Village Capital
Africa's innovation economy is booming. There are now more than 500 incubators and accelerators on the continent that are <mark>helping startups solve problems around financial inclusion, healthcare, and education.</mark> Our Nairobi office is leading accelerators as well as initiatives around talent and entrepreneur support. <p></p> Village Capital is a company that <mark>helps early-stage entrepreneurs develop and grow their businesses. They focus on businesses that provide solutions for social, economic, and environmental challenges.</mark> Village Capital supports startups across various sectors, and they have a lot of experience - having run over 150 accelerators. They provide unique tools to founders to help increase their efficiency, sustainability, impact, and inclusiveness.
Silicon Valley Liberia
Silicon Valley Liberia is an innovation center that focuses on STEM Education for Liberia’s youthful population to contribute to the global Digital Transformation. <p></p> We provide a child-friendly environment where students are taught the fundamentals of technologies such as: Computer Basics, Coding, Cyber Security, Robotics, Problem-solving, etc. <p></p> LEARN & GROW Learn & Grow is an after-school program designed to make learning easy and fun for children. It focuses primarily on the academic performance of students. <p></p> We offer the following: <br> - Tutoring <br> - Homework Help <br> - Improve Test Scores <p></p> STEMOVATE <br> <mark>STEMOVATE is an all-day program packed with interactive and hands-on activities that develop kids critical thinking and problem-solving skills. It is challenging and fun, and keeps children engaged and motivated to learn. </mark> <p></p> We offer the following: <br> - Introduction to computer <br> - Web Development <br> - Coding <br> - Graphic Design <br> - Digital Marketing <br> - Cyber Security <br> - Robotics
Algorithmics Rabat
Algorithmics Rabat uses a 2.0 learning platform that introduces children aged 6 to 18 to science and computer science in a fun and interactive way. No need for books, notebooks or pens! Everything is done on our platform, on any device connected to the Internet. <p></p> Children learn at their own pace, with modern and varied tools: <mark><br> -I.T training courses, more than 20 educational tools, a video platform, a global social network and a project laboratory. <br> - Parents can follow their children's progress, tasks and projects in real time on the platform. </mark> <p></p> And the best: all the lessons are in English, the language of the future! Children immerse themselves in the language while developing essential soft skills like communication, creativity, collaboration and problem solving. <p></p> It's a unique method that allows them to learn three subjects at the same time, faster and better than with traditional lessons. Algorithmics Rabat is education 2.0, which stimulates children's critical thinking, logic and creativity while preparing them for the world of tomorrow. <p></p> Enroll your child today at Algorithmics Rabat and give them a chance at a futuristic education <p></p> How much of what a child learns at school will they manage to apply to real life? To make sure our students not only build their knowledge but also achieve results, we’ve developed our own teaching methodology <p></p> Our key principles are:<br> <mark>1. Exciting topics<br> Whether it's launching a spaceship to Mars, going undercover as a special agent, or a career in an IT company, every course at Algorithmics is an adventure with a captivating story</mark> <p></p> 2. Sparking passion<br> We focus on solving concrete problems, not abstract tasks. How do you make a cartoon character move? Say hello to degree angles! <p></p> 3. No overloading<br> We switch topics regularly so that our students don't get bored. A single class might include a comic on a new topic, physical activities, and discussing the latest IT news. <p></p> Learn, Create, Communicate<br> All our classes take place on our online learning platform. You don't need to download new software, buy textbooks or check homework because the Algorithmics platform does all three: <p></p> Smart school book<br> Your kid will learn at their own pace — our platform analyzes their progress and suggests tasks with the right difficulty level <p></p> <mark>Laboratory of projects<br> Here students apply their knowledge in practice right from the start: build games in Scratch or develop apps in Python</mark> <p></p> Community of interest<br> Children share their projects right in the platform: like, comment and find friends among Algorithmics students all around the world
IIPGH Academy
IIPGH(The Institute of ICT Professionals Ghana) Academy is the platform for students, professionals, and organizations to accelerate ICT education and for economic growth and social good and to inspire confidence that enables innovation in our environment. <mark>IIPGH Academy is at the very heart of the ICT innovation and training, fostering knowledge in evolving technologies, services, and allocation of resources to create a seamless global ICT human resource capacity and ecosystem that is practical, reliable, and convenient.</mark> <p></p> The Academy is focused on providing ICT skills training that enables the digital evolution of organizations. So far, together with our partners, IIPGH Academy has trained over 30,000 persons (since 2018) in Digital Skills, various computer programming languages, web technologies, Data Science, and cybersecurity. The organization consists of professionals across all the domains of ICT. Our members have experience in both domestic and international ICT markets contributing to projects and the management of the operations for top organizations in the ICT industry. Our goal is to provide the most professional ICT service at the minimum cost that will enable individuals and organizations to invest the cost savings in order to grow. <p></p> OUR AIM <br> The organization aims to use its platform to equip professionals and students with skills in emerging technologies that would augment teaching and learning, entrepreneurship and employability in today’s fast-moving technological world. <mark> <br> - Coding Education for Ghana Program (for kids, teens, and adults) <br> - Professional Skills Development – Python for Data Science for professionals; Information and Cybersecurity; Data Protection; Internet Governance. <br> - National Teaching Council accreditation–Continuous Professional Development for teachers <br> - Digital skills education (basic, intermediate, advanced) </mark>
Blossom Academy
We are fueling the future of work by providing diverse data talents at scale, bridging the skills gap while equalizing opportunity for all. At Blossom Academy we believe that the technology skills gap fundamentally exists as a result of an opportunity gap. That talent is created equal, but opportunity is not. Everything we do is about closing the opportunity gap. We develop opportunities for those that have the aptitude and attitude to be successful data professionals – and to provide them with the right skills they need to be ready for industry. <p></p> <mark>Data Analytics<br> Master the industry tools to transform, analyze large real-world data sets and present insights. <p></p> Digital Marketing<br> Apply modern marketing strategies, and drive growth with comprehensive, multichannel campaigns. <p></p> Data Science<br> Leveraging software development and statistics to find hidden patterns in data, to train and develop models. </mark> <p></p> Why Choose Blossom? <br> Field Experienced Instructors <br> Each cohort is led by qualified data professionals who are background checked and tested for skillset. <p></p> Cutting Edge Training Program <br> We do not stop at providing you with the hard skills. We also equip you with the leadership skills required to excel. <p></p> Hands-On Learning Style <br> Take advantage of hands-on learning opportunities and benefit from a supportive learning environment.
TechTen Planet
TechTen Planet Ghana is a social organization supported by European partners that equips people with advanced digital skills training that enables job creation and technical problem-solving. We centre our training around Raspberry Pi, Scratch and Python. <p></p> Our goal with the Techten project in Ghana is to offer a training center that inspires technical thinking, active and hands-on learning, creative thinking and problem-solving skills. We know people want to learn and better their lives and one is by handing the needed tools to be able to do so. Techten-Ghana provides the facility for young people to develop useful skills that they can use to help their communities and to create more opportunities. <p></p> We can help bridge the technical skills chasm in Ghana by providing facilities where young people can get hands-on training and experiment with larger problem-solving tools and technological frameworks. <p></p> <mark>We are now open and gradually offering thoughtful knitted programs that concentrate on creative skills, project-based learning and solution-oriented skills. Our tutoring style allows online and on-site tutoring and mentoring. We look forward to building instructors with hands-on skills in automation, programming, electronica, robotics and domestic/industrial installations. </mark> <p></p> We encourage teamwork and a space for every student and participant to express and develop their skillset. We measure our success by these focussed areas: <p></p> Job focus: How many of our learners go on to find jobs? <p></p> Development focus: How many of our learners develop their own product? <p></p> Entrepreneurship/ Project base: How many of our learners start their own business?
Starters Technology
We are dedicated to leveraging the latest technologies to create customised learning paths for young people that will help them reach their full potential and prepare them for a successful career in the fields that do not have gatekeepers like engineering, artificial intelligence, programming, arts and technology, and robotics <p></p> <mark>Programming and development<br> This serves as the foundation for most technological advancement in this age. Most, if not all our students, take some kind of computer programming course as part of their customized programs. Our students think with a creators mentality knowing they can build solutions if they put their mind to it.</mark> <p></p> Robotics, electronics & mechatronics<br> This is an uprising wave that will move technological hardware to the next level. Students take courses that strengthen their technical know-how in programming, electronics, mechanics, and robotics. Students learn to build and program hardware to solve problems around them. <p></p> Design, Illustration & animation<br> This directly affects how people feel and is applied across all industries. Students learn to use the tools that make it easy for them to create a feeling or communicate an idea through design, illustration and animation.
FestMan Learning Hub
With the global economy experiencing a massive change and digital transformation, upskilling and reskilling have taken on a renewed sense of urgency. <p></p> To prepare for the jobs of the future, professionals and those who wants to advance their career need to make lifelong learning the new normal. Professionals who see good opportunity to learn and grow are 2.9 times more likely to be in demand and engaged. <p></p> At FestMan, our mission is to arm you with the digital skills required to adapt to the changing work environment and prepare for the future of work. <p></p> <mark>We deliver online and in-person premium digital skills training and courses to help you reposition yourself for exciting career opportunities in this rapidly changing work environment. We provide training in Data Analytics, Data Science, UX Design, Financial Modeling and Digital Marketing. </mark> <p></p> We partner with Industry Experts and Leaders to train and equip professionals with relevant and in-demand digital skills. <p></p> We are building the largest community of Data and digitally-savvy professionals in Ghana and Africa.
Accra Business School
This course provides a unique blend of business and IT subjects which is viewed by industry as an essential element in the role of a modern IT manager. The course comprises a significant amount of practical work. In particular, Year 1 features continuous assessments with no final year exam, enabling students to monitor progress throughout the year. <p></p> On completion of the course, students will have a detailed understanding of: <br> - Network systems management, advanced database management <br> - Strategic management <br> - Team work and people management skills <br> - Financial information management <br> - Day-to-day IT department management. <p></p> IS THIS COURSE FOR YOU? <br> <mark>Are you interested in working as an IT professional, but not necessarily as a software developer? Are you interested in a qualification that enables you to work in a vast array of organisations from small local companies to large multinationals? Are you interested in a course that gives you exposure to business and IT subjects much needed in industry?</mark> <p></p> CAREER OPPORTUNITIES <br> Graduates are qualified to work across the IT spectrum in any industry sector. <p></p> Some sample positions include: <br> - Business Analyst Systems Administrator <br> - IT Consultant <br> - Database Administrator <br> - Network Administrator <br> - Web Developer <br> - Deployment Engineer Data Management Analyst <br> - IT Manager <br> - Project Manager <br> - Self-employed.
Workify
Workify is a women- owned and operated business. We care for our members and for detail, we always take that extra step to make sure our members are able to focus on their core business only. <p></p> Our vision is to provide professional office space, but accessible to all. We provide tailor-made solutions, since every company is unique and has its own needs. We welcome micro, small & medium sized companies, that should be able to grow within Workify. We provide for each size the right solution: You are able to book a single desk at Studio 12, where only co-working is provided and grow into a private office in a later stage. <p></p> For all our members, we always try to provide excellent services with a personal touch. <p></p> We are here for you. <p></p> Welcome to Studio 12 <br> <mark>Located on the 12th floor of our Kilimani location, you will find our co-working space Studio 12. Not ready for a private office yet? But still looking for a professional, designed working environment, where you are able to welcome your clients? Studio 12 has it all! You can have lunch at our allround balcony or afterwork drinks with your colleagues & friends. Besides, it has the best view all over Nairobi.</mark> <p></p> Private Offices <br> Workify offers a new way of working. No more long term lease agreements but flexible license agreements where you pay for use only. Workify is able to provide tailor-made office solutions. <p></p> We offer a variety of office sizes, fully furnished & serviced, where our members can focus on their core business only and we will take care of the rest! <p></p> Become a member of Workify, bring your laptop, grab a coffee and start working. <p></p> Meeting Rooms <br> We have created meeting and event spaces not only for you to work in, but also to play in, learn in, and collaborate within. We believe in physical meetings but during COVID-19 you are welcome to host a webinar in our meeting rooms to stay safe. Our members have meeting rooms included and discounted rates. For visitors, kindly see the rates while clicking on the meeting rooms:
Workstyle Africa
We offer innovative, design led, flexible meeting and workspaces across our locations in Nairobi. Through our spaces we provide businesses with a launchpad for ideas and a space for collaboration and growth. <p></p>Space has the ability to transform ideas, grow businesses and give established firms room to thrive. That’s why we’ve created exquisite furnished offices in Westlands, that are well equipped to inspire and grow your ideas. <p></p> Through our <mark>well-situated locations, flexible membership plans, excellent suite for amenities, and diverse community network we provide you and your business with a launchpad for ideas, and a space for collaboration & growth.</mark> <p></p> Workstyle is a shared office space for you to work, meet, and develop inspiring ideas. <p></p> All our memberships include: Front Desk Service <br> Our team is on hand to assist you and provides call and mail handling services. <p></p>High-Speed Internet <br> Super-fast internet, ideal for your video conferencing, and online co-working needs. <p></p>Lounge & Kitchenette <br> Unique lounges and access to break rooms fitted with the best offering of Kenyan coffee and tea.
Jenga Leo Coworking
Welcome to Jenga Leo Coworking, your premier destination for flexible serviced offices in the heart of Nairobi. Our affordable shared workspace is designed to foster collaboration and productivity while providing a vibrant community for entrepreneurs, freelancers, and independent professionals. <p></p> Conveniently located and easily accessible by public transportation, car, or bike, our coworking space in Westlands offers the flexibility you need to work efficiently from anywhere. With state-of-the-art facilities and a modern ambiance, we provide a comfortable and inspiring environment to fuel your creativity. <p></p> <mark>Choose from a variety of workspaces tailored to your unique needs, whether you prefer a traditional office setting, a quiet corner for focused work, or a collaborative environment. Our breakout areas offer the perfect spaces to recharge and refresh throughout the day.</mark> <p></p> Host successful meetings or events in our multiple well equipped meeting rooms and conference facilities, complete with on-site catering. Take a moment to relax and refocus in our modern meditation room. <p></p> After a productive workday, unwind at our rooftop bar and gym, exclusively available to our members. Enjoy a refreshing drink and take in the stunning city views. <p></p> At Jenga Leo Coworking, we believe work should be enjoyable. That’s why we offer affordable membership fees with no long-term contracts. Join our thriving community of like-minded professionals and experience the best coworking has to offer. <p></p> Experience the convenience of our contemporary and expansive flexible serviced office coworking facilities, creating a professional and productive environment. Discover private offices, well-equipped meeting rooms, and spacious conference spaces tailored to meet your business needs. <p></p> Meeting rooms: <br> - On Demand Stationery <br> - Smart TVs With Virtual Conferencing System <br> - Whiteboards & Flip Charts <br> - Fruit Water, Tea , Coffee and snacks <br> - Serviced Waiting Rooms <br> - High-Speed Internet <br> - Catered Conferencing
Indigo Cowork Space
Indigo Cowork Space offers members a unique work experience in a custom-built modern working space surrounded by greenery, natural light & fresh air. We’re based at the canopy level of mature forest, where our floor-to- ceiling windows offer close-up stunning views of majestic 100 ft high mature trees. We’re offering you an ultra modern working space, surrounded by a rich habitat in a leafy green world, complete with East Africa’s famous vervet monkeys playing in the trees, as part of your working environment. <p></p> Why You Should Join Our Cowork Space <mark> <br> - Healthy Environment <br> - Modern Amenities <br> - Quiet & Serene <br> - Friendly & Supportive</mark> <p></p> The design speaks to today’s professional- looking for modern amenities within an environmentally healthy space of wellness, positivity and wellbeing.
The MintHub
The Minthub is a unique, affordable and creative co-working space in the heart of Westlands, Nairobi. We offer high quality coworking spaces. <p></p> Our virtual office package is perfect for entrepreneurs looking for a space to work for just a few days a month. This package is great for businesses that do not need an office every day of the month because they usually travel or go to field assignments. It also works well for businesses looking to get a regular office space at a start-up friendly price. <p></p> <mark>Shared Private Office package provides the right environment for your business to flourish by combining the privacy of an enclosed office, flexible memberships and benefits of coworking at a great discount.</mark> <p></p> Standard desk package gives you a permanent sitting position in our co-working space. It allows you to work on your tasks with extra concentration while managing your time more wisely. This package is great for businesses looking to use an office space every weekday of the month while saving on cost. <p></p> Includes <br> - Professional business address <br> - 8 Day office access from 7am-7pm <br> - 6 Free Meeting room hours per month <br> - Multipurpose printers <br> - In house advertising to build your brand <br> - High Speed Internet <br> - Access to shared kitchen area <br> - Cleaning, security and other utilities <br> - Access to lounge and skype booths <br> - Filtered water,tea and coffee
Workable
Our flexible approach allows your workspace to be scaled up or down to accommodate teams of two, or up to forty, as your needs change. <p></p> Work. Life. Focus. <br> At Workable, we understand that everyone works differently. Some prefer a social, collaborative approach, while others like to hunker down in privacy. Workable can accommodate these work styles, and all things in between. Everything at Workable has been considered to create the ideal work environment – whatever that means for you. Our focus is you! <p></p> Why Workable? <br> We'll handle your everyday work needs so you can focus on the continued success of your business. Workable is more of a community than just a workspace. You'll benefit from all the networking, camaraderie, collaboration, and learning opportunities shared with a motivated group of like-minded peers from diverse sectors and backgrounds. <p></p> The Place to Be <br> Samlam Tower, Westlands, Nairobi <br> - Hub of Nairobi's top shopping, hotels, restaurants, and nightlife <br> - Only a twenty-minute drive to JKIA airport <br> - Close to public transit terminal and new Nairobi Expressway <br> - Close to fifteen popular gym facilities
Diba Studios
Diba Studios is a leading provider of rental business center solutions, coworking spaces, and conference halls in Nairobi. Our innovative and flexible workspace solutions are designed to meet the needs of businesses of all sizes, from startups to established corporations. Our rental business center provides fully-equipped offices, boardrooms, and conference halls that are ideal for holding meetings, training sessions, and corporate events. <p></p> <mark>Our co-working spaces offer entrepreneurs, freelancers, and small business owners a professional environment to work and network with like-minded individuals. Our conference halls are equipped with state-of-the-art technology, making them perfect for hosting seminars, workshops, and large-scale events.</mark> At Diba Studios, we are dedicated to providing our clients with exceptional service and support, ensuring that they have everything they need to achieve their business goals. <br> - Cost savings <br> - Flexibility <br> - Collaboration <br> - Amenities <br> - Networking <br> - Cancel anytime <p></p> What's included: <br> All packages at our facility include free high-speed internet access with extensive coverage, complimentary parking, and access to filtered water, coffee, and tea. Members also have access to a shared kitchen and can relax in the garden or lounge. These amenities are all included in every package.
Ikigai
Ikigai is a coworking office space in Nairobi that promotes wellness by creating workspaces that blend into the natural environment. We believe that individuals are more creative, healthier and happier in the outdoors. Whether you require a desk, a private office, a quiet place to hold a meeting or a secluded area to hold an event, our green spaces promote community, productivity, socializing and collaboration. <p></p> We are a team of passionate entrepreneurs that create unique shared office spaces in Nairobi where individuals can discover their Ikigai or their reason for being. Community is at the heart of everything we do because we believe that the collective can achieve greatness. Our spaces create an environment that is not quite your office and not quite your home, but that silver lining in between that allows you to relax and be productive. <p></p>The flexible seating arrangement allows our members to choose from standing desks to private booths, from swings to couches and everything in between, either indoors or outside. <mark>Our communal membership includes all the shared amenities that our locations have to offer including meeting rooms, specialty coffee bars and outdoor cafes, complimentary yoga & meditation, phone booths, prayer rooms, mother’s rooms, showers and so much more. Simply choose an open seat in our coworking area and get to work.</mark> <p></p> Ikigai Nairobi offers incredible conferencing facilities for all types of events and workshops. <br> Our conference spaces are designed for productive meetings. Each location provides a unique setting for your meeting with the possibility of combining conference spaces with our outdoor garden spaces. Whether you want to host a board meeting, team building session, a team offsite, or a series on interviews, we’ve got you covered. Our incredible hospitality team will take care of everything for you, so you don’t have to!
Visa Accelerator Program
Unlock your startup's potential and fast-track your success in the dynamic world of fintech with the Visa Accelerator program. This groundbreaking initiative connects Africa's brightest minds with experienced mentors, cutting-edge technology, and unparalleled investment opportunities. <p></p> Are you ready to disrupt the industry, revolutionize finance, and make an impact in the ecosystem? <mark>Join us on this exciting 3-months journey to propel your startup towards unprecedented growth and recognition. It's time to unleash your entrepreneurial spirit and forge a path to success in the vibrant fintech landscape. </mark> <p></p> Benefits<br> Knowledge and Expertise <br> Gain a competitive edge with a tailored program covering product design, marketing, finance, sales and more. Receive experts’ guidance and strategic insights to accelerate your startup's growth and unlock its full potential. <p></p>Mentorship <br> Gain access to 1:1 mentoring from experts and founders in the ecosystem from Africa and beyond. Learn from the experience of others to solve your challenges. <p></p>Visa Specific Training <br> Benefit from exclusive Fintech and payment training modules designed by Visa. Enhance your understanding of the fintech landscape, payment ecosystem, and industry best practices. Startups will also get the chance to access Visa’s developer portal and experiment with Visa products and services. <p></p>Funding <br> Secure the funding you need to bring your innovative ideas to life. Showcase your startup during the Demo Day and you could be considered for an investment opportunity by Visa, Plug and Play, and our wider Venture Capital community. <p></p>Partnership Opportunities <br> Forge powerful partnerships that can drive your startup forward. The program aims to open doors to valuable collaboration opportunities with industry leaders, innovative companies, and strategic partners. <p></p>Product Perks <br> Gain access to a wide selection of product perks and discounts from over 100 vendors for a combined offer value over $200,000. Offers include credits from Google Cloud, HubSpot.
ARM Labs Lagos Techstars Accelerator
The ARM Labs Lagos Techstars Accelerator Program invests in early-stage startups based in Africa with a focus on FinTech, Mobility, E-commerce and TalentTech. <p></p> Techstars accelerators have one goal: to help entrepreneurs succeed. During each three-month program, we surround companies with the best mentors and an unrivaled network of corporate partners, investors, and alumni. <mark>We provide funding and fundraising opportunities, workshops and curated resources, not to mention countless moments where you can learn from your peers.</mark> It’s a proven model that’s helped build thousands of successful companies, all over the world.
AWS FinTech Africa Accelerator
The AWS FinTech Africa Accelerator is a virtual, equity-free 10-week program that leverages the best of Amazon's infrastructure and partner network to support pre-seed and seed stage FinTech startups developing their projects in Africa and beyond in the following categories: <br> - Open & Embedded Finance <br> - Big Data & AIML <br> - Blockchain & Decentralised Finance <br> - FinTech-as-a-service <br> - Financial inclusion & Sustainability <p></p> <mark>The Accelerator gives high-potential seed-stage fintech companies the specialized mentorship, resources, and partnership opportunities they need to better leverage AI, innovate financial services, and meet new customer demands—all while creating powerful solutions in the cloud.</mark> <p></p> AWS FinTech Africa Accelerator trains chief executive and chief technology officers in strategy, tech team management, product development, and helps founders prepare for navigating the complexities of fundraising. Amazon does not take equity or debt in the companies. <p></p> Startups that are selected will join AWS’ Activate program which provides founders with up to $25,000 in Activate Credits, and other services. Founders will also participate in workshops and one-on-one sessions with industry experts to address specific challenges their company faces.
Cubit Ventures
Cubit Ventures is an early stage venture fund backing tech startups driving digital transformation in North Africa. <p></p> <mark>We invest in inspiring founders who leverage local engineering talent, helping them scale with our extensive global network.</mark> <p></p> Our strategic alliance with Founder Institute and our extensive eco-system engagement ensures great deal flow, business acceleration, market access, and exit potential via our partnerships' huge network of VCs and portfolio companies. <p></p> TARGET IMPACT <br> Supporting companies that make us proud of what they do <br> - Helping local companies scale globally capitalizing on our expansive global networks <br> - Backing North African startups will be instrumental to tech talent brain-drain reduction <br> - <mark>We believe that startups are the primary vehicle for innovation and job creation in North Africa</mark> <br> - In search for startups where the solution directly creates impact for low and middle-income communities <br> -In search for solutions that enable financial inclusion across different socio-economic segments <br> - In search for solutions that expand healthcare or education access and/or brings costs down <br> - We believe that making money and making a positive impact on the world doesn’t have to be mutually exclusive, so we prefer startups with a socially responsive mindset
Benin Business Angels Network
Benin Business Angels Network is a network of Business Angels based in Benin. Launched in April 2019 at the end of the Early Stage Startup Investment Conference (ESSIC), it is made up of local and diaspora entrepreneurs, investors and professionals willing to invest their money, open their networks and guide ecosystem entrepreneurs. The network will help provide seed capital to promising startups to help them grow rapidly. <p></p> Capital contribution<br> The BBAN provides startups in the seed or development phase with financing from individual or group investments made up of investments in equity or convertible debt. <p></p> Skills contribution<br> <mark>Beyond the financial aspect, entrepreneurs benefit from the expertise of Business Angels (BA) who offer them quality mentoring and support with a view to improving the management of their businesses.</mark> <p></p> Contribution of a network<br> The BBAN provides entrepreneurs with a vast relational network, important for broadening their fields of action and accelerating the growth of their businesses.
Black Umbrellas
Black Umbrellas is an enterprise and supplier development (ESD) incubation organisation that partners with entrepreneurs, enterprises, investors and communities, to drive an inclusive and sustainable economic future by enabling the success of emerging SMEs. <p></p> 1. Black Umbrellas Virtual Incubator <br> The Black Umbrellas Virtual Incubator is an <mark>online platform that is designed to offer training, mentoring support and business coaching from anywhere with an internet connection. No matter where you are in your entrepreneurial journey, we’ll help you build a resilient, compliant and sustainable business.</mark> <p></p> 2. Accelerator Programme <br> Your high-growth enterprise deserves the right kind of support. With access to procurement, finance and networking opportunities, your business can scale and create jobs to shape the South Africa we all dream of. <p></p> Tap into your true potential with the Black Umbrellas Accelerator Programme. <p></p> If you’re a high-growth enterprise with the potential to create jobs and scale, this programme is for you. <br><mark>What’s In It For You ? <br> - A customised development journey <br> - Learning and training through master classes <br> - Access to an Executive Business Coach <br> - Facilitated access to procurement opportunities by way of a premium listing on our procurement platform <br> - Access to finance <br> - Exciting networking events!</mark> <p></p> A future of business excellence awaits <p></p> 3. Co-Spacing <br> Need affordable office space to get some work done? Our co-spacing offices are open to the public, no need to be a part of the BU programme! <p></p> Sign up for 6 months of co-spacing and get 1 month free! <p></p> Need an affordable office space to get some work done? <p></p> Our co-spacing offices are open to the public, no need to be a part of the BU programme! <p></p> With a range of options to perfectly fit your schedule and space requirements, Black Umbrellas’ co-spacing offices are designed to suit your productivity needs with access to the following facilities: <mark> <br> - Printing <br> - Telephones <br> - Internet connectivity <br> - Reception services <br> - Boardrooms & conferencing facilities <br> - Tea and Coffee Stations </mark>
Beta Ventures
Beta.Ventures is a New York and Lagos based venture capital firm helping ambitious entrepreneurs build innovative products and services, with a focus on rapid revenue and profit growth. We are unique in our ability to help companies grow organically in Africa, while also scaling globally. <p></p> <mark>We work closely with talented founders and teams from product idea to product launch through to the next stage of company development with a goal to maximize success and minimize risk.</mark> <p></p> Our partners, affiliates and mentors lead top technology companies locally and internationally and we encourage you to partner with us to take advantage of our experience building great products/services, negotiating partnerships and deals, leading teams, and raising money. <p></p> With us, you will avoid mistakes we, and others, have made.
Acasia Ventures
Acasia Ventures invests in people first. Our commitment to our founders goes beyond financial capital. <mark>We continuously support early-stage startups throughout their life cycles, setting a solid and long-lasting foundation for their success. </mark> <p></p> As first believers, Acasia Ventures works closely with founders by providing venture capital, unique insights, opportunities to expand to new markets and access to global investors and connections. Our community empowers individuals to build highly scalable, sustainable digital solutions that solve real-world essential problems.
Chanzo Capital
Chanzo Capital is a venture and growth capital firm, investing Capital, Capacity and Community in high-tech Startups and Scaleups in Kenya, Ivory Coast, Nigeria, Ghana and South Africa (KINGS) – these countries make up the "KINGS" of Africa's digital economy. – these countries make up the of Africa's digital economy. <p></p> What we do <br> <mark>We invest between $500K and $5M staggered over the exponential growth phase of the company from Series A to C. We also make Seed investments of $50K to $500K</mark> <p></p>Our intentions <br> The firm intends to finance the growth and development of the high-tech sector through the provision of Capital, Capacity and Community to our portfolio of companies and the entire ecosystem in Africa. <p></p> Capacity <br> We have being developing the Capacity of our portfolio companies by strengthening the leadership of the senior management teams and introducing corporate governance. We also help in re-organizing the corporate and organizational structure of the businesses. <p></p>Community <br> We have being developing the Community in Africa through our annual Angel Fair Africa which brings selected entrepreneurs to pitch to invited investors. Over the six years of organizing the event, we have realized US$23m of investment and 1 exit.
Chinook Capital
Chinook Capital is a venture capital firm focused on making investment in "pre-seed" and early stage ventures that are building a viable and scalable technology businesses for strong financial returns with maximum impacts. <p></p> We partner with exceptional entrepreneurs and work side-by-side with them to turn great ideas into remarkable companies, by helping them to provide earliest institutional funding to launch and scale their new ventures. As operators and entrepreneurs, ourselves, we roll up our sleeves and work with the entrepreneurs in all parts of their businesses that need additional resources. <mark>We provide more than capital to our investees, we provide support from market validation, product design, product-market-fit, customer discovery to creating fundable and scalable business. </mark> <p></p> Vision <br> To be the most admirable technology investment firm in Africa. <p></p>Mission <br> Serve as a catalyst to bridge the gap between capital and innovation. <p></p>New Venture <br> We combine seed capital, hands-on help and a great co-working location with an expert team to positively impact the trajectory of early-stage startups. <mark>Through Chinook Lab Program, we invest at the earliest stage of a startup's lifecycle "pre-seed", as the first institutional capital - and helps the entrepreneurs validate and iterate on the original hypotheses of their core business concepts. In short, we help companies achieve product-market fit in preparation to raise institutional venture financing.</mark> <p></p>Strategy Reboot <br> We help existing businesses revamp their strategies through early-stage investment, increase their addressable market opportunities and operationally focus on accelerating revenue growth to become a high-growth, venture-fundable business. We work alongside with the entrepreneurs to give birth to new industry-leading companies by leveraging on our experience and relationships as a fund manager to turn great ideas into great companies.
Comoe Capital
Comoé Capital is a private company under Ivorian law created in 2018 by entrepreneurs and private actors including Investisseurs & Partenaires (I&P), a pioneering group in impact investment, entirely dedicated to the financing and support of start-ups and small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Sub-Saharan Africa. <p></p> Our approach <br> <mark>Comoé Capital works with Ivorian entrepreneurs and local suppliers to develop a dynamic community of SMEs in Côte d’Ivoire. Working with the entrepreneur, we build a strategy to boost the company’s development.</mark> <br> Our approach is organized around the entrepreneur with whom we aim to build a long-term relationship based on trust. <p></p> Our Impact Objectives <br> We are persuaded that companies have an essential social role in the real economy. <br> In addition to the extra-financial activities, Comoé Capital is a committed player in Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) criteria. <br> One of our objectives is also to promote the social and environmental responsibility of the company and build with the entrepreneur an action plan to boost the impacts on each of its stakeholders (employees, customers, local communities, suppliers…), referring to the framework established by the United Nations with the Sustainable Development Goals. <p></p>Entrepreneur Corner <br> In parallel with its investment activities, Comoé Capital publishes Entrepreneur Corner, a trimestrial magazine providing a sector analysis (education, health, digital, etc.), and success-stories of entrepreneurs. More than just an information support, Entrepreneur Corner is a real advocacy tool in favor of Ivorian entrepreneurship.
STEM Impact Centre Kenya
The STEM Impact Centre Kenya is a youth development non-profit organization that leverages Science, Technology, and Innovations (STI) to enhance technical skills development, youth empowerment, employment creation, entrepreneurship, and innovation. <p></p> Mission & Vision Statement <br> <mark>To deliver equitable and high-quality education by providing an innovative learning environment that promotes youth skills development supports sustainable communities, and promotes economic growth through STEM.</mark> <p></p> Our Core Values <br> - Social Responsibility: We are dedicated to positively impacting and promoting the well-being of the communities we serve. <br> - Integrity: We operate with honesty and transparency, and adhere to high ethical standards. <br> - Inclusivity: We are committed to providing an inclusive environment that respects and values equity, diversity, dignity, and respect for all. <br> - Collaborations: We believe nurturing relationships are foundational to our success and we incorporate partnerships to create value and maximize impact, innovation and longevity.
Africa Digital Media Insititute
ADMI’s Programming Fundamentals certificate is designed to introduce basics of programming in different languages related to AR and VR with different purposes. Through a practice-based approach students will explore basic of C#, Unity and Blender. <p></p> Course Overview <br> Students will learn how to create virtual interactive elements, 3D art, principles of good software development, virtual and augmented projects management, and world building in Unity. <p></p> This will be taught within two projects over a span of 3 months each. <p></p>Course Units Covered: <mark> <br> - Introduction to Object Oriented Programming principles <br> - Introduction to Unity Editor <br> - Introduction to Creating interactive elements <br> - Introduction to 3D interactive art <br> - Principles of Good software development <br> - Project management <br> - World building in Unity using probuilder <br> - Revisiting 3D game art </mark>
KodeWood
KodeWood School is a 21st-century career-focused online coding school for kids & teens around the world. KodeWood School is introducing a new model of higher education in which the school invests in the students, instead of the other way around. <p></p> KodeWood School was created in 2020 by a team of software engineers with a passion for code, mentorship, and education. Our aim is to continuously find the best ways to train the next generation of developers and transform the way tech education is delivered especially in Africa. 1 year later, we have introduced over 100 Kenyans to the practice of coding and launched 100+ graduates into careers as professional developers. <mark>With the support of a brilliant team of instructors and mentors who view coding as the ultimate craft, we continue to empower students, launch careers, and contribute to the incredible growth of Kenya's tech industry.</mark> <p></p> Our Vision <br> We envision a prosperous Kenya & Africa where all young people have the skills and confidence to harness the power of technology to create a better and more inclusive future. <p></p> Our Mission <br> <mark>To continuously find the best ways to train the next generation of developers and transform the way tech education is delivered especially in Africa.</mark> <p></p>OUR PROGRAMS <br> All coding sessions are 100% online and are perfect for kids, teens and adults. We offer multiple flexible support options for all our students! Beginners wanted and welcomed! <br> - Start with the basics <br> - No experience needed! <br> - Proper teacher support <br> - Flexible scheduling <br> - Work from home!!!
Pwani Teknowgalz
We are a technology women-led, registered community-based organization that equips girls and young women in marginalized communities in Kenya with <mark>employable practical skills in STEM(Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths) with the aim of empowering them economically to have sustainable skills and contribute to the digital economy.</mark> We have pioneered and conducted a broad spectrum of programs on technology for young women in various counties and towns in Kenya. These include; Nakuru, Kisumu, Lamu, Mombasa and Nairobi. <p></p>Pwani Teknowgalz was started by passionate young women in tech Aisha Abubakar, Joan Nabusoba and Ruth Kaveke while studying Technology at Technical University of Mombasa. They were amazed by the low representation of women in technology in their class and were inspired to bridge this gap. So far we have worked with a total number of 6000 young women. The programs we run include STEM CAFE Kenya, Technovation, Codehack, Africa Code Week, Mombasa Girls in STEM and Django Girls.