Kenya Climate Ventures (KCV)

This morning, the much-anticipated webinar organized by KIFFWA - Kenya Innovative Finance Facility for Water and Kenya Climate Ventures (KCV) on Water Investments ; Promoting Climate Resilience and Equitable Access, moderated by Mark Masai, took place. This webinar was a precursor for the launch of the National Irrigation Sector Investment Plan -NISIP on Friday 21st March and World Water Day on Saturday 22nd March. The PS State Department of Irrigation, CPA Ephantus Kimotho graced the webinar. He outlined the government's ambitious plan of putting one million acres of land under #irrigation thus the great need of building #waterinfrastructure to promote #watersecurity. He called for action in catalyzing private sector investments through #PublicPrivatePartnerships therefore decentering over-reliance on government and donor funding. The government is also determined to unlock investment opportunities in the ASALs. The PS was joined by Mr. Daniel Odero, Director – Irrigation, Water Management, Harvesting and Storage at the Ministry of Water, Sanitation and Irrigation. A diverse seasoned experts made insightful contributions as panelists in this webinar. Dr Barbara Kazimbaya Senkwe underscored the importance of #research and #innovation to tackle water challenges being experienced in the country. Enock Ole Kiminta echoed these sentiments outlining how the use of mobile phones has been a #catalyst in mobilizing farmers and #communities to engage in #conservation efforts downstream, ensuring that there is no tampering with the quality and quantity of water. Christine Atego was quick to point out how #smallholder farmers continue to experience challenges of limited financing as financial institutions categorize them as high-risk borrowers. With the dwindling of donor funding towards water-climate initiatives, Euphresia l emphasized on the need of empowering communities to be self-sustainable. She also called for the strengthening of #governance mechanisms to promote #accountability of funds used and removal of policy and regulatory bottlenecks that hinder investments. Eldah Odongo called for #inclusivity of mostly women in #decisionmaking as they bare the most brunt effect of water- related disasters. This webinar has put on a challenge to all relevant stakeholders to action on the plans documented to contain water-related disasters, catalyze investments and seek for local solutions for the betterment of our society. For comprehensive insights into the webinar, kindly visit https://lnkd.in/dKMXRQaX

Happening tomorrow! Set your reminder, this is an event you won't want to miss! Join Kenya Climate Ventures (KCV) and KIFFWA - Kenya Innovative Finance Facility for Water on Wednesday, March 19th, 2025, 10:00 AM - 12:30 PM (EAT) for a crucial #webinar precursor to the National Irrigation Sector Investment Plan Launch and World Water Day titled Water Investments: Promoting Climate Resilience and Equitable Access. 🔑 Keynote Speaker: Mr. Ephantus Kimotho, PS, State Department for Irrigation. Find the link below: https://lnkd.in/dDCv63JX Meeting ID: 881 1325 0990 Passcode: 646387

Nazava Water Filters 💦 B Corp designs, manufactures and distributes affordable and safe household water filters to empower households to purify their well, rain, river or tap water without the need for boiling using firewood or electricity, targeted to low-income households in rural and peri urban markets. By investing in Nazava, Kenya Climate Ventures (KCV) has achieved its mandate of supporting innovative enterprises that improve access to essential resources, reduce reliance on unsustainable energy sources, and promote health and environmental sustainability for low-income communities.

Water is the lifeline of our future. Are we investing wisely? Join Kenya Climate Ventures (KCV) and KIFFWA - Kenya Innovative Finance Facility for Water on Wednesday, March 19th, 2025, 10:00 AM - 12:30 PM (EAT) for a crucial precursor webinar to the National Irrigation Sector Investment Plan Launch and World Water Day. We're bringing together Mr. Ephantus Kimotho, PS, State Department for Irrigation (Keynote), and a powerhouse panel of experts: Dr. Barbara Kazimbaya Senkwe (Research Fellow from Strathmore, Water Governance and Innovation Hub.), Eldah Odongo (Chairperson Women in Water and Sanitation Association of Kenya -WIWAS), Euphresia l (Water Governance & Markets Systems Dev Specialist.), Enock Ole Kiminta (CEO, Kenya National Association of Water Resources User Associations -KeNAWRUA), and Christine Atego (Sunken Limited) to discuss "Water Investments: Promoting Climate Resilience and Equitable Access." Discover bankable community-led solutions and disaster resilience strategies. This isn't just a webinar; it's a call to action! #WaterSecurity #Innovation #KenyaWebinar #WaterGovernance #SDGs Please find the link below: https://lnkd.in/dDCv63JX   Meeting ID: 881 1325 0990 Passcode: 646387 Ministry of Water, Sanitation and Irrigation Strathmore WaterHub Innovation centre Women in Water & Sanitation Association Kenya Kenya National Association of Water Resources Users' Associations (KeNAWRUA) KIFFWA - Kenya Innovative Finance Facility for Water Sunken Limited Water Resources Authority (WRA) Netherlands Water Partnership (NWP) RWSN - Rural Water Supply Network

RAFODE LTD MICROFINANCE(Rural Development Agency) is a micro credit financial institution promoting access to clean energy and renewable energy for productive use equipment through providing affordable solar home systems and efficient cookstoves on flexible credit terms. With Kenya Climate Ventures (KCV)'s support, Rafode has scaled its operations, impacting 9,523 households and driving sustainable economic growth. This partnership showcases how collaboration fosters clean energy adoption and improves livelihoods for a brighter, greener future in Kenya.

🌍 Kenya Climate Ventures (KCV) at the Collaborative for Frontier Finance Convention for Emerging Fund Managers! Last week, Kenya Climate Ventures (KCV) participated in the Collaborative for Frontier Finance Convention for Emerging Fund Managers in Frontier Markets, a key gathering of funders, fund managers, and ecosystem enablers. Our Investment Manager, Charles Nyadero, represented Kenya Climate Ventures (KCV) and brought back insightful takeaways: ✅ Peer-to-peer learning is essential for establishing impact investing in frontier markets as a recognized asset class. ✅ Fund managers must adopt an entrepreneurial mindset, embracing innovation, co-creation, and collaboration. ✅ Discussions highlighted innovative financing instruments like revenue-based financing. ✅ Foundations & funders are developing creative solutions to help first-time fund managers raise local capital. ✅ Public-private partnerships are playing a growing role in alternative investments, as seen in NSSF Uganda’s commitment to small enterprises. ✅ Technology adoption, including AI-driven analytics, is enhancing efficiency and reducing biases in investment decision-making. ✅ Charles also contributed to a conversation on enhancing fund manager efficiency through a dedicated portal for investment data access, templates, and market trends. It was a valuable platform for learning, networking, and shaping the future of impact investing in emerging markets. Exciting times ahead! #ImpactInvesting #EmergingMarkets #FundManagement #ClimateFinance #Innovation #KenyaClimateVentures Danida Green Business Partnerships / Danida Market Development Partnerships Denmark in Kenya KIFFWA - Kenya Innovative Finance Facility for Water Meaningful Business Nampelka Smart Regional Consultants (SRC) Aspen Network of Development Entrepreneurs Collaborative for Frontier Finance The Lemelson Foundation Small Foundation Argidius Foundation Aceli Africa MacArthur Foundation

Kilifi Moringa Estates Ltd propagates moringa trees through a network of #smallholder farmers then processes and sells moringa based products internationally. The company offers transformative drivers of #foodsecurity, economic growth, health and social security by engaging previously underutilized land while simultaneously increasing tree cover. By investing in Kilifi Moringa Estates Ltd, Kenya Climate Ventures (KCV) has achieved its mandate of fostering climate-resilient enterprises that drive economic empowerment, enhance food security, and promote sustainable land use practices in drought-affected regions.

Investing in #women, investing in the future. This International Women's Day, we celebrate the women-led and women-owned businesses driving change across Kenya. Exotic EPZ Ltd MACE FOODS LTD. Acacia Innovations Dashcrop Limited Botanic Treasures Ltd Sunken Limited Onja Uone Taimba Limited Nazava Water Filters 💦 B Corp

Lentera Africa/ Farmers Best Online Fresh Produce Marketplace empowers farmers with climate-smart inputs, digital advisory services and market access, enabling #sustainable growth and #resilience to climate change. Through its demo farm, Lentera trains farmers on good agricultural practices for better yields. Kenya Climate Ventures (KCV)'s investment has helped Lentera scale its impact, reaching more farmers and driving sustainable agricultural transformation, showcasing KCV's dedication to enhancing livelihoods and building resilience in Kenya's agricultural sector.

The Nazava Water Filters 💦 B Corp household water filter is an affordable, gravity-based filtration system designed to provide safe drinking #water without the need for boiling or electricity. It features a ceramic filter with silver impregnation to remove 99.9% of bacteria, sediments, and parasites, along with an activated carbon core to improve taste by reducing chlorine and other contaminants. With a capacity ranging from 9 to 20 liters, it is ideal for households in areas with limited access to clean water. The filter has a lifespan of approximately 7,000 liters before requiring replacement, making it a cost-effective and #sustainable solution. Widely used in #Indonesia, #Africa, and other developing regions, the Nazava household filter helps improve #health and reduce reliance on bottled water or traditional boiling methods. https://lnkd.in/ejzYFSq6