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SUMMARY:AI4SU AgriTech Hackathon 2
DESCRIPTION:About AI 4 STARTUPS\nAn AI Hackathon program aimed to support AgriTech Startups to create value through data sharing and foster AI-driven innovations for agricultural sustainability in Kenya and across Africa.How it works: \n\nCo-design a challenge\nLaunch an online workshop series\nLaunch a call for an in person 3-day hacking sprint\nAward 3 grand prizes to top AI models\n\n\nAbout AI4SU Agritech Hackathon 2\nSmallholder farmers across Africa face a dual threat: increasingly unpredictable climate patterns and unstable agricultural markets. With rainfall variability\, droughts\, floods\, and volatile prices shaping every season\, farmers often lack the timely insights needed to plan\, protect their crops\, or sell at the right time. Traditional advisory systems and insurance mechanisms react too slowly\, leaving farmers exposed and underprepared. \nThis hackathon challenge invites innovators to build AI-powered\, geospatially informed intelligence tools that help farmers anticipate climate shocks\, access fairer insurance\, understand market trends\, and make better decisions in real time. Participants will explore how satellite imagery\, climate models\, weather forecasts\, and price datasets can be combined into actionable digital solutions that improve resilience and profitability for Africa’s agricultural communities. \nYou will design solutions around two key challenge areas: \n\nAI for Climate-Risk Modelling & Parametric Insurance : This challenge focuses on developing AI-enabled tools that help farmers anticipate and withstand climate-related shocks. Participants will work with satellite data\, climate models\, and weather patterns to detect early signs of drought\, flooding\, and crop stress. The goal is to build models that can generate localized climate-risk maps\, estimate the probability of crop failure\, and support the design of parametric insurance solutions that trigger payouts automatically when predefined climate thresholds are crossed. By improving the accuracy of hazard detection and reducing basis risk\, these solutions can provide farmers with faster\, fairer\, and more reliable financial protection during severe weather events.\nAI-Powered Market & Yield Intelligence: This challenge invites innovators to design AI systems that give farmers and cooperatives a clearer understanding of market trends and expected yields. Participants will explore how historical price data\, market behavior\, and remote sensing yield estimates can be combined to predict price movements\, demand fluctuations\, and potential oversupply risks. The aim is to create insights that guide farmers on the best times and places to sell their produce\, improving income and reducing post-harvest losses. These solutions should be accessible through farmer-friendly channels\, such as SMS\, WhatsApp\, or simple dashboard interfaces\, enabling users across different regions and connectivity levels to make informed\, data-driven decisions.\n\n\nEquity\, Ethics & Inclusion\nAll solutions should prioritize: \n\nAccessibility for women\, youth groups\, and low-connectivity regions.\nMultilingual and voice-friendly interfaces for farmers with varying literacy levels.\nEthical data practices\, transparency in model outputs\, and fairness across regions.\n\nParticipants must clearly explain data sources\, protect privacy\, and provide understandable interpretations of predictions or insurance triggers. \n\nBuild something that helps farmers prepare\, not just react.\nIf you’re passionate about geospatial analytics\, climate modelling\, machine learning\, or agricultural systems\, this is your chance to build high-impact solutions for real users and real challenges. \nRegistration Link
URL:https://nairobi.impacthub.net/event/ai4su-agritech-hackathon-2/
LOCATION:Hyatt Regency\, 38 Muthithi Rd\, Nairobi\, Nairobi\, Kenya
CATEGORIES:Community building,Finance,Tech
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SUMMARY:The Retail Operators Investments Forum
DESCRIPTION:The Retail Operators Investment Forum\, hosted in partnership with Prometheus\, was designed for ambitious entrepreneurs running strong\, fast-moving businesses that had been positioned for scale. Held as Prometheus shifted to a batch-screened\, stage-gated\, data-driven investment model\, the workshop was created as an entry point into their upcoming investment pipeline. \nParticipants were equipped with insights into Prometheus’ inclusive micro-investment approach\, guided on how businesses could be positioned for growth\, informed on what qualified as “investment-ready\,” and given the opportunity to be shortlisted for future capital opportunities. Community retailers\, micro-franchise operators\, and fast-moving service businesses operating high-demand outlets with disciplined performance were especially suited for this session\, which had been tailored for entrepreneurs seeking structured pathways to scale or raise their first formal investment. \nEvent Registration Page
URL:https://nairobi.impacthub.net/event/the-retail-operators-investments-forum/
LOCATION:Ikigai Riverside\, Merchant Square\, Nairobi\, Riverside\, Kenya
CATEGORIES:Community building,Finance
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SUMMARY:Unlocking Smarter Finance for Smallholder Farmers in Kenya
DESCRIPTION:About the Roundtable \nSmallholder farmers power Kenya’s agricultural economy\, yet most remain underserved by formal finance. Traditional credit systems often overlook their realities resulting in limited lending and underinvestment. \nNow\, AI and data-driven innovations are opening new pathways for inclusion. From satellite-based crop monitoring to predictive lending models\, technology is transforming how smallholder finance can work\, smarter\, fairer\, and more sustainably. \nThis high-level roundtable will bring together leaders in finance\, agri-tech\, and development to explore how data and innovation can unlock smarter finance for Kenya’s smallholder farmers. \nWhat to Expect: \nAn engaging half-day of dialogue\, insights\, and collaboration featuring: \nPanel 1: AI in Action – De-Risking Smallholder Lending\nWith experts from Dalberg Data Insights\, Mercy Corps AgriFin\, and Briter Bridges. \nPanel 2: Capital & Venture Perspectives – Funding the Future of Agri-Finance\nFeaturing AGRA\, Beyond Capital Ventures\, and Acumen. \nKey Takeaway: \n✅ Fresh insights on integrating AI into agricultural finance\n✅ Practical recommendations for lenders\, investors & policymakers\n✅ New collaborations linking financial and agri-tech innovators \nHosted By: \nImpact Hub Nairobi — connecting innovators\, entrepreneurs\, and organizations to design inclusive\, sustainable solutions for people & planet. \nAg-Forum Africa — fostering dialogue and investment across Africa’s agricultural ecosystems.
URL:https://nairobi.impacthub.net/event/unlocking-smarter-finance-for-smallholder-farmers-in-kenya/
LOCATION:Ikigai\, Lower Kabete\, Lower Kabete\, Kenya
CATEGORIES:Finance
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250912T170000
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SUMMARY:China–Kenya Clean Energy : Inclusive Finance Workshop Where clean energy meets inclusive capital
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a high-impact workshop bringing Chinese and Kenyan innovators\, investors\, and ecosystem partners together to spark deals in clean energy\, e-mobility\, and smart cities—through practical insights and curated matchmaking.
URL:https://nairobi.impacthub.net/event/china-kenya-clean-energy-inclusive-finance-workshop-where-clean-energy-meets-inclusive-capital/
LOCATION:Capital Club Nairobi\, Nairobi\, Kenya
CATEGORIES:Finance
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SUMMARY:Fundraising Cafe
DESCRIPTION:The Fundraising Café is a curated breakfast series designed to equip early and growth-stage founders with the knowledge\, connections\, and resources they need to successfully raise capital. Hosted at Impact Hub Nairobi\, the Café blends learning\, networking\, and direct access to investors and service providers in a relaxed yet purposeful morning setting. \n​Through a structured\, time-efficient format\, each session provides founders with actionable fundraising insights\, real-world lessons\, and targeted support services — all over a shared meal that encourages open conversation and community building. \nSession Flow & Format \n​Each Fundraising Café follows a consistent structure to maximize value and engagement: \n\n\n​Keynote Presentation (20–30 mins)\nA focused talk delivered by a founder who has successfully raised funding or an investor/advisor with hands-on experience supporting startups. The keynote highlights tactical lessons\, negotiation strategies\, and personal fundraising stories that founders can learn from. \n\n\n​Q&A Session (30 mins)\nAn open question-and-answer segment where participants can seek tailored advice on topics such as investment readiness\, deal structures\, valuation\, due diligence\, and term sheets. This ensures founders walk away with clear\, practical answers to their most pressing questions. \n\n\n​Expert Pitches (20 mins)\nShort\, targeted presentations from vetted service providers — including legal advisors\, CFO-for-hire consultants\, grant specialists\, and fundraising coaches. These providers share how their services can directly support capital-raising efforts. \n\n\n​Target Audience \n\n\n​Startup Founders preparing for or actively engaged in fundraising. \n\n\n​Investors seeking pipeline opportunities and deeper ecosystem engagement. \n\n\n​Fundraising Support Professionals\, including advisors\, accelerators\, and financial experts.
URL:https://nairobi.impacthub.net/event/fundraising-cafe/
LOCATION:Ikigai Riverside\, Merchant Square\, Nairobi\, Riverside\, Kenya
CATEGORIES:Finance
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SUMMARY:The SME spark summit
DESCRIPTION:Join industry experts\, fintech innovators\, and community changemakers at The SME Spark Summit on Friday\, 18th July 2025\, at Ikigai Riverside\, Nairobi. This exclusive event\, Fueling Grassroots Innovation Through Smarter Finance\, is tailored specifically for microfinance leaders\, SACCO decision-makers\, digital lenders\, donors\, and ecosystem enablers. \nWhy You Can’t Miss This: \n✅ Innovative Insights: Discover behavioural credit scoring techniques\, tech-driven risk management tools\, and alternative data solutions proven to reduce default rates. \n✅ High-Value Networking: Forge impactful connections with fintech pioneers\, community-based organisations\, and key industry peers to strengthen your financial ecosystem. \n✅ Actionable Strategies: Gain practical\, context-aware strategies and lending models crafted to meet the distinct needs of Kenya’s micro and small enterprises (MSEs). \nSummit Highlights: \n✅Engaging Panel Discussions with leading MFIs and fintech visionaries\n✅Practical case studies on community-driven accountability and trust-based lending\n✅Inspiring Keynote from Prometheus Technologies on inclusive\, tech-enabled finance \nYour insights and expertise are crucial to shaping the future of microfinance in Kenya. \nLet’s innovate and empower grassroots entrepreneurs\, together.
URL:https://nairobi.impacthub.net/event/the-sme-spark-summit/
LOCATION:Ikigai Riverside\, Merchant Square\, Nairobi\, Riverside\, Kenya
CATEGORIES:Finance
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SUMMARY:AMA : Fundraising Secrets With Valentine Tenge
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a live virtual AMA (Ask Me Anything) with Valentine Thiga\, a leading startup advisor and fundraising strategist helping African startups unlock capital. This session is designed for early-stage founders\, ecosystem builders\, and anyone curious about what it really takes to raise funding in today’s landscape. \n​Valentine will share insights from her work across Africa’s startup ecosystem\, answer your pressing questions\, and offer practical advice on preparing for and navigating your fundraising journey. \n​What to Expect: \n\n​Live Q&A with Valentine\n​Real-world fundraising insights\n​Practical tips to improve your fundraising readiness\n\n​We welcome all \n\n​Early-stage and growth-stage founders\n​Startup ecosystem builders\n​Aspiring fundraisers and innovators
URL:https://nairobi.impacthub.net/event/ama-fundraising-secrets-with-valentine-tenge/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Finance
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SUMMARY:Microfinance Summit: Rewriting the rules of microfinance
DESCRIPTION:Why are schools\, clinics\, and SMEs still struggling to access the financial tools they deserve? \nTraditional lending models are failing vital community institutions—it’s time to explore smarter\, inclusive financing. \nIf you’re a lender\, microfinance institution\, or entrepreneur looking to unlock new markets and reduce financial risk\, this workshop is for you. \nJoin us and Prometheus Tech on April 2 in Nairobi for a powerful half-day session with leading voices in finance\, tech\, and development. \nDiscover new microfinance models\, learn from case studies\, and build real partnerships that deliver impact. \n📍 The Piano\, ALX 10th floor\, Brookside Avenue\n📅 April 2\, 2025\n⏰ 9 AM – 1 PM \n🎟 Register to lead the change: https://lnkd.in/dF3WzJdF
URL:https://nairobi.impacthub.net/event/578318/
LOCATION:The Piano\, Brookside Avenue
CATEGORIES:Finance
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