“We are helping young people get a job in the IT industry in Kyrgyzstan.” Codify

“We are the Google Analytics for brick and mortar, solving business problems and improving efficiency.” Alethia

“Pakistan is one of the most obese countries. In corporate environments, the jobs are sedentary. We are pioneering corporate wellness.” Mantahaa

These three businesses are among the 430 pioneering startups from Central and South Asia supported by the AKDN initiative Accelerate Prosperity (AP). AP offers emerging entrepreneurs financial solutions and technical support to grow businesses, start-ups and innovative ideas. The businesses foster community strength and sustainable employment – with over 1,000 jobs created.

The documentary series "Impact Odyssey 2.0: The Businesses of Tomorrow” spotlights the transformative initiatives of 12 businesses in Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan and Pakistan.

It explores four pivotal themes: green and sustainable businesses, food security and productivity, equal access to health and education, and digital transformations.

AI experts, water conservationists, holistic health specialists, urban developers and business mentors contribute market projections, share sector insights and debunk myths. Intent on problem-solving, their businesses address some of our planet’s most pressing problems, from water scarcity to technological disparities.

Watch the Season 2 trailer and join the conversation on our collective future.

Find out more about AP

Media contact:
Bibinur Alibaeva
Regional Lead for Virtual Accelerate
WhatsApp : +996551104082
bibinur.alibaeva@akdn.org

This project is co-funded by the European Union. Views and opinions expressed are however those of the author(s) only and do not necessarily reflect those of the European Union. Neither the European Union nor the granting authority can be held responsible for them.