Jacob's Ladder Africa (JLA)

In 2024, we made significant strides in advancing sustainable development across Africa. From empowering local communities across counties in Kenya to fostering sustainable innovation and entrepreneurship across the continent, our collective impact has been truly transformative. As we look ahead to 2025, we want to hear from you: What area of green growth should JLA focus on next? Share your thoughts in the comments! Your ideas could inspire our next big initiative! #JLA2024 #GreenJobs #ClimateAction #FutureIsGreen Sellah Bogonko, HSC Bilha Ndirangu Marceline Obuya Karen Chela Karimi Kaburu Mandarina Khabetsa Makena Yvonne Joan Kubai Patricia Wangunyu Cynthia Wanderi Mellany Kagure Karabo M. Godwin Muriuki Rita Mirembe Kevin Okwako Ochima Louis Wajeiya Lydia Akinyi Nelly Nyanchama Francis K. Muiruri Lizzy Obonyo Maurice Terer Tobit Misoi Leah Chepkemoi Felix Mwaniki

What if the next big climate breakthrough is already here just waiting to be backed? 20th March 2025 marked a remarkable milestone for the entire JLA fraternity. We celebrated the graduation of our second cohort from our incubator program, greenlabs. A group of bold visionary young climate innovators leveraging renewable energy to turn local energy challenges into scalable climate solutions was commissioned to go ye and grow. After 9 months of incubation, they’ve emerged not just to build startups but to rewrite Africa’s role in the global green economy. Are you ready to back the next wave of changemakers? If you're an investor, funder, or ecosystem enabler 📩 Get in touch to explore partnership opportunities that will enable the next wave of high-impact green startups driving Africa’s sustainable future. #GreenSkills #GreenJobs #JacobsLadderAfrica info@jacobsladder.africa Sellah Bogonko, HSC Bilha Ndirangu Karen Chelangat Louis Wajeiya Kevin Okwako Ochima Lydia Akinyi Nelly Nyanchama Sifa Kinoti Maryliz Wangari Maxwel Ngunjiri Alice Mwaura Teresa Atieno Sosyline Wamoto Marybrenda Onsomu Maryliz Wangari ANDY BILLY ONYANGO Edwin mwangi Mercy Sheila Otuko Mercy Runo Sylvia Maina Samuel Okumu Wanjala

Many innovators have great ideas, but are they truly listening to the market? 🎯 According to Kevin Okwako Ochima, Innovation Programs Manager at Jacob’s Ladder Africa, one of the biggest mistakes green startups make is failing to align their solutions with real market needs. Understanding your audience, adapting to demand, and staying agile can be the difference between success and failure 🎥 Watch now: https://lnkd.in/dim-XyNx What do you think is the biggest challenge for green startups? Drop your thoughts in the comments! Sellah Bogonko, HSC Bilha Ndirangu Karen Chelangat Louis Wajeiya Lydia Akinyi Kevin Okwako Ochima Nelly Nyanchama Beth Gichanga Mercy Sheila Otuko Fancy Cherotich Calvince Omiti Sifa Kinoti IEEE WIE DeKUT UN Environment Programme World Economic Forum The Circulate Initiative The Circulars The Climate Risk Group Pty Ltd

greenlabs Graduation Day – A New Era of Green Innovation Begins! After 9 months of intense incubation, the greenlabs 2024 Cohort 2 graduates have moved beyond ideas—they've built fully-fledged startups ready to reshape Africa’s green economy! Join us in celebrating their success! Comment #greenlabsgraduation to show your support. #GreenSkills #GreenJobs #GreenStartUps Sellah Bogonko, HSC Bilha Ndirangu Karen Chelangat Louis Wajeiya Kevin Okwako Ochima Lydia Akinyi Nelly Nyanchama Sifa Kinoti Maryliz Wangari Maxwel Ngunjiri Alice Mwaura Teresa Atieno Sosyline Wamoto Marybrenda Onsomu Maryliz Wangari ANDY BILLY ONYANGO Edwin mwangi Mercy Sheila Otuko Mercy Runo Sylvia Maina

Meet Domicious Mulatya from Nguumo Ward, Kibwezi West, Makueni County—one of the incredible women driving change through the JLA Makueni Aquaculture Project. From overcoming obstacles to celebrating victories, she beams with pride recalling her greatest moment: watching her fish thrive and grow. Drop a 💚 if you believe in empowering women! Tell us about a woman making a difference in your community! #IWM #GreenSkills #GreenJobs #JLAInMakueni Sellah Bogonko, HSC Bilha Ndirangu Marceline Obuya Karimi Kaburu Francis K. Muiruri Justus Mwakavi James Musili Charles Kazi The World Bank AGRA FAO Global Environment Facility Equity Group Foundation International Government Of Makueni County Commercial Aquaculture Association of Kenya (CAAoK) LVFO Secretariat Kenya Marine and Fisheries Research Institute (KMFRI) OFFICIAL WIOMSA - Western Indian Ocean Marine Science Association Proscovia Alando Wavu Rodrigue Yossa, PhD, Ir, PMP

In this video, Chune Evans discusses the essential skills needed to thrive in the green economy. From technical expertise to soft skills and an entrepreneurial mindset, he emphasizes the importance of tailoring university curricula to incorporate green skills that empower students for future sustainability challenges. What do YOU think your university can do better to prepare you for a career in the green economy? Tag your university and tell them how they can help shape the next generation for green jobs! #GreenEconomySkills #GreenJobs #GreenSkills #JacobsLadderAfrica Sellah Bogonko, HSC Bilha Ndirangu Mandarina Khabetsa University of Nairobi Green Jobs Everywhere

Will your job exist in the green economy? Jacob's Ladder Africa is thrilled to host a side event panel discussion in collaboration with Oxford Martin School during the Skoll World Forum in Oxford. Event Details: Date: Wednesday, 2nd April 2025 Time: 13:30 – 15:00 BST Location: Jesus College Ship Street Centre Lecture Theatre, University of Oxford Panel Discussion: "Jobs in Transition: Tackling the Shift to a Green Economy" Join us as we dive into the challenges and opportunities of measuring green jobs in a rapidly evolving global workforce. Experts from academia, the private sector, and policymaking institutions will share valuable insights on defining and measuring these roles, and explore cross-sector solutions to understanding their economic and environmental impacts. Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to connect with thought leaders and make your voice heard on this critical issue! To register, click here: https://lnkd.in/dUNraEeV Or scan the QR code in the event poster above to sign up! We look forward to seeing you there! #SkollWorldForum #GreenEconomy #GreenJobs #Sustainability #FutureOfWork #ClimateAction #JacobLadderAfrica #OxfordMartinSchool Sellah Bogonko, HSC Bilha Ndirangu Mahreen Khan Mandarina Khabetsa Skoll Foundation Karen Chelangat Kevin Okwako Ochima Louis Wajeiya Karimi Kaburu Makena Yvonne

Our Green Careers Caravan phone rang and the Jacob's Ladder team picked up a courtesy call this morning from the Vice Chancellor of Taita Taveta University, Professor Fred S. Barasa. Over a hot cup of tea, the GCC team led by our CEO Sellah Bogonko, HSC Bogonko, had an in-depth conversation on the opportunities that exist for Taita Taveta University and Jacob's Ladder Africa towards bridging the gap of youth employability and green workforce development for their context. Have you heard about the Green Careers Caravan? Do you want to come on board? Reach out to us on any of our platforms as we work towards catalyzing 30 million jobs by 2033! Sellah Bogonko, HSC Bilha Ndirangu International Labour Organization UNIDO Daniel Mugendi University of Embu Taita Taveta University Kisii University Kenyatta University Jaramogi Oginga Odinga University of Science and Technology center for E-Learning JARAMOGI OGINGA ODINGA UNIVERSITY OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY (JOOUST) GIZ Kenya AfDB Innovation and Entrepreneurship Lab UNESCO World Food Programme Kenya Green Building Society Uber AGRA Deloitte The Global Development Incubator Kenya Private Sector Alliance (KEPSA) Kenya Renewable Energy Association - KEREA KCB Bank Group Palladium Group The World Bank

Celebrating Our greenlabs Graduates! After 9 months of innovation, resilience, and grit, our greenlabs 2024 Cohort 2 graduates are ready to take the green economy by storm! These changemakers have built and refined their green startups, turning bold ideas into tangible climate solutions that will shape Africa’s future. On Thursday, we honor their journey, celebrate their achievements, and look ahead to the incredible impact they will make. Drop a 🌿 in the comments to congratulate our graduates! #greenlabsGraduation #GreenSkills #GreenJobs #JacobsLadderAfrica Sellah Bogonko, HSC Bilha Ndirangu Karen Chelangat Louis Wajeiya Lydia Akinyi Kevin Okwako Ochima Nelly Nyanchama Beth Gichanga Mercy Sheila Otuko Fancy Cherotich Calvince Omiti Sifa Kinoti IEEE WIE DeKUT Youth for Sustainable Energy and Mobility UN Environment Programme World Economic Forum The Circulate Initiative The Circulars The Climate Risk Group Pty Ltd

Why Do Many Green Startups Fail to Scale? In this video, Kevin Okwako Ochima Okwako, Innovation Programs Manager at Jacob’s Ladder Africa, breaks down the key challenges facing green startups: funding, mentorship, and market access. As the green economy grows, understanding these barriers is crucial for building successful, scalable businesses. Kevin shares practical insights on how to overcome these hurdles and unlock the potential of green startups to drive sustainable change. Have you faced any of these challenges? Drop your thoughts in the comments! #GreenStartups #ScalingGreenBusiness #GreenJobs #JacobsLadderAfrica Sellah Bogonko, HSC Bilha Ndirangu Karen Chelangat Louis Wajeiya Lydia Akinyi Kevin Okwako Ochima Nelly Nyanchama Beth Gichanga Mercy Sheila Otuko Fancy Cherotich Calvince Omiti Sifa Kinoti IEEE WIE DeKUT UN Environment Programme World Economic Forum The Circulate Initiative The Circulars The Climate Risk Group Pty Ltd