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Disrupt Africa Disrupt Africa

The one-stop-shop for all the news and views on Africa's tech startup ecosystem. Africa’s startup portal! Disrupt Africa is a one-stop-shop for all news, information and commentary pertaining to the continent’s tech startup - and investment - ecosystem. With journalists roaming the continent to find, meet, and interview the most innovative and disruptive tech startups, Disrupt Africa is a true showcase of Africa’s most promising businesses and business ideas. Our readers can keep up-to-date with the quirky world of tech hubs and accelerator programmes; and our reporters provide live coverage of the all-important tech and entrepreneurship events across Africa. For …

Type: Media

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Duhqa Duhqa

Duhqa is a last mile end to end supply chain & distribution technology platform. Techstars Backed company Last mile end to end supply chain & distribution technology platform enabling suppliers, kiosks and individuals to buy and sell easily through innovation, imagination and ingenuity. A Techstars Backed company Duhqa is coined from the common Arabic and Swahili word "Duka" meaning shop. Commonly used in East, West and North Africa. We have a team that comprises of professionals across different countries in Africa who understand the challenges that affect the continent in logistics and distribution. We pride ourselves in having the best …

Type: Startup Activities: transporttech Technologies: SaaS

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World Economic Forum World Economic Forum

The World Economic Forum is the International Organization for Public-Private Cooperation. We are the international institution for public private cooperation. We connect communities of leaders around global issues through high-level meetings, research, initiatives and digital networks. We are non-profit, impartial and independent. We believe dialogue and cooperation between business, government and civil society can improve the state of the world.

Tags: H2020 Type: NGO, Think-tanks, Ed, & Culture Activities: civictech

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AfriLabs AfriLabs

AfriLabs was created to support African technology hubs by providing financing, mentoring, networking opportunities and other capacity-building resources for high-potential entrepreneurs. We have the vision to build a thriving innovation economy in Africa, powered by our community. AfriLabs has a broad network of over 400 technology and innovation hubs across 53 African countries. As a network organization, AfriLabs works towards the following objectives: 1. Encourage technology, innovation and entrepreneurship in all forms. 2. Promote the creation of African-made technology, with a special focus on social, economic and environmental sectors. 3. Provide an environment characterized by open collaboration, technical innovation and …

Type: NGO, Think-tanks, Ed, & Culture Activities: it services

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Chandaria Industries Chandaria Industries

Leading Tissue and Hygiene Products Manufacturer in East Africa. Chandaria Industries is the largest company within Chandaria Group’s portfolio and was established on 1st May 1964. The company started out as a small Tissue Converting operation and today is the largest Tissue and Hygiene products manufacturer in Kenya, East and Central Africa. We are also the only Tissue and Hygiene products manufacturer that manufactures its products 100% in Kenya and the only fully integrated Tissue Paper manufacturer whose process starts from everyday paper waste as the raw material to the final distribution of our finished products. Being an ISO 9001-2008 …

Type: SMB Activities: manufacturing Technologies: New Materials

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Communications Authority of Kenya Communications Authority of Kenya

Official page of Kenya's ICT industry regulator I Reposts NOT endorsement I Email: info@ca.go.ke I #OpeningYourWorld The Communications Authority of Kenya (CA) is the regulatory agency for the communications sector in Kenya. Established in 1999 by the Kenya Information and Communications Act, 1998, the Authority is responsible for facilitating the development of the information and communications sectors including; broadcasting, cybersecurity, multimedia, telecommunications, electronic commerce, postal and courier services. This responsibility entails: Licensing all systems and services in the communications industry, including; telecommunications, postal, courier and broadcasting. Managing the country’s frequency spectrum and numbering resources. Facilitating the development and management of …

Type: Public Activities: govtech

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IKEA Foundation IKEA Foundation

The IKEA Foundation (Stichting IKEA Foundation) works to create a better everyday life for the many people. The IKEA Foundation is a strategic philanthropy that focuses its grant making efforts on tackling the two biggest threats to children’s futures: poverty and climate change. It currently grants more than €200 million per year to help improve family incomes and quality of life while protecting the planet from climate change. Since 2009, the IKEA Foundation has granted more than €2 billion to create a better future for children and their families. Climate and Livelihoods

Type: NGO, Think-tanks, Ed, & Culture Activities: cleantech greentech

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Kiva Kiva

Kiva is on a mission to expand financial access to help underserved communities thrive. Kiva (www.kiva.org) expands financial access to help underserved communities thrive. An international non-profit, we serve the financially excluded, especially underbanked women, refugees and communities impacted by forced displacement, climate-vulnerable people and systemically marginalized communities in the United States. By connecting people through crowdfunded loans, Kiva puts the power of financial inclusion in all our hands. Since 2005, the Kiva community has raised over $2 billion in loans, reaching over 5 million people in 84 countries. Kiva’s team is made up of 100+ employees and 450+ volunteers …

Type: Incubators & VCs

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High Level Panel for a Sustainable Ocean Economy High Level Panel for a Sustainable Ocean Economy

The Ocean Panel is a unique initiative by 19 world leaders who are building momentum for a sustainable ocean economy The High Level Panel for a Sustainable Ocean Economy (Ocean Panel) is a unique initiative by 18 world leaders who are building momentum for a sustainable ocean economy in which effective protection, sustainable production and equitable prosperity go hand in hand. 🇮🇩 🇦🇺 🇨🇦 🇨🇱 🇫🇯 🇫🇷 🇬🇭 🇯🇲 🇯🇵 🇰🇪 🇲🇽 🇳🇦 🇳🇴 🇵🇼 🇵🇹 🇸🇨 🇺🇸 🇬🇧

Type: NGO, Think-tanks, Ed, & Culture Activities: cleantech greentech

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BDO Norge BDO Norge

BDO provide a range of services within the areas of audit, accounting, consultancy, and taxation and duties. We see great value in having a local presence and roots, factors which enable us to work closely with our clients. We supply our services on the basis of our clients’ needs, and we deliver them with enthusiasm, professional solidity and in-depth knowledge of the sector involved. This is how we help create excellent results and a unique client experience. Our clients include major, global companies to small and medium-sized enterprises. BDO Norway employs more than 1 500 people and has more than …

Type: Large company

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Capital FM Kenya Capital FM Kenya

The Best Mix Of Music! Capital FM “The Best Mix of Music” is one of Kenya’s most listened to Radio station. Its mission is to enrich people's lives with programmes that inform, educate and entertain. Capital FM reaches more individuals on it radio, the web and mobile devices. Broadcasting, content making, new media, advertising, technology, event management, and copy writing

Type: Media

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Thomson Reuters Foundation Thomson Reuters Foundation

Bolstering the resilience of independent media, strengthening access to the law and promoting responsible business. We are the corporate foundation of Thomson Reuters, the world leading content and technology company. We work to strengthen independent journalism, enable access to the law, and promote responsible business. We use the combined power of journalism, the law and data intelligence to build global awareness of critical issues faced by humanity, inspire collective leadership, and help shape a prosperous world where no one is left behind. Women's Rights, Anti Corruption and Governance, Free Legal Assistance, Humanitarian News, Human Impact of Climate Change, Social Innovation, …

Type: SMB Activities: civictech Technologies: Decarbonization

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MBM Africa MBM Africa

Accelerating and elevating innovation by African founders MBM Africa is a venture builder, design, and innovation strategy firm helping African Founders around the world navigate the fundamentals of entrepreneurship. Our consultants and partners work with African Founders to navigate the commercialization of vetted ideas. Our Services +Innovation Development --Development of ideas into products, services or new business. *Product Development *Product Management Software Development Go to Market Strategy Marketing Global Linkages Service Growth Strategies Funded Founder Forum Founder Academy Self-Paced and Instructed Led Access to Cohort Programming 1-on-1 Mentoring peer mentorship from founders building startups in your tech sector Thought Leadership …

Type: Incubators & VCs

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Village Capital Village Capital

We’re reinventing the system to back the entrepreneurs of the future. Village Capital is reinventing the system to back the entrepreneurs of the future. Known for its groundbreaking approaches to supporting founders who are building solutions to emergent social, economic, and environmental challenges, VilCap unlocks critical social and financial capital for early-stage companies to maximize business and impact growth. Since 2009, Village Capital has supported over 1,400 startups that have raised over $5 billion in investment capital. It has made more than 150 investments through its various affiliated funds, including Vilcap Investments, which has invested in 110 peer-selected companies. Over …

Type: Incubators & VCs

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VC4A VC4A

Connecting startup entrepreneurs in emerging markets to the knowledge, network, and funding they need to succeed. VC4A is an ecosystem builder that leverages its infrastructure, network, and expertise for the programs that contribute to the global startup movement. Since 2008, the organization designs, structures, and implements successful entrepreneurship programs across emerging markets. VC4A runs an online platform featuring the world’s largest database of emerging market startups and connects local entrepreneurs to learning resources, mentors, investors, and partner programs. Visit https://vc4a.com/ for more information. VC4A.com - The platform for venture building. VC4A is the largest online community of entrepreneurs and investors …

Type: Incubators & VCs Activities: agritech

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USDA USDA

Leadership on food, agriculture, natural resources, rural development, nutrition and related issues The United States Department of Agriculture is the United States federal executive department responsible for developing and executing U.S. federal government policy on farming, agriculture, and food. It aims to meet the needs of farmers and ranchers, promote agricultural trade and production, work to assure food safety, protect natural resources, foster rural communities and end hunger in the United States and abroad. USDA is committed to providing safe and nutritious food, conservation, sustainable food production and revitalizing rural America.

Type: Public

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United Cities and Local Governments (UCLG) United Cities and Local Governments (UCLG)

UCLG represents and defends the interests of local and regional governments on the world stage. Headquarters: Barcelona. United Cities and Local Governments (UCLG) represents and defends the interests of local governments on the world stage, regardless of the size of the communities they serve. Headquartered in Barcelona, the organisation’s stated mission is: To be the united voice and world advocate of democratic local self-government, promoting its values, objectives and interests, through cooperation between local governments, and within the wider international community. UCLG’s members represent over half of the world’s total population Present in 140 of the 191 UN members states …

Type: NGO, Think-tanks, Ed, & Culture Activities: smart city

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UN Environment Programme UN Environment Programme

#ForNature The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) is the leading global environmental authority that sets the world's environmental agenda, promotes the coherent implementation of the environmental dimension of sustainable development within the United Nations system and serves as an authoritative advocate for the environment.

Type: Large company NGO, Think-tanks, Ed, & Culture Activities: cleantech greentech

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Techweez Techweez

Uncomplicating Tech. Clear, Insightful News, Reviews, Entertainment, and Guides for the Evolving World of Tech Uncomplicating Tech. Clear, Insightful News, Reviews, Entertainment, and Guides for the Evolving World of Tech Technology news and reviews, Gadget news, Mobile tech news, and Internet Business

Type: Media

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Sida Sida

[Automatic translation follows] Page - The Board for International Development Cooperation Sida is an administrative authority that works on behalf of the government and the Riksdag to create conditions for better living conditions for people living in poverty and oppression. International development cooperation

Type: Public

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Nest.vc Nest.vc

Providing Corporate Innovation Services Nest operates corporate innovation accelerators, invests in seed to growth-stage startups, and runs an entrepreneurial community called Mettā. Nest has built an innovation ecosystem to connect the fast-growing markets of Asia, Middle East, and Africa. Nest runs corporate innovation accelerators to connect startups with corporates; to corporate adopt new technologies and startups scale. Nest’s unique positioning: OUTCOME DRIVEN - Our programmes are designed to drive commercial outcome. Since 2015, Over 174 startups have been accelerated with their corporate partners; including Bangkok Bank, INFINITI, FedEx, DBS, Amex, and various governments. Everything that we do is to empower …

Type: Incubators & VCs

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Make-IT in Africa Make-IT in Africa

We believe in African innovation. Make-IT in Africa believes in the catalytic power of African innovation and digital technologies for green and inclusive development. In close collaboration with digital visionaries like start-ups, innovation enablers and political partners, we empower African innovation ecosystems. Together, we aim to strengthen an environment in which the full potential of African digital innovation can unfold. Our goal is to make innovation ecosystems future-ready—to build a resilient environment for digital visionaries and their partners. So, they can create impactful change in Africa—socially, environmentally, and economically. Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH implements this project on …

Type: Public

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GrowthAfrica GrowthAfrica

We support ambitious and impactful African entrepreneurs in growing startups, scaling ventures and expanding SMEs ACCELERATING AFRICAN ENTREPRENEURS We are passionate about entrepreneurs and dedicated to supporting their business growth and impact. GrowthAfrica Foundation is founded on the desire and mission to proactively contribute to the social and economic growth of African economies through strengthening of local enterprises. It is a love story to Africa, its people, and its vast opportunities. We are here to grow Africa through entrepreneurship, innovation, and business. Founded in 2002 and headquartered in Nairobi, GrowthAfrica is a leading Pan-African accelerator and entrepreneur support organisation (ESO) …

Type: Incubators & VCs

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The Vlage The Vlage

The Vlage is a start-up democratising access to housing for young people in Africa. The Vlage is democratizing affordable housing to young people in African urban centers using technology. Currently we are focusing on peer-to-peer rental model, where we use machine learning to match roommates & housemates looking for co-living accommodation through our marketplace platform www.thevlage.com.

Type: Startup Activities: proptech Technologies: A.I. A.I. - Machine Learning

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CNBC Africa CNBC Africa

FIRST IN BUSINESS WORLDWIDE. CNBC Africa, First in Business Worldwide, is the premier pan-African business and financial television network. With real-time coverage of financial markets and international business news, CNBC Africa provides business leaders, investors and the financial services industry across Africa with the information and analysis they need. With programming from Africa, the US and Asia, CNBC Africa provides the perfect 24-hour global business briefing. Programming is built around key business events during the day. From the start of trading in Africa, through the Opening Bell on Wall Street and the closing of the markets in Asia, our fast-paced, …

Type: Media

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Bidco Africa Bidco Africa

Happy Healthy Living. Bidco Africa Ltd. was originally established as a manufacturing organization, committed to using the most efficient modern technologies to produce a superior range of products. Over the years, Bidco successfully won over the market, becoming, the largest and fastest growing manufacturer of vegetable oils, fats, margarine, soaps and detergents in East and Central Africa. The market success of these products has led Bidco to look to the future and expand its horizons. As the company expands its network across Africa it has evolved into a Marketing Organization. Currently, Bidco market the largest and widest range of quality …

Type: SMB Activities: manufacturing martech

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Nakuru Box Innovation Center Nakuru Box Innovation Center

Your partners in growth Nakuru Box Innovation Center is a co-working space in Nakuru and focuses on co-work community and ensures creation, growth and sustainability of start-ups in Kenya. We provide a start-up program that is practical and intensive that will ensure the business is ready for funding. We are the pioneer hub in Nakuru, Kenya Coworking Space and Training and Mentorship

Type: Incubators & VCs

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Tectona Group Tectona Group

Change management organisation using quality data to accelerate digital transformation and green growth in Africa. Tectona Group is a thought leader in change management unlocking the value of quality data to accelerate digital transformation and green growth in underserved communities and emerging economies in Africa. Our origins in research, monitoring, and evaluation have grown into a bigger vision. As a community of people-centred changemakers, we are now working to prepare people, institutions, and organisations for change, to adopt and adapt to sustainable livelihoods. Our vision is to see a transformed, adaptive, safer, and sustainable world for all. Change Management, Impact …

Type: SMB Activities: consulting Technologies: Data Analytics

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Moringa School Moringa School

Nurturing Africa's Tech Talent | Visit https://moringaschool.com/ to learn more Moringa is a multidisciplinary learning accelerator that integrates learners from diverse backgrounds and unites them through their common passions and ambitions to build new skill sets through tech and professional competencies that will distinguish them in the job market Through experienced technical mentors, a blended learning model, a market and outcomes-driven curriculum, Moringa School’s mission is:- "Building talent and opportunities through transformative tech-based learning experiences" The school has placed more than 85% of its graduates into leading companies throughout Africa and the world. Moringa was named one of the ‘Top …

Type: NGO, Think-tanks, Ed, & Culture Activities: edtech

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iGabantu Studios iGabantu Studios

IF IT AIN'T LIVE, IT DIDN'T HAPPEN CREATING OPPORTUNITES FOR BRANDS AND CUSTOMERS TO CONNECT. Event Live Streaming , Video Production, and Photography

Type: SMB Activities: entertainment

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Zydii Zydii

Digital Skilling for African Businesses. Know More. Do More. For the African workforce, Zydii is the premier localized digital skilling solution which is engaging and accessible, leading to transformative growth for businesses. We provide accessible, transformative digital skilling that’s designed for Africa. We empower your team to KNOW MORE, so they can DO MORE! Online Learning, Online Teaching, Business, Social and Life Skills Training, Technology, course development, Training digitization, SMS Training, Hosted learning platform, Digital Training, Course design and development, and Instructional Design

Type: NGO, Think-tanks, Ed, & Culture Activities: edtech

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Ministry of Health, Kenya Ministry of Health, Kenya

Working towards a healthy, productive and globally competitive nation. The Ministry of Health, Kenya is the parent ministry uncharge of all healthcare and medical services in the Republic of Kenya.

Type: Public

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ISBIKenya ISBIKenya

Your Launchpad for Business Success Your Launchpad for Entrepreneurial Success entrepreneurship, training, mentoring, consulting, mentorship, businessowners, small businesses, and founders

Type: Incubators & VCs

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Be Afrika Media LTD Be Afrika Media LTD

A platform for African Content, for creatives to share, collaborate and interact with each other. BE AFRIKA MEDIA LTD is a content creating company. It works as a creative collaboration, focusing on building brands and the creative sector in Africa. We have an interest in identifying, empowering and ensuring that creatives have an enabling environment to support their talent. The creative generation and creative sector has made huge strides in its contribution to Africa’s economy, and we would like to promote that. We are a space for creatives in Africa and creatives interested in Africa. Fashion, style, makeup-artistry, art,photography all …

Type: Media

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iGov Africa iGov Africa

Leveraging technology for public social good through developing, managing and supporting a vibrant innovation ecosystem iGov Africa is an innovation house that works with governments, private sector, development agencies and innovators to leverage technology for Public Social Good through developing, managing and supporting an ecosystem of problem solvers, enablers, conveners and promoters. Innovation Ecosystem Integrator

Type: NGO, Think-tanks, Ed, & Culture Activities: consulting

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EldoHub EldoHub

Technology | Innovation | Entrepreneurship We are a tech and entrepreneurship hub in Uasin Gishu County in the western region of Kenya. Our aim at Eldohub is to help create and grow young tech businesses and provide them with all the necessary support to survive the early stage. We also encourage and support women and minorities in STEM. Follow us on. Twitter: https://twitter.com/eldohub Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/eldohub Education, Innovation, Technology, and Entrepreneurship

Type: NGO, Think-tanks, Ed, & Culture Activities: edtech

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Rwanda ICT Chamber Rwanda ICT Chamber

We are a member-based organization of the Private Sector Federation of Rwanda. Rwanda ICT Chamber is an arm of the Private Sector Federation (PSF) of Rwanda. Established in 2011, the ICT Chamber is the leading partner for organizations to share experience, network, grow, and expand their operations. At ICT Chamber, we help our members to work with the right associations, companies, and individuals to ensure that they get the needed skills, opportunities, and tools to grow. Our Mission To make Rwanda the leading ICT-Driven Society. Our Vision To be the leader in influencing the transformation of the economy and the …

Type: NGO, Think-tanks, Ed, & Culture Activities: it services

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E4Impact Entrepreneurship Center, Kenya E4Impact Entrepreneurship Center, Kenya

Building Impact Entrepreneurs The E4Impact Accelerator works with Kenyan businesses over a period of 1 year to: 1. Grow their Business 2. Scale their Impact 3. Facilitate market and investment linkages. The Accelerator builds upon the existing partnership between the E4Impact Foundation, Tangaza University College and the Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore (UCSC) of Milan (Italy), who together have already trained over 300 Kenyan entrepreneurs. Some of the benefits to the Accelerated businesses include: • Links to interested Italian companies that can help the Kenyan entrepreneur grow his/her business. • Access to seed grants based on milestone attainment • Access …

Type: Incubators & VCs

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@iLabAfrica @iLabAfrica

Changing Lives through Innovation, Technology, and Research @iLabAfrica is a Centre of Excellence at Strathmore University with a focus on ICT Research & Innovation, and Entrepreneurship & Incubation. @iLabAfrica was established to spearhead research and innovation in the ICT for development ecosystem towards the attainment of the UNDP Millenium Development Goals (MDGs) and contribute toward Kenya’s Vision 2030. As a research centre dedicated to leveraging the benefits of innovations in ICT, promoting entrepreneurship through nurturing and mentoring of young innovators via adequate training programmes and incubation facilities, as well as promoting a conducive environment in Africa through policy research. Our …

Type: NGO, Think-tanks, Ed, & Culture Activities: deeptech

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StartupWave StartupWave

Democratizing Incubation StartupWave is Africa's virtual incubation platform that helps entrepreneurs get business ready, incubation ready and investment ready. Entrepreneurs and would be entrepreneurs recieve free business modelling support, mentoring, linkages to incubator | accelerators, business service providers and access to funding opportunites. Business Modelling, Mentoring, Market and Customer Research, Financial Modelling, Pitching, Investor Relations, Business Incubation, Market Linkages, Investment Readiness, and Business Acceleration

Type: Incubators & VCs

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Solar Freeze Ltd Solar Freeze Ltd

renewable energy Solar Powered Mobile Cold Storage for Smallholder Farmers agriculture, renewable energy, smallholder farmers, cold storage, value addition, post-harvest, and post-harvest loss

Type: Startup Activities: agritech cleantech energytech greentech Technologies: Decarbonization Solar Technologies

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Open Capital Open Capital

Advancing African economies and building future generations of business leaders. Open Capital is a management consulting and financial advisory firm that drives growth, enables investment, and builds markets across Africa. We help businesses, investors, development partners, and the public sector identify opportunities and deliver unique, impactful solutions. Our mission is to advance African economies and build future generations of business leaders. Since 2010, we have completed 1600+ engagements across 30+ countries in Sub-Saharan Africa and raised USD 1.5 billion for our clients. Our locally based team of over 170 full-time staff brings experience from the world’s top consultancies, private equity …

Type: Incubators & VCs

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C4DLab C4DLab

Research & Development Lab at the School of Computing & Informatics, University of Nairobi. Our main focus is on R&D, start-up incubation, consultancy, training and capacity building. We emphasize on industry collaboration, let's know if you wish to partner with us. Research & Development, Startups Incubation, Consultancy, and Training & Capacity Building

Type: NGO, Think-tanks, Ed, & Culture Activities: edtech

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E4Impact Foundation E4Impact Foundation

We do not teach entrepreneurship, We train impact entrepreneurs. In 2015, E4Impact became a Foundation with the support of Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore, Securfin, Mapei, Salini-Impregilo and Always Africa Association. Later, Bracco, Eni, Lisa s.p.a., Banca Intesa Sanpaolo and Ge.Fi. joined E4Impact as Corporate Participants and Marco Bartolomei and Michele Carpinelli as Individual Participants. The Foundation is open to involve new Corporate and Individual Participants interested in taking an active role in perceiving the mission of the institution in the African scenario. The work of the Foundation contributes to the accomplishment of many of the United Nations 2030 Sustainable …

Type: NGO, Think-tanks, Ed, & Culture Activities: edtech

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The Human Edge The Human Edge

Building thriving organisations one entrepreneur, leader and manager at a time. Building thriving businesses and social impact organisations that drive lasting positive change takes confident leadership, skills and connections. The Human Edge, formerly Mowgli Mentoring, designs and delivers human-centred learning initiatives and programmes. Drawing on our mentoring and coaching expertise, we equip people with the tools, approaches, and skills to overcome challenges, build stronger relationships, steer their organisations forward and achieve greater impact, faster. We partner globally, and work in multiple languages, across contexts, cultures, and sectors. Mentoring, Mentorship, Coaching, Entrepreneurship, Leadership Development, Women Empowerment, Youth Empowerment, Employability, Mentoring Programmes, …

Type: NGO, Think-tanks, Ed, & Culture Activities: civictech

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Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH

As a service provider in the field of international cooperation for sustainable development and international education work, we are dedicated to shaping a future worth living around the world. GIZ has over 50 years of experience in a wide variety of areas, including economic development and employment promotion, energy and the environment, and peace and security. The diverse expertise of our federal enterprise is in demand around the globe – from the German Government, European Union institutions, the United Nations, the private sector and governments of other countries. We work with businesses, civil society actors and research institutions, fostering successful …

Type: Public

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Disberse Disberse

The future of aid finance We are building a new kind of financial institution for international aid. We envision a world where money flows for the greatest impact.

Type: Startup Activities: fintech

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MFarm LTD(K) MFarm LTD(K)

Offering information to farmers about prices,and other agricultural aspects via mobile(SMS) and web based system. M-Farm also provides a collaborative platform for the farmers to interact with cooperatives,farm input suppliers and agro-vet stores. It also connects them with experts who provide specialist information to the farmers. Agribusiness and Information Technology services

Type: Startup Activities: agritech it services Technologies: SaaS

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Standard Media Group LLC Standard Media Group LLC

inform. inspire. innovate. Standard Media Group is an innovative and diverse media company committed to serving local communities. Headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee, Standard Media’s leadership team has a long history of building strong, local television and digital media properties. Our future is bright and filled with exciting new opportunities as we maintain our commitment to inform communities, inspire employees, and innovate in an ever-evolving industry. Television Stations and Digital Media

Type: Media

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@iBizAfrica @iBizAfrica

We are a business incubation center based in Strathmore University. We focus on helping young and innovative start-ups grow through a wide range of business support mechanisms and incubation services. These include mentoring services, seed-funding, legal advice, financial expertise, product certification and testing, physical resources such as office space and internet and relevant training. Our incubation program also provides start-ups with linkages and networks to other incubation centers in Kenya and across the world. We are connected to a wide network of experts in various industries including ICT, Financial services, Legal, government and private sector. For more about @iBizAfrica and …

Type: NGO, Think-tanks, Ed, & Culture Activities: fintech it services

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ifarm360 ifarm360

Improving market access for smallholder farmers in Africa, through a network of tech-enabled produce hubs Reliable market access for small holder farmers. Fulfilling demand for large produce buyers. farming , smallholder farmers, agriculture value chains, impactinvesting, sustainable agriculture , food security , sustainable development , and financial technology

Type: Startup Activities: agritech Technologies: Decarbonization

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BySpire BySpire

[Automatic translation follows] BySpire is redefining Norwegian agriculture - We will reduce the import of vegetables and herbs, as well as improve the selection and quality on the Norwegian market. We will do this by growing vegetables and herbs all year round, using the latest in high-tech vertical cultivation. BySpire will sell high-quality products mainly through the grocery trade, but we will also collaborate with some selected restaurants. Follow us on our journey, where we will challenge today's market in vegetables and herbs!

Type: Startup Activities: agritech foodtech

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Adarsh Polymer Limited Adarsh Polymer Limited

#safishajiji Adarsh Polymer Ltd is an engineering company working on providing affordable alternative energy solutions from recycled waste plastics thereby conserving the environment. Our Visiton is be the most Admired Clean Technology Company in the Region while our Mission is to Innovate Unique Waste Management Technologies to minimize environmental impact. Our scope of work includes;- 1. Waste Collection and Management 2. Waste plastics recycling. 3. Environmental Campaigns. Mechanical Engineering , Waste Management, Environmental Management, Industrial Oil Production, and Chemical Engineering

Type: Startup Activities: cleantech energytech greentech

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TakaTaka Solutions TakaTaka Solutions

We recycle 95% of waste through our integrated model of collection, sorting, composting & recycling. TakaTaka Solutions provides environmentally friendly waste management services through collection, sorting, recycling and composting. Waste management, Recycling, and Composting

Type: Startup Activities: cleantech greentech

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Nairobi Garage Nairobi Garage

Nairobi Garage is a workspace for innovative, growing businesses. Find us in Kilimani, Karen, Westlands & Spring Valley Nairobi Garage is Africa's largest business and innovation work space. We provide growth-focused businesses with flexible and stylish space to scale their team and connect with like-minded professionals and entrepreneurs. Nairobi Garage has three conveniently located branches in Nairobi - Kilimani, Westlands (M2 Mirage Towers) and Karen (Watermark Business Park) Co-Working Space, Events Space, Innovation Hub, and Serviced office space

Type: SMB Activities: proptech

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Alliance of Bioversity International and CIAT Alliance of Bioversity International and CIAT

We have a vision: food systems and landscapes that sustain the planet, drive prosperity and nourish people. The Alliance of Bioversity International and the International Center for Tropical Agriculture (CIAT) delivers research-based solutions that harness agricultural biodiversity and sustainably transform food systems to improve people’s lives in a climate crisis. The Alliance of Bioversity International and CIAT is a CGIAR Research Centre. CGIAR is a global research partnership for a food-secure future. Agricultural research, Genetic resources, Nutrition, Banana, Production systems, ecosystem services, Biodiversity informatics, Policy and law, Plant sciences, Sustainable agriculture, Forestry, Capacity building, Impact assessment, Economics, Agrobiodiversity, Biodiversity, and …

Type: SMB Activities: cleantech agritech greentech healthtech Technologies: Decarbonization

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Grupo Vanti Grupo Vanti

[Automatic translation follows] We are the #1 company in Colombia in gas distribution and marketing. Our ultimate purpose is to make the world a better place through environmentally friendly and sustainable energy solutions. We are leaders in the distribution and marketing of natural gas and energy solutions in Colombia. We impact more than 3 million customers in 105 municipalities through 22,000 km of networks. We have more than 30 years of experience in providing natural gas services. Until 2018 we were Gas Natural Fenosa. Now we are VANTI, as part of a transformation process and search for a new DNA. …

Type: SMB Activities: cleantech greentech energytech Technologies: Decarbonization

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GreenTec Capital Partners GreenTec Capital Partners

Transformative Investments in African Innovation GreenTec Capital Partners is an Entrepreneurial Support Organization (ESO) with roots in providing investment and venture-building support to African ventures. We have transitioned from an investor with a successful 20x exit to an experienced Technical Assistant, delivering comprehensive strategic, operational, technical, and investment readiness assistance, fostering the growth of impactful ventures in Africa and beyond. To date, we've sourced and screened over 1,000 businesses, guiding them to become successful, mature, and investable entities. With a proven track record, we've secured over €10 million in startup support, encompassing operating and investment capital, through partnerships with GIZ, …

Type: Incubators & VCs

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Kenya Climate Innovation Center (KCIC) Kenya Climate Innovation Center (KCIC)

Scaling Innovative Climate Entrepreneurship in Kenya & East Africa Kenya Climate Innovation Center (KCIC) provides holistic, country-driven support to accelerate the development, deployment and transfer of locally relevant climate and clean energy technologies. KCIC provides incubation, capacity building services and financing to Kenyan entrepreneurs and new ventures that are developing innovative solutions in energy, water, waste, commercial forestry, and agribusiness to address climate change challenges.

Type: NGO, Think-tanks, Ed, & Culture Activities: cleantech energytech greentech

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Hilti Foundation Hilti Foundation

Building a better future The Hilti Foundation is a joint venture of the Hilti Family and Hilti Group. It focuses on Affordable Housing & Technology, Economic Empowerment and Music for Social Change, allowing people to lead a life of self-determination. Through our projects we aim to help families in need build a better future for themselves. Empower people to live an independent and autonomous life. Contribute to building strong societies. Create networks of competent partners to achieve sustainable and scalable impact. Affordable Housing, Social Impact, Economic Empowerment, Music for Social Change, Emergency Relief, Engaged Beyond Business, Martimie Archaeology, Franck Goddio, …

Type: NGO, Think-tanks, Ed, & Culture Activities: civictech

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Habitat for Humanity Trinidad and Tobago Habitat for Humanity Trinidad and Tobago

We Build Strength, Stability, Self-reliance AND Shelter habitat-tt.org/donate-now Habitat Trinidad & Tobagois an independent, nonprofit, non-politicized housing NGO, building safe, stable and self-reliant communities through shelter and service. We have helped hundreds of families build or improve their homes, focussing on persons who are not likely to qualify for commercial loans or government subsidies. We work towards a world where everyone has a decent place to live. Construction, Low-cost housing solutions and sustainable construction techniques, Disaster Risk Reduction (rural and urban areas), Capacity-building for low-icome households, Corporate Social Responsibility solutions, and Social housing

Type: NGO, Think-tanks, Ed, & Culture Activities: constructiontech

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IKT-Norge IKT-Norge

[Automatic translation follows] We are an independent interest organization that works to strengthen the overall framework conditions for digital industries. IKT-Norge is an independent interest organization that works to strengthen the overall framework conditions for the digital business world. Our members are large and small companies from various industries across the country, with a common point of view in technology and digital solutions. We exist for our members. We have documented great political influence, and offer the industry's largest network. Being a member of IKT-Norge means taking responsibility for your own framework conditions. This means that IKT-Norge's members are preferred …

Type: NGO, Think-tanks, Ed, & Culture Activities: it services

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ViKtoria Ventures ViKtoria Ventures

Angel Investing in East Africa Since 2011, the ViKtoria team has been actively supporting the growth of entrepreneurial ecosystems in various sectors in East Africa. ViKtoria Ventures is the manager of the recently launched Viktoria Business Angels Network (VBAN) which is focused on investments into the tech sector in East Africa.

Type: Incubators & VCs

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Digger Classifieds Digger Classifieds

Find great places to work, buy real estate & motors, or pay tributes to your loved ones. Digger Classifieds is Kenya leading E-Commerce site with a variety of listings of Jobs, Motor Vehicles and Real Estate. .

Type: Media

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Techloy Techloy

Techloy is a business information and financial data publication for the technology industry across emerging markets. Founded in 2008, Techloy.com publishes information about companies, products, careers, and funding in the technology industry across emerging markets globally.

Type: Media

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iHub Nairobi iHub Nairobi

Nairobi's Innovation Hub. iHub is a place where the brightest young minds can work together in a productive collaborative environment. We offer A-class office environment with everything you need to start a business so that you can focus on building up your own business and turn your dreams into reality with the help from our international network of experienced experts, mentors, entrepreneurs and investors. Using our global network which spans over 40 countries. We help young startup companies find international partners and investors to propel their businesses further. iHub is a place where dreams really come true when it comes …

Type: Incubators & VCs

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Strathmore University Strathmore University

Achieve excellence in your chosen profession. Strathmore University is a Chartered University located in Nairobi, Kenya. It was the first multiracial and multi religious educational institution in English speaking Eastern Africa and more recently the first institute of higher learning to be ISO certified in East and Central Africa in 2004. Our mission is to provide all-round quality education in an atmosphere of freedom and responsibility; excellence in teaching, research and scholarship; ethical and social development; and service to society.

Type: NGO, Think-tanks, Ed, & Culture Activities: edtech

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SME Support Centre SME Support Centre

Scaling Up the SME Ecosystem in Africa with Simple, Localised & Sustainable Solutions. #MissionDriven #ImpactDriven The focus of the SME Support Centre is to ensure the growth and scale of SMEs in Africa by providing the necessary business advisory and mobilizing the investment capital required to support the growth of these companies. We aim to achieve our vision and mission by building long term partnerships with various players in the African ecosystem which includes funders, governments and other like-minded private sector players. Through our various programs and our robust range of services we believe we will impact thousands of SMEs …

Type: Incubators & VCs

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Garage48 Garage48

Garage48 is a startup hackathon series turning your idea into a working prototype Garage48 is an impact driven organization that specializes in startup ecosystems development and the organization of open-innovation programs and hackathons to develop entrepreneurial mindset, to promote technology entrepreneurship and startup culture and to empower youth and women globally. Based in Estonia, our more than 300 events have reached 50 countries during 12 years, most of them in Europe, the CEE region, Middle East and Africa. Garage48 has been one of the key organizations fueling the early launch and development of the Estonian startup and technology ecosystem by …

Type: Event

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Mettā Mettā

Find Your Tribe. Turn Ideas Into Action. Mettā is a club for the entrepreneurial community to connect, share knowledge and bring ideas to life. startup, insights, business, and network

Type: NGO, Think-tanks, Ed, & Culture Activities: it services

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Nets Nets

Nets is part of Nexi Group – the European PayTech with scale, capabilities, and geographic reach to drive the transition to a cashless Europe. We are committed to supporting people and businesses of all sizes, transforming the way people pay and businesses accept payments. By simplifying payments and providing the most innovative and reliable solutions we enable businesses and financial institutions to better serve their customers, build closer relationships, and to grow together. For more information please visit: www.nets.eu or www.nexigroup.com Digital payments, eSecurity, Innovation, Co-creation, Blockchain, Mobile payments, Card processing, and Card schemes

Type: Large company

26 5 8 2,718
AlphaMundi Group Ltd AlphaMundi Group Ltd

Investment Solutions for People and Planet Current public sector and private philanthropy resources are not sufficient to resolve global issues before critical tipping points are reached. At AlphaMundi Group, we believe Impact Investing can help mobilize additional resources for sustainable development, and complement the efforts of the public sector and private philanthropy. AlphaMundi is exclusively dedicated to Impact Investing, with an emphasis on human development and environmental preservation in developing countries. We provide debt and equity financing to profitable and scalable ventures in various sectors including fintech, rural microfinance, smallholder agriculture, renewable energy access and affordable housing for low-income households. …

Type: Incubators & VCs

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Standard Chartered Standard Chartered

We are a leading international banking group, with a presence in 53 of the world’s most dynamic markets and serving clients in a further 64. Our purpose is to drive commerce and prosperity through our unique diversity, and our heritage and values are expressed in our brand promise, here for good. If you’re interested joining Standard Chartered sign up to our Talent Network. Link: https://www.sc.com/careers/talentnetwork Standard Chartered PLC is listed on the London and Hong Kong Stock Exchanges. Personal Banking, Corporate Banking, Islamic Banking, Private Banking, Wealth Management, Commercial Banking, Banking, Financial Services, and Finance

Type: Large company

109 40 6 74,044
Villgro Africa Villgro Africa

Helping innovators build viable, scalable health and life science solutions that improve quality of life across Africa. Villgro Africa is an incubator and impact investor supporting emerging healthcare businesses in Africa. We offer emerging companies a personalised incubation experience to help effectively scale ideas and navigate the African startup ecosystem. Global Health, Life Sciences, Impact Investment, Africa, Incubation, and Investment Readiness

Type: Incubators & VCs

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Invest in Africa Invest in Africa

Creating Prospering African Economies Invest in Africa is a growing group of companies working together to address the cross-sector challenges of doing business in Africa and promoting sustainable investment into the continent. These challenges include access and visibility of credible local suppliers and partners, free trade and movement of goods through ports and access to permits, licenses and talent. Creating solutions through one ‘Invest in Africa’ voice ensures that we prevent repetition of effort and make our work more impactful. At present, Invest in Africa is focused on supporting local businesses by providing greater access to finance, skills and markets, …

Type: NGO, Think-tanks, Ed, & Culture Activities: fintech

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FINCA International FINCA International

FINCA International is committed to ending global poverty through sustainable and scalable solutions, responsible financial services, and life-enhancing products that are driven by the insights and needs of the people we serve in communities around the world. We believe all people should have the opportunity to leverage their wisdom, talent and effort to determine their own destiny. For more information, visit www.FINCA.org or follow us on Facebook @FINCA.International, Twitter @FINCA, or Instagram @FINCAintl. FRAUD ALERT: It has come to our attention that scammers are impersonating our human resources team and encouraging potential applicants to submit personal information via telephone or …

Type: NGO, Think-tanks, Ed, & Culture Activities: civictech fintech

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TheFactory - Accelerator & VC TheFactory - Accelerator & VC

TheFactory is awarded as the best accelerator & incubator in the Nordics with focus on fintech, proptech & retailtech. How fast can you grow your company? At TheFactory we give entrepreneurs fuel to grow. Get investment from TheFactory of up to NOK 500.000 per company and access to free perks from our accelerator partner GAN worth roughly USD 1 Million. Read more about what you get here. Building on the successful FintechFactory pilot program, we take entrepreneurs to the next level. You will be guided by over 120 experienced mentors, including entrepreneurs, investors and industry expert from our partner network. …

Type: Event

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Strathmore Business School (SBS) Strathmore Business School (SBS)

Leadership and Management Education We provide our participants with a world-class learning environment, where they can share and reflect on their experiences and develop new ideas that will lead their companies into a new era. SBS faculty combine high academic standards and industry standards with industry perspective. The research done and academic study is industry-based and therefore applicable to the same. SBS faculty is involved in producing local and regional business cases. A hallmark of SBS faculty is the commitment to serve the industry at the executive level, in an environment of responsibility and high ethos. Key focus is on …

Type: NGO, Think-tanks, Ed, & Culture Activities: edtech

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Dagens Industri Dagens Industri

Dagens industri is Sweden's leading business daily newspaper – visit www.di.se for business and finance news and analytics. Ekonomi, Företag, Börs, Aktieanalys, Bank- och finans, Industri, Nyheter, entreprenörskap, and Digitalisering

Type: Media

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UN-Habitat (United Nations Human Settlements Programme) UN-Habitat (United Nations Human Settlements Programme)

Creating socially and environmentally sustainable cities and communities UN-Habitat is the United Nations entity responsible for developing urban policies and translating them into action to create sustainable cities and communities. Cities are facing unprecedented demographic, environmental, economic, and social challenges. There has been a phenomenal shift towards urbanization, with half of the world's population living in cities. By 2050, almost 70 per cent of the population will reside in cities. This urban growth will be happening mainly in Africa, Asia, Latin America, and the Caribbean. In the absence of effective urban planning, the consequences of this rapid urbanization will be …

Type: NGO, Think-tanks, Ed, & Culture Activities: smart city

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Nailab Accelerator Official Nailab Accelerator Official

Type: Incubators & VCs

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Mercy Corps Mercy Corps

Powered by the belief that a better world is possible. POWERED BY POSSIBLE The world is more fragile than ever. Food shortages have left millions of people hungry, while violent conflict has sent millions on the run. From poverty and malnutrition to natural disasters and climate change, it’s easy to see a world of insurmountable challenges. Instead, we see an opportunity to create transformative change. We see the world differently. In crisis, we believe in the power of human potential. In struggle, we believe in the ability of communities to grow stronger. So we act differently. We understand that communities …

Type: Large company Activities: it services

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Fairtrade Africa Fairtrade Africa

We support our members to strengthen their organisations in line with Fairtrade standards. Fairtrade strengthens the position of farmers and workers in the value chain by securing better deals, contributing to greater sustainable development in Africa Trade and Development , Sustainability, Living Income, Living Wage , Gender, Climate Change , Farmers & Workers Empowerment , Youth Inclusion, and Fairtrade Standards

Type: NGO, Think-tanks, Ed, & Culture Activities: cleantech greentech

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