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
5
Cohorts
51
Fellows
8
Projects
15
Fellows
Ecosystem KPIs
4
Events
3200
Attendees
61
Podcasts
14,000
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
Eric Burugu
Product Development
Mercy Mawia
Market Research
Grace Gitau
Market Research
Christine Gatwiri
Product Development
Hellen Kokach
Product Development
Harmon Ellen
Digital Marketing
Levi Wanakacha
Digital Creative
Modesta Ngei
Pr & Comms
Zachary Gakuo
Product Development
James Kabochi
Product Development
Valentine Hokah
Fundraising
Ezekiel Otsieno
Market Research
Jessica Achieng
Market Research
Mathenge Waweru
Product Development
Michael Gitonga
Product Development
Victoria Chebet
Fundraising
Emelda Kyalo
Market Research
Prince Irungu
Product Development
Clara Kitungulu
Legal
Mose Kombo
Market Research
Precious Nyangau
Fundraising
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
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
Janet Dali
About Dali
I am passionate about technology and the impact it has in Africa. I have over 14 years experience within the banking industry in the region. My experience cuts across product development, innovation, project management, strategy development and implementation. I spent the last 5 years supporting fintech solutions across the east african region. I am a fresh infusion of energy to any room.
Janet Dali
Programs 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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