What does AEECV stand for?

AEECV stands for Associação de Empresários e Empreendedores Cabo-verdianos — in English, the Cape Verdean Entrepreneurs & Business Association.

Is AEECV a non-profit?

Yes. AEECV is a non-profit association serving Cabo Verde and the global Cape Verdean diaspora.

Diaspora entrepreneurs, returning investors, small business owners, and the service providers (legal, financial, architectural, advisory) who support them.

Does AEECV operate outside Cabo Verde?

Yes. AEECV serves the global Cape Verdean diaspora and connects them to opportunities in Cabo Verde.

How do I get in touch with AEECV?

Through the contact form on this site. AEECV responds in English or Portuguese.

Global non-profit · Cabo Verde + Diaspora

Connecting
the Cape Verdean
diaspora to opportunity

AEECV unites entrepreneurs and business leaders to strengthen economic growth, promote investment, and build lasting partnerships in Cabo Verde.

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What AEECV stands for

AEECV is the Portuguese acronym for the association's full name.

Associação

Association

Empresários

Business owners

Empreendedores

Entrepreneurs

Cabo-Verdianos

Cape Verdeans

In English: the Cape Verdean Entrepreneurs & Business Association.

Serving

Diaspora founders★
Returning investors★
Service providers★
Community partners

Type: Non-profit association (NGO)
Languages: English & Portuguese
Region served: Cabo Verde + global diaspora
Headquartered: Praia, Cabo Verde

Three pillars

Practical support designed around the real needs of diaspora entrepreneurs.

Resources

Vetted links to business registration, government incentives, and legal frameworks — so you start in the right place.

Networking

Introductions to a community of returning investors, professionals, and service providers building in Cabo Verde.

Support

Guidance from a leadership team that understands both the diaspora reality and the local landscape.

Who it's for

Diaspora entrepreneurs returning to invest or build in Cabo Verde
Small business owners seeking community and clarity
Service providers — lawyers, architects, accountants — serving the diaspora
Partners and stakeholders strengthening Cabo Verde's business ecosystem

AEECV in the community

Entrepreneurship, diaspora engagement, and economic development — moments from AEECV's work on the ground.

AEECV President Nelson Gregor speaking at Espaço Diáspora — Nelson speaking at Espaço Diáspora

AEECV Leadership Summit in Cabo Verde — Leadership Summit Cabo Verde

AEECV meeting with the Africa Finance Corporation — Meeting with Africa Finance Corporation

Groundbreaking ceremony for the new U.S. Embassy headquarters — Groundbreaking for the new U.S. Embassy

AEECV visit with former U.S. Ambassador Jennifer Adams — Visit with former U.S. Ambassador Jennifer Adams

AEECV at the U.S. Embassy Independence Day celebration — U.S. Embassy Independence Day celebration

Leadership

A team rooted in both the diaspora and Cabo Verde.

Meet the full team →

Nelson Gregor

President, AEECV

Global Solutions Worldwide

Carlos Fidalgo

Board Member, AEECV

Radar Systems

Joli Moniz