AfriLabs is proud to further its mission of nurturing a dynamic and collaborative innovation ecosystem across Africa by welcoming 18 new members to its expanding network of innovation-driven organizations. Representing all five regions of the continent, these new additions underscore AfriLabs’ commitment to empowering change-makers across Africa.
In Western Africa, Nigeria welcomes five new hubs: VORTEX CENTRAL, Lhaude Africa, darey.io (Xterns Community), KRISTINA JADE CENTER, and CorestreamNG, expanding its innovation footprint in Lagos and Jos. Ghana sees the inclusion of INOVTECH FOUNDATION and Centre for Enterprise Learning in Accra, alongside Wislaw Education and Support Fund and Enactus UMaT in Tarkwa. Burkina Faso contributes to the diversity of the network with the addition of Mektoub, based in Ouagadougou.
Eastern Africa strengthens its representation with Kenya’s The Lolwe AI Hub and JHUB Africa, both situated in Nairobi, marking a significant step in advancing AI and entrepreneurial collaboration in the region.
Southern Africa boasts the inclusion of five hubs: South Africa’s Empire Partner Foundation and I’M IN STARTUP HUB in Johannesburg, and Savant Technology Incubator in Cape Town. Lesotho joins the network with the Lesotho Entrepreneurship Hub & Seed Financing Facility in Maseru and the Makhala Thekiso Foundation, marking Mokhotlong as a new city within the AfriLabs community.
Central Africa celebrates the addition of Cameroon’s Boris Bison Youth Empowerment Business Incubator (BBYEBI), located in Douala, further strengthening the network’s presence in Francophone Africa.
Speaking on the announcement, Zeineb Messaoud, the Director of Community at AfriLabs, stated: “The addition of these remarkable hubs underscores AfriLabs’ commitment to building a united and inclusive innovation ecosystem that transcends borders and fosters impactful collaborations. Each of these new members brings unique expertise and vibrant energy, further empowering communities to leverage technology and innovation for sustainable development. We are excited to work with them to create meaningful opportunities and drive growth across Africa.”
Highlighting the significance of joining the AfriLabs network, Joanna Jacqueline Govender, CEO of Empire Partner Foundation and EPF Tech Fund, shared:
“Joining the AfriLabs Community is more than a partnership; it’s the convergence of shared dreams and a united vision for Africa’s future. At the Empire Partner Foundation, we are driven by the belief that innovation knows no borders and that through collaboration, we can scale transformative solutions that touch lives across the continent. As a Pan-African AI foundation, we are honoured to stand alongside a network of changemakers committed to creating meaningful impact, empowering communities, and writing Africa’s next chapter of progress and resilience. Together, we are building a legacy that will echo for generations.”
Dr. Lawrence Nderu, Founder of JHUB Africa, added: “Talent is evenly distributed, opportunities are not. By joining AfriLabs, JHUB Africa unlocks a pan-African network of mentorship and collaboration, expanding opportunities and ensuring talent connects with the resources it deserves!”
These new additions mark a significant milestone in reinforcing AfriLabs role as a catalyst for transformative change and regional integration within Africa’s innovation landscape.
About AfriLabs
AfriLabs is a Pan-African network of over 500 innovation hubs across 53 African countries designed to drive sustainable economic growth across the continent through investment, innovation, technology, and entrepreneurship.
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