Changing the
African narrative
Startup studio in Nairobi on a mission to ensure young talented Africans can participate in the digital transformation of Africa as creators and owners
About
Product development Fellows
We provide a place for aspiring technical entrepreneurs to work on internal projects with the intention of spinning them out into startups
Professional Service Fellows
We provide a place for emerging professionals to develop the skills and experience required for a career in innovation and entrepreneurship
Resource network
We continually develop a network of key mentors, advisors, domain experts, donors and angel investors who provide the necessary support for the work we do
Media platform
Our media and events platform is designed to demystify and localize startup building knowledge and to provide Silicon Savanna a voice, an identity, and community
Our Work
Approach
By the numbers
Studio KPIs
4
Cohorts
45
Fellows
7
Projects
15
Fellows
Ecosystem KPIs
4
Events
1300
Attendees
50
Podcasts
9,822
Plays
The Future
Accountability
People
Innovation Fellows
Andrew Ndung'u
Video and Media Production
Kongin Damaris
Product Marketing & Communications
Hosea Ciuti
Product Development
Mark Orina
Product Development
Brandon Ruoro
Digital Creative
Mercy Nyaramba
Product Development
James Mungai
Market Research
Kefa Mutuma
Product Development
Wycliffe Barasa
Donor Relations
Raphael Gichira
Product Associate
Ian Kinyua Irungu
Product Development
Ian Kiragu
Legal
Mutethya Mutweko
Market Research
Erick Liona
Video and Media Production
Grace Gitau
Market Research
Christine Gatwiri
Product Development
Harmon Ellen
Digital Marketing
Valentine Hokah
Fundraising
Zachary Gakuo
Product Development
James Kabochi
Product Development
Ezekiel Otsieno
Market Research
Kerry Watiri
Partnerships and Financing, Jenga
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Waridah Makena
Market Research
Michael Gitonga
Product Development
Team
Kevin Owuor
I'm the Human Resource Associate
I oversee the Human Resource Operations at Impact Africa Network. I studied Entrepreneurship and Management at the United States International University (Africa). I have worked as a business executive in various firms which include Enwealth Financial Services and Serengeti Pride Safaris In Arusha, Tanzania. I also operated various businesses in the coastal city of Taveta, where he offered technical support services in IT.
Kevin Owuor
Chief of Staff
Phyllis Mburu
I'm the Donor relations lead
I have 5 years experience working in non-profits, specifically in project management and fundraising. My background is in Communication and P.R with certification in project management. Being a young person herself, I am passionate about young people accessing opportunities and consequentially build strong institutions. I also enjoy reading and travelling.
Phyllis Mburu
Donor Relations
Mark Karake
Founder - CEO
I spent 15 years working with startups in Silicon Valley and brings a wealth of practical startup operational expertise. I am passionate about changing the African narrative by building great African companies and helping to establish a culture of high performance, high integrity and high collaboration
Mark Karake
Founder - CEO
Sharon Wanjiru
About Sharon
I am a dynamic professional who is passionate about technology, strategy and envisions exceptional leaders and knowledge are the ultimate competitive advantage in the marketplace. Experienced in Project Management, Program Management and Business Strategy and Operations Leadership. Hands-on in solving business challenges, driven, and entrepreneurial with a proven track record of Strategic Leadership, and Multi-project management. Particular interests in startups with social impact across emerging markets. A Strong business innovation professional with a Master of Science (M.Sc.) focused in Computer Science from University of Nairobi and Bachelor of Business Information Technology from Strathmore University. Previously I was the Global Learning and Development Manager for Lori Systems, Strategy and Operations in Talent Development at Andela, Technical Consultant at Fineline Systems and Management and Software Engineer at Craftsilicon
Sharon Wanjiru
People Development and Culture Manager
Joy Ndinda
About Joy
Joy Ndinda is a Media and Communications professional with an undergraduate degree in Media, Language and Communications from Moi University. Prior to joining Impact Africa Network, I worked in different communication roles at M-Kopa Solar, Kenya Education Fund and Kilimall. My interests in tech and being part of the next movement that is going to change Africa led me here. I enjoy road trips, catching sunsets and stand up comedy.
Joy Ndinda
Fundraising and Partner Relations Manager
Robert Opiyo
About Robert
With over 5 years of experience in in-house visual content production experience, I strive to tell stories reflecting a brand and impacting communities. Having studied Bsc. Games Technology, I strive to tell visual stories from an audience interaction perspective. I enjoy playing ice hockey as a defenseman with the Kenya Ice Lions and support them as a content creator as well.
Robert Opiyo
Content Production Manager
Zionah Ndirangu
I'm the Solutions Manager
A curious soul and young professional with hands-on experience in Solution Development across large matrix organizations. I undertook Management Science(Major) and Marketing (Minor)specializations for my Commerce degree. I am passionate about Young Africa, Innovation and I have a high affinity to emerging technologies.I strive to make things happen through my can-do attitude! An adrenaline junkie that loves shopping, a good laugh and Great Music.
Zionah Ndirangu
Solutions Manager
Board
Ella Peinovich
Co-founder, Powered-by-People, Serial Entrepreneur
Ngigi Waithaka
Founder, Kionjo. Serial Entrepreneur
Agatha Gikunda
Head of Developer Relations, Intel
Louis Majanja
CPO & Co-founder Ajua
Bitange Ndemo
Prof. ICT UoN, Former permanent secretary I.C.T GoK
Raphael Kilondu
Secretary Kenya USA Diaspora Sacco
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