Impact Hub Kigali

📣 Applications are still open for the 2nd cohort of develoPPP Ventures! Here’s what’s in store for you: - EUR 100,000 in non-dilutive funding - Tailor-made technical assistance to accelerate your growth If your start-up is ready to scale up while making a lasting impact Rwanda, this is your chance! 📹 Watch our quick highlights from the last develoPPP Ventures cohort pitch event. 🔗 Apply now: https://lnkd.in/dtxiRwJr 📅 Deadline: December 31, 2024 Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ) | DEG | VC4A #develoPPPVentures #entrepreneurship #venturecapital #Rwanda #fundingopportunity

Reviewing a 3-year journey of Validate.global The results of an initiative for start-ups to open up high-growth markets. Reflecting on the fruitful partnership between INiTS | Vienna's High-Tech Incubator, Impact Hub Vienna and Impact Hubs in Accra, Kigali and Lagos, financially supported by the Austrian Development Agency. In total, Validate.Global supported three cohorts of passionate impact-driven entrepreneurs. Out of 221 applications from 21 different countries, 40 companies were selected. They benefited from a structured market entry approach, proof-of-concepts, stakeholder connections, market intelligence and travel grants. In addition, they received expert advice and access to office and event space in their target countries of Rwanda, Ghana and Nigeria. "We were able to develop a real roadmap for entering a new country. This is invaluable for attracting future investors!" was the feedback from one of the participating start-ups. And the results from the program are impressive: Over 25% of the start-ups launched projects and entered the target markets within the program duration. 50% of the start-ups continued to explore opportunities in their chosen African market after the program. 536 connections were created between start-ups and key players in the target countries. To summarize the program in the words of one start-up: "The programme has facilitated fantastic local contacts that will be critical to our success." Our learnings from Validate.global’s journey will lay a foundation for future initiatives of the implementing partners, as we are looking forward to continue supporting impact-driven innovators. Stay tuned for the upcoming opportunities! Mustafa Ozer Peter Tschuchnig

📢 Do you still have questions about the develoPPP Ventures programme? We are pleased to announce our upcoming second and last info session happening on December 17th from 3:00 pm (CAT). Join us to learn about the funding scheme, eligibility criteria, how to apply, and have all your questions addressed firsthand. Follow this link to register for the info session webinar: https://lnkd.in/d9Y8-g4t To learn more about the programme and start your application, follow this link: https://lnkd.in/dtxiRwJr Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ) | DEG | VC4A #develoPPPVentures #entrepreneurship #venturecapital #Rwanda #fundingopportunity

Innovation Meets Impact at the Ireme Invest Circular Economy Demo Day! 🎉 Yesterday, we celebrated the efforts of seven businesses in the Ireme Invest Circular Economy Program, driving Rwanda toward a regenerative and sustainable future. ♻️ These businesses are turning waste into opportunity, improving resource efficiency, and promoting sustainability. The event buzzed with energy as attendees connected and explored solutions in a vibrant marketplace setting. It was a great afternoon of collaboration and networking, building partnerships to advance the circular economy. 🙏 Thank you to our partners, attendees, and changemakers for making this day a success. Together, we’re shaping a greener, more sustainable tomorrow.🌍 Rwanda Green Fund | GIZ Rwanda | AFLIMBA | LAMINAR TECHNOLOGIES |SLS Energy | Toddle Care Ltd #CircularEconomy #Sustainability #Innovation #ImpactHubKigali

 🎉 𝗕𝗶𝗼𝗱𝗲𝗳𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗪𝗶𝗻𝘀 𝟭𝘀𝘁 𝗔𝗴𝗿𝗼𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗹𝗼𝗴𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗙𝗼𝗼𝗱 𝗙𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲𝘀 𝗣𝗿𝗶𝘇𝗲🎉  Earlier this week 𝗕𝗶𝗼𝘃𝗶𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗙𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 recognized 3 agroecological enterprises with its inaugural Agroecological Food Futures Prize (AFFP). The award ceremony took place in Kigali, Rwanda, where Plant Biodefenders from #Tanzania claimed the top honor! 🏆 The AFFP highlighted leading innovative East African businesses driving social and environmental impact, emphasizing their role in food systems transformation and the need for more agroecological investment. It awarded grants and connected SMEs to donors, investors, and business development opportunities. 🔑 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗪𝗶𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗿𝘀: 1. Plant Biodefenders (𝗧𝗮𝗻𝘇𝗮𝗻𝗶𝗮): First-place winner, Champion of eco-friendly pest control solutions like the innovative Vuruga Biocide which protects crops, boosts yields, and supports pollinators. They also produce medicinal herbal teas. 💚 2. AgriTech Analytics Limited (𝗞𝗲𝗻𝘆𝗮): Second-place winner. This innovative company integrates AI, IoT, and satellite data with solar-powered devices to help smallholder farmers monitor weather, soil, and crop health. By delivering timely advice and alerts, they aim to boost yields, combat crop risks, and advance food security across Africa.🌱 3️. Apiculture Venture Limited (𝗞𝗲𝗻𝘆𝗮): Third-place winner. Apiculture provides modern beekeeping equipment, honey and beeswax processing, and training. By promoting sustainable practices, they enhance hive productivity, improve farmer incomes, strengthen food security, and support ecological balance.🌾 Over the next year, Biovision will support the winners in showcasing how they use their grants best to grow and create impact. We also applaud finalists 𝗚𝗼𝘀𝗵𝗲𝗻 𝗙𝗮𝗿𝗺 𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘀, 𝗞𝗮𝘆𝘆𝗮𝗻 & 𝗞𝘆𝗼𝗯𝗶𝗷𝗷𝗮 𝗙𝗮𝗿𝗺, and 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗽𝗿𝗼 𝗖𝗼𝗳𝗳𝗲𝗲 for their remarkable contributions to the food system. Through the AFFP and its 𝗜𝗻𝘃𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗔𝗴𝗿𝗼𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗹𝗼𝗴𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗕𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗖𝗮𝘀𝗲 (𝗶𝗔𝗕𝗖) programme, Biovision supports innovative enterprises improving their access to capital, capacity building and networks of investors, so they can move ahead faster as trailblazers reshaping our global food systems.  Biovision expresses its heartfelt appreciation to 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗴𝗲𝘀 𝗚𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗽 𝗥𝘄𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗮 for supporting the intensive business selection process, to Impact Hub Kigali for providing excellent pitch training, and to the #jury for guiding the process with their deep expertise. These collaborations made it all possible! 🤝 As mentioned by panelist Nathalie Mutalikanwa, “𝗮𝗴𝗿𝗼𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗹𝗼𝗴𝘆 𝗶𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗼𝗻𝗹𝘆 𝘄𝗮𝘆 𝗳𝗼𝗿𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗱.” 🌍 #Agroecology #FoodSystemsTransformation #ImpactInvesting #EastAfrica #Biodefenders #AFFP

IGNITE Challenge 3.0 is redefining possibilities for refugee-led innovation! 🚀 On November 26th, we facilitated the IGNITE Challenge 3.0 Marketplace, where the 7 selected ventures presented their impactful solutions to the World Food Programme Executive Board. This unique gathering highlighted how entrepreneurship can drive change, with ventures addressing global challenges—from sustainable agriculture to renewable energy—while improving the livelihoods of refugees in Rwanda. With tailored support and grants of up to $25,000, these ventures are now scaling their solutions to create meaningful impact. Stay tuned for more updates as their journey unfolds! 🌍 IGNITE Innovation Hub for Eastern Africa ｜Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Denmark ｜World Food Programme Eastern Africa ｜ DAVET ｜SLS Energy #Refugees #entrepreneurship #impacthubkigali #IGNITEChallenge #InnovationForImpact #Rwanda

📢 Do you have any questions about develoPPP Ventures? Join us for our first info session happening on 📅 December 4th from 11:00 am (CAT)! Learn more about the funding scheme, eligibility requirements, the application process, and more. Plus, you'll have the chance to get all your questions answered directly. 🔗 Register for the 1st info session here: https://lnkd.in/dR_B_-ru To learn more about the programme and start your application, click here: https://lnkd.in/dtxiRwJr Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ) | DEG | VC4A #develoPPPVentures #entrepreneurship #venturecapital #Rwanda #Africa #fundingopportunity

📢 Why join develoPPP Ventures? To entrepreneurs in Rwanda, this programme offers powerful benefits to help scale your impact! 📈Financial Support: EUR 100,000 in Non-Dilutive Funding to grow your startup and expand your reach. Successful companies may even qualify for additional grants, providing ongoing support as you scale.  ⚙️Technical Assistances: Beyond funding, develoPPP Ventures offers customized advisory services to guide you through the challenges of growth and expansion, giving you the tools and expertise to succeed. If your venture is ready to make a difference, apply by December 31, 2024. For more details and to apply, visit: https://lnkd.in/dtxiRwJr Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ) | DEG | VC4A #develoPPPVentures #entrepreneurship #venturecapital #Rwanda #Africa #fundingopportunity

[NEW IMPACT REPORT] In the last year, 500k Impact Makers united to make a difference for a more just and sustainable world. We’re excited to share the outcomes with you! Discover the insights, key themes, real world examples of our impact and more. 🔗https://lnkd.in/eG9CeW8D Impact Hub Network #ImpactEntrepreneurship #ImpactInnovators #SocialEntrepreneurship #SocialImpact #SocialInnovation #ImpactCommunity

📢 Attention entrepreneurs in Rwanda! develoPPP Ventures is now accepting applications for its upcoming 2nd cohort, offering EUR 100,000 in non-dilutive funding and tailor-made technical assistance for ventures making a positive impact on development. If your start-up has successfully completed the formation phase and is ready to scale, don’t miss this chance to accelerate your growth with develoPPP's support. Review the eligibility criteria and apply by December 31, 2024. For more information and to submit your application, visit: https://lnkd.in/dtxiRwJr Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ) | DEG | VC4A #develoPPPVentures #entrepreneurship #venturecapital #Rwanda #Africa #fundingopportunity