E4Impact Foundation

Kenya Agribusiness Entrepreneurship Program (KAEP) 2025 – Call for Applications by E4Impact Foundation & Joule – Apply by 22nd April 2025

ESSENTIAL PROGRAM DETAILS

Program Title: Kenya Agribusiness Entrepreneurship Program (KAEP)
Program Organizers: E4Impact Foundation & Joule (ENI School of Entrepreneurship)
Application Deadline: 22nd April 2025
Eligibility: Agribusiness startups operating in Kenya with MVP or post-revenue status
Focus Areas: Precision Agriculture, Supply Chain Management, Waste Management
Location Eligibility: Nairobi, Makueni, Mombasa, and surrounding areas
Official Application Portal: Apply via KAEP Portal Below
Support Contact: accelerator.kenya@e4impact.org | +254 712 526 952

INTRODUCTION

Are you an entrepreneur in Kenya’s agriculture or agri-tech space with an innovative product, service, or solution? Are you working to transform farming, food systems, or agro-waste management through tech, sustainable practices, or inclusive supply chain models?

The Kenya Agribusiness Entrepreneurship Program (KAEP), launched by E4Impact Foundation in collaboration with Joule – ENI School of Entrepreneurship, invites Kenyan agribusiness entrepreneurs to apply for its 2025 cohort.

This high-impact entrepreneurship accelerator is designed to support early-stage and growth-stage agribusiness startups that offer market-driven, scalable, and sustainable innovations in key agricultural value chains.

The program targets entrepreneurs building solutions in:

Precision Agriculture
Agricultural Supply Chain Management
Waste Management and Circular Economy

If you’re an agriculture innovator ready to scale your MVP or post-revenue venture in Kenya, this program offers business acceleration, expert mentorship, access to markets and networks, and tailored technical support—all designed to help you thrive in the growing African agribusiness ecosystem.

ABOUT THE ORGANIZERS

E4Impact Foundation

E4Impact Foundation is a global impact accelerator headquartered in Italy and operational across multiple African countries. Its mission is to support the scaling of sustainable enterprises that tackle social, environmental, and economic challenges across Africa.

Through partnerships with universities, corporations, and development institutions, E4Impact provides access to training, investment readiness, and ecosystem building. Its Kenya chapter has successfully run multiple entrepreneurship programs focused on agribusiness, circular economy, and renewable energy.

Joule – ENI School of Entrepreneurship

Joule is the entrepreneurship school founded by ENI, one of the world’s leading integrated energy companies. Joule supports business ventures that foster inclusive, climate-resilient, and tech-driven economies. With a particular interest in environmental sustainability, Joule’s collaboration with E4Impact aims to empower agribusiness entrepreneurs in Kenya to tackle food security, carbon emissions, and post-harvest inefficiencies.

PROGRAM STRUCTURE AND TRACKS

The 2025 Kenya Agribusiness Entrepreneurship Program will run two tailored tracks based on your venture’s level of maturity.

Track 1: Minimum Viable Product (MVP) Stage

This track is ideal for early-stage entrepreneurs who have:

Developed a working minimum viable product
Conducted basic product-market fit analysis
Tested the concept with a pilot or test group
Registered their business in Kenya

You will receive:

Business model refinement support
Prototype improvement mentorship
Access to local pilot opportunities
Support in validating revenue channels and go-to-market strategy
Coaching in pitching, fundraising, and investor readiness

Track 2: Post-Revenue Growth Stage

This track targets more advanced ventures that:

Have been generating revenue for at least 6 months
Have some traction with customers or business partners
Seek to scale operations or expand regionally

You will receive:

Investment readiness support
Scaling strategy and roadmap development
Access to private and institutional investors
Advanced pitch preparation
Support in formalizing supply contracts and partnerships

Both tracks benefit from access to mentorship, coaching, investor linkages, ecosystem events, and impact measurement support.

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA

To qualify for participation in the Kenya Agribusiness Entrepreneurship Program 2025, your venture must meet the following criteria:

General Eligibility

Must be registered and legally operating in Kenya
Founders or core team members must be Kenyan citizens or legal residents
Business must fall within one of the program’s three focus areas (listed below)
Operations must be based in or around Nairobi, Makueni, or Mombasa
Must demonstrate market potential and potential for social or environmental impact

Specific Track Eligibility

Track 1: MVP Stage

Have a working prototype or MVP
Can demonstrate problem-solution fit and initial user engagement
Not yet generating consistent revenue or still refining monetization strategy

Track 2: Post-Revenue Stage

Business has a consistent revenue stream for at least 6 months
Has defined business model and go-to-market strategy
Seeks investment, formal partnerships, or large-scale distribution channels

THEMATIC FOCUS AREAS

The Kenya Agribusiness Entrepreneurship Program supports entrepreneurs building solutions in one of the following thematic domains:

1. Precision Agriculture

Innovations in this category include:

Smart farming solutions (IoT, sensors, satellite mapping)
Soil testing, climate data, and crop forecasting tools
Agri-robotics and remote-controlled farming systems
Digital tools that increase productivity, input efficiency, or climate resilience
Farmer advisory platforms, input optimization apps, and automated irrigation systems

2. Supply Chain Management

This category supports:

Cold chain logistics and post-harvest storage solutions
Platforms that connect farmers to markets and off-takers
Food traceability and transparency systems
Inventory, transport, and logistics platforms for agricultural produce
Value chain financing tools and cooperative marketplaces

3. Waste Management

Ventures tackling:

Organic waste recycling into compost, bio-fertilizers, or feed
Biogas production from agricultural waste
Circular economy models that upcycle or repurpose farm residues
Technologies that reduce post-harvest losses
Eco-packaging or plastic alternatives made from agri-waste

PROGRAM BENEFITS

Participants of the Kenya Agribusiness Entrepreneurship Program 2025 will receive:

Tailored Acceleration Curriculum
One-on-One Coaching and Mentorship from local and international experts
Access to a network of agribusiness investors, buyers, and partners
Technical Support in prototype development, validation, and impact assessment
Participation in ecosystem events, pitch days, and demo showcases
Enhanced visibility through media and program platforms
Potential access to funding, grants, or seed capital opportunities via investor partners
Certification of participation and ongoing alumni support

PROGRAM TIMELINE

Applications Open: March 2025
Application Deadline: 22nd April 2025
Selection and Onboarding: May 2025
Program Duration: May – October 2025
Demo Day and Investor Showcase: November 2025

HOW TO APPLY

Applications are now open for the 2025 cohort.

Interested entrepreneurs should:

Visit the official application portal:
Submit Your Application Here
Ensure all information is complete and accurate, including:

Company profile
Business model canvas or pitch deck
Team bios
Registration documents

Clearly indicate which track you are applying for:

Track 1: Minimum Viable Product Stage
Track 2: Post-Revenue Growth Stage

Submit your application no later than:
Monday, 22nd April 2025 (11:59 PM EAT)

For additional queries or clarifications:
Email: accelerator.kenya@e4impact.org
Phone: +254 712 526 952

WHO SHOULD APPLY?

This opportunity is ideal for:

Early-stage agripreneurs looking to validate and refine their MVP
Growth-stage agribusinesses ready to scale and attract investors
Youth-led agri-startups creating technology for food systems
Women-led ventures focused on sustainability or circular agriculture
Community-focused businesses using agriculture for social transformation
Alumni of university-based incubators looking for advanced acceleration
Teams passionate about climate-smart, inclusive, and profitable farming models