Velex Hub
Velex Hub is a dynamic ecosystem of expertise, partnerships, and services designed to accelerate disruptive technology businesses. With a proven track record of success and an unwavering commitment to innovation, Velex is shaping the future of technology across the Middle East and Africa. By building and supporting tech startups through diverse platforms, Velex Hub drives digital transformation in rapidly evolving sectors such as Financial Services & Banking, Hospitality & Gaming, Supply Chain & Logistics, Mobility, and New Media & Entertainment.
RLabs Uganda
RLabs (Reconstructed Living Lab) is a hub dedicated to empowering communities through innovation, technology, and entrepreneurship. Since inception, RLabs has provided training, mentorship, and support to youth, women, and marginalized groups across more than 23 countries. Through its labs and incubators, RLabs fosters grassroots solutions that drive social impact, economic inclusion, and sustainable development.
M.D.E “MAISON DE L’ENTREPRENEUR”
La Maison Des Entrepreneurs aims to be a business incubator. It works primarily with young entrepreneurs, both rural and urban, supporting them from the ideation stage through to the development of their businesses. This is achieved through training, coaching, advocacy, support, and assistance in securing funding with the ultimate goal of enabling young people in Burundi to create their own jobs and generate employment for others.
Ogandaze Africa Foundation
Ogandaze Africa Foundation (OAF) is a women-led organization empowering youth, women, and marginalized groups including persons with disabilities through entrepreneurship and inclusive economic opportunities. By promoting micro-enterprises, business savings groups, agribusiness, and financial literacy, OAF is tackling poverty and unemployment while equipping communities with the skills and tools to thrive.
Phukira
Phukira is an ecosystem builder driven by interdisciplinary development catalysts, aiming to accelerate development outcomes in the majority world for both profit and non-profit organizations. They create, build, and nurture impactful solutions for locally-led social enterprises, early-stage businesses, nonprofits, communities, and individuals by breaking barriers to impact and scale.
SHAMBA BOX
Shamba Box is an incubation space that focuses on transforming the food system and agricultural value chain in Tanzania. They support farmers and agripreneurs by offering a range of programs, including an acceleration program, research and data collection, project development, planning and management, and food and agricultural consultancy services.
JHUB Africa
JHUB Africa is an incubator that develops climate-smart agricultural solutions and advances digital trade. It cultivates a dynamic innovation ecosystem by fostering creativity, collaboration, and cross-disciplinary innovation. JHUB Africa provides comprehensive support, mentorship, and resources to digital entrepreneurs, startups, and tech experts within its ecosystem. Additionally, it facilitates networking opportunities to connect innovators with industry leaders and potential collaborators.
VORTEX CENTRAL
LolweAI is a forward-thinking technology and innovation lab based in Nairobi. Its mission is to drive positive change through cutting-edge AI and technology solutions. It specializes in developing sustainable circular economy models that benefit local communities and the environment. Its efforts are focused on reducing greenhouse gas emissions, eliminating harmful chemicals, and promoting inclusive growth.
Owl Innovation Labs
Owl Innovation Labs is dedicated to research and development, continually exploring and developing new blockchain technologies and applications to stay ahead of the curve and offer cutting-edge solutions. Additionally, they focus on advocacy and thought leadership by acting as a thought leader and advocate for blockchain technology in Africa. They engage with policymakers, contribute to regulatory discussions, and publish research and insights to shape the future of blockchain in the region. The lab also ensures that its initiatives are sustainable and scalable, allowing for long-term growth and adaptation to evolving technological and market conditions.
AFRICA TECH SPACE
Africa Tech Space is a dynamic and innovative technology to build a facility that catalyzes driving technological advancement and shaping the digital future of Africa. They are dedicated to revolutionizing the technology sector through cutting-edge IT solutions and collaborative partnerships. And have the vision to cultivate a thriving ecosystem where innovation flourishes, impactful solutions are conceived and the landscape of work is redefined.