E4Impact Entrepreneurship Center boosts innovation with new facilities and graduates

The event, held at the Center’s headquarters in Karen, Nairobi, highlighted the graduation of 39 enterprises from its accelerator and incubator programs and the official opening of state-of-the-art training and auxiliary facilities.

The graduation ceremony marked a key moment for the Center, as 29 enterprises completed the Accelerator program, designed to scale high-potential ventures, while 10 startups graduated from the Incubator program, which focuses on nurturing early-stage businesses with robust growth potential.

These programs have provided participants with comprehensive support, including specialized training in business strategy, financial accounting, entrepreneurial marketing, investor readiness, and impact measurement.

“The graduation of these innovative enterprises represents a significant step forward in fostering a vibrant entrepreneurial ecosystem,” said Prof. Mario Molteni, CEO of the E4Impact Foundation. “Our mission is to empower entrepreneurs with the tools and resources they need to drive change and create impactful solutions.”

The newly inaugurated facilities are set to further enhance the Center's ability to support startups. Equipped with cutting-edge resources, these facilities will offer advanced training programs, collaborative workspaces, and networking opportunities, all aimed at fostering creativity and accelerating business growth.

The event was graced by notable attendees, including Roberto Natali, Italian Ambassador to Kenya, Susan Mang'eni, Principal Secretary of the State Department of MSME Development, and Mr. Giovanni Grandi, Director of the Italian Agency for Development Cooperation (AICS).