket researchEntrepreneurshipTraining
Academic qualifications
M.Sc. in Economics
M.A. in Economics (Applied Trade Policy Analysis)
B.A. in Economics
Core team model
Expertise and responsibilities across five complementary disciplines.
Business/Economics
Strategic advisory, financial modeling, market analysis, and trade policy. Overall leadership, advisory services, WTO/AfCFTA, and research.
Information Technology
Digital platforms, data analytics, and ERP systems. ERP advisory, digital transformation, and technology solutions.
Financial Analysis
Financial modeling, investment appraisal, cash flow forecasting, and financial performance analysis to support informed business decisions and sustainable growth.
Research & Market Intelligence
Economic and market research, industry analysis, data-driven insights, and evidence-based assessments to identify opportunities, evaluate risks, and support strategic business and investment decisions.
Legal
Corporate law, contracts, securities regulation, and trade law. Deal structuring, regulatory compliance, and ESX/ECMA advisory.
Operations
Project management, process optimization, and SOPs. SOP development, operational due diligence, and execution.
Training & Education
Professional development and capacity building. Training programs, workshops, and executive education.
CONTACT
Start a conversation with Nova Capital.
Discuss investment opportunities, business planning, financing preparation, trade readiness, operations, or training.
Email usinfo@novacapital.et
Location
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Connect capital. Build excellence. Develop capacity.
Nova Capital invites investors, clients, banks, businesses, and partners to collaborate in advisory, capital raising, operational excellence, and professional development.