Facts and Stats
Dazzle’s Den is a funding and growth platform for emerging entrepreneurs with a mission. Open to businesses that have been in existence for no more than four years, the initiative supports profitable, purpose-led ventures that are driving meaningful change across Education, Community and/or the Environment. Since its launch, Dazzle’s Den has grown into a platform that not only provides funding, but also visibility, mentorship and access to a wider support network.
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2026 Highlights
Relive Dazzle's Den 2026 - celebrating the top 10 entrepreneurs, their pitches, judging moments and the top three winning businesses that made this edition.
Relive Dazzle's Den 2026 - celebrating the top 10 entrepreneurs, their pitches, judging moments and the top three winning businesses that made this edition.
Judging Panel | 2026 edition
The second edition of Dazzle’s Den brought together a diverse panel of judges to assess the top 10 finalists and help select the 2026 winning businesses. Their collective experience, perspectives and insights played an important role in recognising entrepreneurs with strong purpose, impact and growth potential.
Have a look at what our 2026 judges were looking for from each finalist - from clarity of purpose and business viability to measurable impact and growth potential.
The second edition of Dazzle’s Den brought together a diverse panel of judges to assess the top 10 finalists and help select the 2026 winning businesses. Their collective experience, perspectives and insights played an important role in recognising entrepreneurs with strong purpose, impact and growth potential.
Have a look at what our 2026 judges were looking for from each finalist - from clarity of purpose and business viability to measurable impact and growth potential.
#1
Strengthening Mauritius' agricultural ecosystem by supporting food security, farmer productivity and agricultural education through quality seedling propagation and sustainable farming practices.
#2
Addressing the growing need for dementia and elderly care through a holistic model centered on wellness, early screening, caregiver support and professional training.
#3
Advancing the inclusion of persons with disabilities by connecting them to employment opportunities while helping organizations build more accessible and inclusive workplaces.
Who can enter
We’re looking for early-stage entrepreneurs who are:
Based in Mauritius and hold Mauritian citizenship
Aged 18 years or older
Existing businesses no older than 4 years
Committed to delivering impact in education, community and/or environment
Not members of Mauritian Parliament
More than funding
1st Place
Rs1,000,000
2nd Place
Rs700,000
3rd Place
Rs400,000
Visibility and credibility
Be recognised as a promising entrepreneur in Mauritius, enhancing your profile and opening doors for future opportunities
Free to apply
There are no costs to participate, making this an accessible opportunity for all aspiring entrepreneurs.
Mentorship
With our collaborator Trampoline, enjoy three mentorship sessions (1 hour each) on support needed.
Creating enduring worth through entrepreneurship
Investec Bank (Mauritius) – part of the broader Investec Group – is deeply invested in its people, its clients, and its communities, and has as its purpose to create enduring worth for all its stakeholders. That purpose is brought to life through initiatives like Dazzle’s Den.
Investec Mauritius’s Corporate Social Investment (CSI)
"Giving back is part of Investec’s DNA. It’s part of who we have always been. We always want to live in society and not off it.” Our CSI initiatives are guided by three core pillars that we believe have the greatest potential to foster employment, economic development and long-term impact:
Creating opportunities for young people to thrive through a continuum of initiatives from secondary to tertiary education and young adult development.
Supporting our communities through long-term, sustainable projects that reflect our values of meaningful contribution and shared growth.
Conserving biodiversity and greening communities, acknowledging the link between climate change and biodiversity loss.
Thank you, changemakers.
The second edition of Dazzle’s Den is now closed. Stay tuned for the next one launching in 2027.
Contact
For queries, email: dazzlesden@investec.com
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