Jasiri4Africa

We are honored to host the Global Entrepreneurship Week in #Rwanda GEW Rwanda for the 3rd consecutive year! This year’s theme: “Entrepreneurship is for Everyone.” Partner with us, as we bring together everyone in the entrepreneurial ecosystem to celebrate and support diverse approaches to innovation, growth, and opportunity! Don’t miss out on this week-long event of learning, collaboration, and celebration. To find out how you can participate, reach out to Aneth Batamuliza at anethb@jasiri.org. #GEW2024 #Jasiri4Africa Motse Collective Impact

Women across Africa are leading the way toward a more sustainable agricultural future, yet many face hurdles that limit their potential. The VALUE4HER initiative, brought to life by AGRA in partnership with Impact Africa Consulting Limited, is dedicated to empowering these women with the tools and resources to not only grow their businesses but also to adopt practices that benefit communities and the environment. VALUE4HER offers women-led agribusinesses access to funding opportunities, specialized training, and vital market connections that help bring their products to a wider audience. Through this program, women entrepreneurs gain insights and mentorship to incorporate sustainable approaches, making their businesses more resilient in the face of environmental challenges. By sharing this message, you are helping to build a network of women committed to sustainable agribusiness practices. Together, we can amplify their impact, support green innovations, and create a thriving ecosystem of women who are not only scaling their businesses but are also champions of sustainability. Help us spread the word about VALUE4HER—an initiative designed to empower women and promote a greener, more sustainable future for agriculture across Africa. Register via: https://lnkd.in/dNz7g7ka #Value4Her #SustainableAgriculture #WomenInAgribusiness #EmpowerWomen FEMNET - African Women's Development and Communication Network, Equality Now, Alliance for a Green Economy, Selina Wamucii, Shamba Pride, CREAWKenya, Nuru, Women's Empowerment Link (WEL), Kenya Climate Innovation Center (KCIC), GrowthAfrica, Jasiri4Africa, Nailab Incubation Enablis Entrepreneurial Network, @@iBizAfrica Incubation Center, Kenya National Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Women In Sustainable Enterprises -WISE, Kenya Association of Women Business Owners, UN Women, International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) African Women in Animal Resources Farming & Agribusiness Network (AWARFA-N) Nigeria Chapter, KENYA WOMEN MICROFINANCE BANK PLC, Women Farmers Association of Kenya (WoFaAK), GROOTS Kenya Agriculture Sector Network (ASNET), Strathmore University

Last week, the Center for Law and Innovation conducted a two-day training session at Jasiri4Africa for the Dana cohort entrepreneurs and business ventures. Our Executive Director Isobel Acquah, Director Ridwan Oloyede , Program Associate Arnold Kabatsi and Project Lead of the Startup Bluebook Residency Program Doreen Umulisa guided participants through an in-depth analysis of shareholders' agreements, providing insights into ownership structure, governance, and shareholder rights. In addition, we hosted an interactive workshop session on negotiation, where founders practiced techniques to confidently secure beneficial agreements and partnerships for their startups. Huge thank you to Jasiri4Africa for fostering an environment where entrepreneurs can gain the legal and strategic knowledge essential for growth. #CLI #Jasiri4Africa #StartupGovernance

AGRA, in collaboration with Impact Africa Consulting Limited, is committed to strengthening support for women in agribusiness through the VALUE4HER platform. This initiative is dedicated to enhancing access to financial resources, promoting sustainable farming practices, and fostering job creation for women-led agribusinesses. Women play a vital role across the agricultural value chain, from production to export, driving innovation and creating jobs. However, they often face significant challenges, including limited market access and financial resources. The VALUE4HER initiative is designed to tackle these barriers head-on by promoting inclusive finance and education. By amplifying women's voices and experiences, this initiative aims to unlock more opportunities for growth and success in the agribusiness sector. Join us in supporting this transformative effort to empower women and drive sustainable development in agriculture by sharing this opportunity widely. Register: https://lnkd.in/dqxsDmJg FEMNET - African Women's Development and Communication Network, Equality Now, Alliance for a Green Economy, Selina Wamucii, Shamba Pride, CREAWKenya, Nuru, Women's Empowerment Link (WEL), Kenya Climate Innovation Center (KCIC), GrowthAfrica, Jasiri4Africa, Nailab Accelerator Official, Enablis Entrepreneurial Network, @iBizAfrica Incubation Center , Kenya National Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Women In Sustainable Enterprises -WISE, Kenya Association of Women Business Owners, UN Women, International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) African Women in Animal Resources Farming & Agribusiness Network (AWARFA-N) Nigeria Chapter, KENYA WOMEN MICROFINANCE BANK PLC, Women Farmers Association of Kenya (WoFaAK), GROOTS Kenya, Agriculture Sector Network (ASNET), Strathmore University #VALUE4HER #Womenempowerment #agribusiness

On Tuesday 22 October, Wavumbuzi concluded a Strategic Reflection and Planning workshop with the Ministry Of Education, Kenya (MOE) officials from Policy, Partnership and the East African Community, and Secondary Education, as well as the Teacher's Service Commission (TSC) KENYA. There was great appreciation of our journey in 2024, and setting the stage for what lies ahead in 2025 through the identification of key strategies to further scale in 2025 . Since our inception in 2019, Wavumbuzi has maintained a close partnership with the Ministry of Education as a key partner in this ecosystem building intervention. Some key highlights include: Deepended Partnership: A commitment was made to intensify collaboration between Wavumbuzi and the Directorates of Policy, Partnership and the East African Community, Secondary Education, and Quality Assurance and Standards. Within Secondary Education, officials offered to link Wavumbuzi not only with internal MoE units such as ICT, the Annual Science & Engineering Fair and the Arts, Drama and Sports, but also with external organizations such as UNICEF Kenya who are currently investing in computers and internet connectivity in the Turkana region. These collaborative efforts are crucial not only in further solidifying our partnership, but also facilitating nurturing a community to promote best practices in digitization, commercialization, and innovation support, ultimately catalyzing the scalability and sustainability of Wavumbuzi. Wavumbuzi Community: There was a call for Wavumbuzi to look into how best to support learners, who have been stimulated in Wavumbuzi to be problem solvers and value creators, in transitioning their innovative ideas and solutions. For those with tangible products, how best can they be guided to commercialize their innovations and patent their ideas where applicable? Increased Visibility: New opportunities have opened up for Wavumbuzi to raise awareness hence expand its reach and scale, particularly among junior and senior school principals. Whilst the Wavumbuzi Entrepreneurship Challenge is running, the MoE committed to linking the Wavumbuzi dashboard for instance to their website and Kenya Education Management Information System (KEMIS). Further, Wavumbuzi Clubs or the Wavumbuzi Community engage in tree planting and growing, these activities will be recorded in the MoE portals. Additionally, reports on Wavumbuzi’s impact will be more widely publicized and Wavumbuzi invited to regional events. Roselyn Marandu-Kareithi (PhD), N. Njoki Kiama Riguga, Isaac Maweu, Wamuyu N.

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Entrepreneurs are the heartbeat of innovation, driving change and creating value in every corner of the globe. Global Entrepreneurship Network is committed to celebrating these visionaries while fostering a more inclusive and diverse entrepreneurial ecosystem. As we build up to Global Entrepreneurship Week (GEW) from November 18-2, GEN continues shaping the future by supporting entrepreneurs from every continent, regardless of background or circumstance. 🌍 📊 Dive into the 2024 Impact Report to see how GEN is dismantling barriers, promoting inclusivity, and uniting entrepreneurs to build a more innovative future. Stay informed and get involved as we build up to GEW and continue to uplift entrepreneurial ecosystems worldwide. 🔗 https://lnkd.in/digbXtm4 #MotseCollectiveImpact #GlobalEntrepreneurshipNetwork #GENSouthAfrica #CollectiveImpact #SmallBusinessDevelopment #EcosystemBuilding #EcosystemBuilders

From October 1st to October 10th 2024, Rhea had the pleasure of participating at the Delta40 Venture Studio AgTech Innovation Basecamp and Scale Summit. The Basecamp brought together 33 early-stage ag and food-tech entrepreneurs from across Africa to workshop their product, develop new business models and partnerships, & raise capital to grow. The cumulation of the Basecamp was the Scale Summit, convening the most important actors in the ag space globally and across East Africa, including scaled ventures, investors, corporates, policy makers and ecosystem actors. Rhea's Co-Founder, Soinato Leboo, participated on the panel 'Innovation in Ag- and Food-Tech Across Africa' alongside her impressive co-panelists, Eli Pollak from Apollo Agriculture, Uka Eje from ThriveAgric, Marcela A. Mendoza Suárez from SymbioMatch, and Otaigo Elisha (Msc, Bsc ) from NovFeed. Soinato Leboo also participated in the AgTech Innovation Basecamp Pitch Competition, winning Rhea a spot in the top 5 start-ups winners of the competition. The 10 days were incredibly eye opening, allowing Rhea to foster strong relationships with potential partners, investors, and stakeholders across the agtech ecosystem. With the relationships built and knowledge gained, Rhea is ready for the next level of growth🚀. A special thank you to Lyndsay Holley Handler and the amazing team Delta40 Venture Studio whose hard work made the event possible. And to Novo Nordisk Foundation and BioInnovation Institute for investing in the next generation of agtech start-ups to transform Africa's agriculture space! 🌱 Andrew Julius Bende Flemming Konradsen Afton Halloran, PhD Tyler Karahalios Sidee Dlamini Allan & Gill Gray Philanthropies Jasiri4Africa

The Moringa School 2024 Career Fair is officially LIVE, and the excitement is off the charts! The turnout is already amazing, but trust us, we’re just getting warmed up! This is your chance to network with top industry leaders, explore career-boosting opportunities, and unlock your future potential! Hurry and join us NOW there’s still time to catch all the action and kickstart your dream career! #moringacareerfair2024 #moringaat10 #futurestartsnow #networkinggoals #unlockyourpotential Hafinen Konvergenz Network Solutions Nexford University Flexi Personnel Jobzy Beem Nairobi DevOps Community Jasiri4Africa Elewa Workforce Africa Kotani Pay SafariDAO Ukwenza VR TANA-TECH yakwetu sote NCBA Group Unicaf IBM iX

If you are a woman in agribusiness looking to take your business to new heights, the VALUE4HER initiative by AGRA is here for you. This program is designed to give you the tools, connections, and support needed to help you thrive in the competitive agricultural sector. Join now: https://lnkd.in/dqxsDmJg With VALUE4HER, you will have the chance to tap into new markets by connecting with buyers locally, regionally, and internationally, opening up exciting opportunities for growth and collaboration. The program also helps you secure financial backing by linking you with investors ready to support your business expansion or improvement. Beyond market access and funding, VALUE4HER offers resources like expert-led training sessions, workshops, and personalized mentorship, all tailored to address the unique challenges faced by women in agribusiness. It is a one-stop shop for the guidance and support you need to overcome barriers and push your agribusiness forward.  Join VALUE4HER today and unlock the network, resources, and opportunities designed to help you succeed. #VALUE4HER #Womenempowerment #agribusiness FEMNET - African Women's Development and Communication Network, Equality Now, Alliance for a Green Economy, Selina Wamucii, Shamba Pride, CREAWKenya, Nuru, Women's Empowerment Link (WEL), Kenya Climate Innovation Center (KCIC), GrowthAfrica, Jasiri4Africa, Nailab Accelerator Official, Enablis Entrepreneurial Network, @@iBizAfrica Incubation Center, Kenya National Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Women In Sustainable Enterprises -WISE, Kenya Association of Women Business Owners, Kenya Association of Women Business Owners, UN Women, International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD), African Women in Animal Resources Farming & Agribusiness Network (AWARFA-N) Nigeria Chapter, KENYA WOMEN MICROFINANCE BANK PLC, Women Farmers Association of Kenya (WoFaAK), GROOTS Kenya, Agriculture Sector Network (ASNET), Strathmore University