Jasiri Growth Accelerator is inviting founders in Kenya and Rwanda to its accelerator program. This is designed for early-stage startups. It offers a blend of strategic support and funding, up to $75,000 per venture. The program is tailored to businesses that are tackling complex challenges with scalable, impactful solutions.
Who It’s For
The accelerator is open to startups registered in Kenya or Rwanda that are:
- Already generating revenue,
- Serving a significant, often overlooked market segment,
- Showing signs of steady user or revenue growth,
- Legally registered and tax-compliant, and
- Offering clear, defensible innovations—whether in their products or business models.
But more than just being a business with traction, Jasiri is looking for founders who are creating new markets—making essential products or services accessible to people who couldn’t afford or access them before.
What Founders Get
Each selected startup receives $75,000 in a mix of direct funding and non-financial support. This will be disbursed based on a jointly developed plan between the founder and Jasiri’s team of venture builders. Additionally, the startups will receive:
- Expert mentorship and venture-building support
- Help with financial modeling, valuations, and investor readiness
- Market validation and business model refinement
- Legal and administrative support
- Help setting up a data room and preparing an investor-grade pitch deck
- Networking opportunities and introductions to potential investors and partners
The accelerator also includes structured interventions over a 10-month period, focusing on areas such as business development, funding strategy, operations, and impact measurement.
How the Investment Works
The funding is provided under a Simple Agreement for Future Equity (SAFE) and Jasiri will remain a minor shareholder. This is to ensure the founders retain control while still be in a position to attract follow-on investment in the future.
Once the agreement is signed, immediate funding is released, with additional disbursements tied to pre-agreed milestones. Non-financial support, like legal services or market research, is paid directly to service providers.
A Program That Fills a Real Gap
One of the biggest hurdles for startups in Africa is the early funding gap. This is especially so for those tackling complex problems in uncharted markets. These businesses usually need significant capital before traditional investors come onboard. That’s where the Jasiri Growth Accelerator comes in, it bridges this gap by giving high-potential ventures the capital and support they need to scale.
If you’re a founder in Kenya or Rwanda building something bold and meaningful, this could be your chance to take that catalytic next step.
Applications are now open. Visit the Jasiri Growth Accelerator site to learn more and apply.
