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A sneak peek into the Adaptation & Resilience ClimAccelerator Bootcamp programme done in partnership with EIT Climate-KIC focused on helping start-ups refine their climate solutions and strengthen their business models. The key sessions that were covered are: 🔹 Customer Value Proposition & Customer Personas – Led by Rita Mchaki 🔹 Sustainable Business Modelling – Led by Faraji Hassan Emily 🔹 Climate Fresk – Led by Julien HEDERER Bootcamps are crucial in bridging the gap between innovation and real-world application. They help founders refine their strategies, understand market needs, and strengthen their impact on tackling climate challenges. Which of these sessions do you think is most valuable for climate-focused start-ups? Drop your thoughts in the comments! 💬👇 __ #ClimAccelerator #Sustainability #ClimateInnovation #InnovationforAfrica

Thank you, innovators, for being part of Founder 2 Founders! The event was part of the Adaptation & Resilience ClimAccelerator Programme in partnership with EIT Climate-KIC. The event had climate innovators, industry leaders, and entrepreneurs discuss strategies for building resilient businesses in the face of climate challenges. A special appreciation to our panelists: 🌱 Gibson Kawago – Founder, WAGA Technologies 🌱 Shamim Wasii Nyanda – Team Lead Tanzania Ocean Climate Innovation Hub 🌱Peter Christopher – Manager Sustainability Programs, CRDB Bank Plc Your engagement, questions, and conversations made this event impactful. Let’s continue supporting climate-focused entrepreneurship and innovation! Want to learn more about Founder 2 Founders event or register for future sessions? Visit https://lnkd.in/eRs9Nbz6 ___ #ClimAccelerator #Founder2Founders #ClimateInnovation #ResilientBusinesses #InnovationforAfrica

Hi Innovators! One of our partners, Oracle Academy, is hosting a free virtual BootCamp for students, and you won’t want to miss it! In the session, you'll explore AI and Oracle Cloud Infrastructure with expert Oracle Solution Engineers. This is a great chance to learn how these technologies are shaping the future and gain practical skills to stay ahead. Details: 📅 Date: February 21, 2025 ⏰ Time: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM (GMT+1) 💡 Topic: Unlocking Innovation with AI and Oracle Cloud Tag a friend who should join! See you there. 👨💻👩💻 Register now: https://lnkd.in/e5WER8jS __ #CloudComputing #OracleBootcamp #TechForStudents #SmartLab #InnovationforAfrica

Say Hello to NDUGUNAMITI ENTERPRISES LIMITED! Ndugunamiti is dedicated to landscape restoration through tree planting and promoting climate-smart agriculture in Mwanza, Tanzania. By restoring degraded land and advocating for sustainable farming, they are helping communities build resilience against climate change while improving livelihoods. We’re excited to have Ndugunamiti Enterprises Limited as part of the Adaptation & Resilience ClimAccelerator Programme, where they will scale their impact and refine their solutions. The Adaptation and Resilience ClimAccelerator in Tanzania, powered by EIT Climate-KIC and run in partnership with SmartLab, is a global programme designed to help start-ups innovate, catalyze, and scale their climate solutions. __ #ClimAccelerator #ClimateInnovation #InnovationforAfrica

Say Hello Rada 360 Rada 360 is transforming agriculture by harnessing satellite data to help farmers mitigate climate risks. Their technology provides early warning insights for precision irrigation, crop monitoring, targeted input application, and yield forecasting, helping farmers make smarter, climate-resilient decisions. We’re excited to have Rada 360 as part of the Adaptation & Resilience ClimAccelerator Programme, where they will refine their solutions and scale their impact. The Adaptation and Resilience ClimAccelerator in Tanzania, powered by EIT Climate-KIC and run in partnership with SmartLab, is a global programme designed to help start-ups innovate, catalyze, and scale their climate solutions. __ #ClimAccelerator #ClimateInnovation #InnovationforAfrica

Empowering SMEs Through Business Model Validation On January 30, I facilitated a dynamic online lab session for the Adaptation & Resilience #ClimAccelerator program implemented by Smart Lab focusing on Business Model Validation for SMEs. We delved deep into key areas like: 1️⃣ Customer Segmentation – Understanding the who behind your business, from demographics to behaviors. 2️⃣ Customer Value Proposition (CVP) – Crafting compelling reasons why customers should choose YOU. 3️⃣ Customer Personas – Bringing target audiences to life by defining their motivations, pain points, and behaviors. One highlight was exploring how Airbnb validated its model through iterative customer feedback—proving that listening to your audience isn't just good practice, it's the key to growth. We wrapped up a powerful engagement session where the 10 beneficiary SMEs shared their understanding of the training, reflected on challenges and successes, and discussed how they plan to apply the knowledge to strengthen their businesses. The passion and insights exchanged were truly inspiring! Action Items for our SMEs: ✅ Define your customer segments with precision. ✅ Develop detailed personas that guide your strategies. ✅ Align your CVP with what truly matters to your customers. I look forward to witnessing how these businesses grow and thrive with validated, customer-centered models! 🌍 #BusinessModelValidation #SMEs #ClimAccelerator #Entrepreneurship #Sustainability #CustomerCentric #Innovation #Partnerships

Flashback to the launch event of the Adaptation & Resilience ClimAccelerator – a partnership between EIT Climate-KIC and SmartLab, bringing together climate innovators, industry leaders, and partners to support start-ups tackling climate challenges. From inspiring speeches to powerful connections, this event set the stage for an exciting journey ahead. Watch the highlights and see how we’re working towards a more climate-resilient future! ___ #ClimAccelerator #ClimateInnovation #Resilience #InnovationforAfrica insectup Desmond Ikirima NDUGUNAMITI ENTERPRISES LIMITED

Say Hello to KilimoMax Solutions! Kilimomax Solutions is empowering rural communities in Tanzania through sustainable agriculture and organic waste management. By using Black Soldier Fly (BSF) farming, they transform organic waste into valuable resources like compost and animal feed—helping farmers improve soil health and livestock nutrition while reducing waste. We’re excited to support KilimoMax Solutions as they scale their impact through the ClimAccelerator journey! The Adaptation and Resilience ClimAccelerator in Tanzania, powered by EIT Climate-KIC and run in partnership with SmartLab, is a global programme designed to help start-ups innovate, catalyze, and scale their climate solutions __ #ClimAccelerator #ClimateInnovation #InnovationforAfrica

Say Hello to Digital Mobile Africa! Digital Mobile Africa is empowering smallholder farmers by unlocking access to finance, agri-inputs, and mechanization on credit. Supported by Tier-1 financial providers, they also offer climate-smart extension services, digital insurance, and a marketplace for produce trading through powerful B2B and developmental partnerships. We’re excited to work with Digital Mobile Africa and support their journey in transforming agriculture through the ClimAccelerator Programme! The Adaptation and Resilience ClimAccelerator in Tanzania, powered by EIT Climate-KIC and run in partnership with SmartLab, is a global programme designed to help start-ups innovate, catalyze, and scale their climate solutions __ #ClimAccelerator #ClimateInnovation #InnovationforAfrica

Our Business Lab Director, Larry Ayo, recently attended a BootCamp as part of the Mawimbi. This initiative, led by INCO and supported by Fondation Botnar and TangaYetu, focuses on empowering youth through innovation, entrepreneurship, and collaboration. Its goal is to enhance Tanga's entrepreneurship ecosystem by aiding local organizations, thus increasing the region's attractiveness to external stakeholders. Tanzania's entrepreneurial ecosystem is experiencing significant growth. In the third quarter of 2024, Tanzanian startups attracted US$43 million in funding, ranking the country third in Africa for #startup investments, alongside Egypt and Kenya. This demonstrates the growing support for entrepreneurship and the positive influence of programs like Mawimbi in driving #innovation and economic growth. The Mawimbi Program and similar initiatives are vital in connecting young innovators with the skills and networks they need to succeed, contributing to the evolution of Tanzania's entrepreneurial landscape. As Tanzania's innovation landscape grows, it is crucial to support initiatives that empower the next generation of changemakers. __ #YouthEmpowerment #TangaInnovation #EntrepreneurshipEcosystem #InnovationforAfrica