Nyeri • Kiambu • Nairobi hello@mtkenyahub.com +254 726 857 785
Startup Portfolio Hackathons Impact
MT KENYA INNOVATION HUB

Innovation Redefined for bold ideas, thriving communities, and scalable impact.

Mt Kenya Hub is a dynamic innovation ecosystem connecting entrepreneurs, makers, researchers, artisans, startups, and partners through programs, training, hackathons, investment readiness, and community-driven collaboration across Kenya and beyond.

Join the HubExplore ProgramsView Hackathons
6Public programs
8Active communities
2Visible innovations
21Partner institutions
Priority statistics

Visible ecosystem outcomes and investment traction

Open impact page
1.03M USDInvestment granted to beneficiaries
2844Innovators reached
615Innovations incubated
470Startups engaged
11Hackathons
20Communities
65%Tech focused
Start here

Choose the pathway that fits your role.

A cleaner public entry point for innovators, partners, learners, and ecosystem collaborators.

For innovators
Join the Hub

Create your profile, join communities, and access programs, mentorship, and opportunities.

For builders
Explore Programs

Find the programs, support tracks, and implementation pathways that match your stage.

For networks
Browse Communities

See the learning circles, practice groups, and communities building around shared sectors and interests.

For partners
Talk to the Hub

Reach the right team for partnerships, visits, training, products, media, or ecosystem collaboration.

Mt Kenya Hub team
About the hub

A beehive of innovation, entrepreneurship, and community transformation.

Founded in 2013, Mt Kenya Hub has grown into a practical ecosystem where innovators, entrepreneurs, makers, learners, community groups, and partners can meet, build, learn, access opportunities, and move promising ideas toward visible impact.

Mission

Provide optimal service to our community by helping groundbreaking ideas become reality in the current economy.

Vision

A breeding hive of innovations and businesses with ideas and curiosity to feed the world.

What we do

Programs, services, products, and innovation support.

A stronger public front door that shows the full journey from learning and community to programs, products, stories, and ecosystem credibility.

01
Incubation

Early-stage support for entrepreneurs and ventures.

02
Acceleration

Structured growth support for scaling ventures.

03
Research & Data

Evidence, insights, and applied data solutions.

04
Consulting

Software, digital systems, and innovation advisory.

05
Co-working

A collaborative environment for building and meeting.

06
Training

Hands-on practical learning through MHub Academy.

07
Hackathons

Challenge-driven innovation and ecosystem activation.

08
Prototyping

IoT, 3D printing, and maker-focused experimentation.

Sectors we specialize in

Building across the sectors that matter most to inclusive growth.

Mt Kenya Hub supports innovators, founders, makers, and communities across strategic sectors with strong potential for jobs, resilience, and long-term impact.

View all sectors
Tech
Tech

Software engineering, platforms, AI, data systems, and applied digital products.

Read more
Artisans & Creative Industries
Artisans & Creative Industries

Craft, design, fabrication, culture, digital visibility, and creative enterprise growth.

Read more
Climate & Restoration
Climate & Restoration

Climate action, ecosystem restoration, circular economy, and green livelihoods.

Read more
Health
Health

Community wellbeing, digital health, inclusive care, and practical health innovation.

Read more
Agriculture & Food Systems
Agriculture & Food Systems

Agri-innovation, value chains, climate-smart farming, and food enterprise growth.

Read more
AI, Data & Emerging Technologies
AI, Data & Emerging Technologies

Artificial intelligence, analytics, IoT, immersive tools, and frontier innovation.

Read more
Manufacturing & Fabrication
Manufacturing & Fabrication

Prototyping, making, fabrication, local production, and product improvement.

Read more
Education & EdTech
Education & EdTech

Digital learning, practical skills, youth pathways, and inclusive learning models.

Read more
Digital Commerce & FinTech
Digital Commerce & FinTech

Payments, commerce enablement, market access, and digital business tools.

Read more
Sports Innovation
Sports Innovation

Sports, talent development, digital support systems, and youth empowerment.

Read more
Women & Youth Enterprise
Women & Youth Enterprise

Inclusive entrepreneurship, opportunity access, and enterprise support for underrepresented builders.

Read more
Featured programs

Programs

Structured pathways into learning, growth, resilience, and innovation visibility.

Explore Programs
PINCA-Y Program
Promoting Innovation Networking Climate Action for Youth (PINCA-Y) program
PINCA-Y Program

Through this program, Mt Kenya Hub enables young innovators to influence decisions that directly impact their lives and communities.

View program
Compassionate Care For All
Health
Compassionate Care For All

Compassionate Care for All (CCFA) is a Kenyan, community-driven health organization strengthening home-based care systems for patients who are unable to access consistent, affordable facility-based services.

View program
The Land Accelerator Program
Program
The Land Accelerator Program

Program details.

View program
Mhub Based Training: Art Classes
Art
Mhub Based Training: Art Classes

Mt Kenya Hub Art Classes Young creatives aged 8–15 are invited to join us every Saturday at the Mt Kenya Hub Campus in Nyeri, for Basic Arts Training with artist #TetraG Every Saturday 8:30 AM – 1:30 PM Registration: KES 1,000 | Classes: KES 3,500 Only a few slots remaining, so be sure to register your child here today

View program
TWENDE Project
Conservation International through Mt Kenya Hub
TWENDE Project

Working to assess and prepare MSMEs for grant support, empowering them to expand their operations while enhancing climate resilience and social impact.

View program
Mt Kenya Hub Tech Academy
Program
Mt Kenya Hub Tech Academy

Future-proof your skills at MHub Future Tech Academy! Whether you're a young creator interested in robotics, AI & 3D design, or an adult willing to learn IoT, automation & full-stack AI development, we've got you covered. ? Kicks off 21st & 22nd March 2026, then every weekend for 3 months ? Mt Kenya Hub Campus, Ring Road Nyeri ? KES 5,500 (Adults) | KES 6,000 (Kids) Swipe ?? to see what hands-on learning looks like at Mt Kenya Hub Spots are limited. Scan the QR code or register via online to secure yours today.

View program
Projects

Projects translating partnerships into delivery across communities and sectors.

Show active and completed work involving climate, enterprise, innovation ecosystems, training, and county-level engagement.

All projects
Land Accelerator Program with the World Resources Institute
completedWorld Resources Institute
Land Accelerator Program with the World Resources Institute

As an implementing partner of the Land Accelerator Program, Mt Kenya Hub collaborates with WRI to support social and Agri-entrepreneurs.

View project
Site Visits: Konza Technopolis Development Authority (KOTDA)
completedKonza Technopolis
Site Visits: Konza Technopolis Development Authority (KOTDA)

In partnership with Konza Technopolis, Mt Kenya Hub empowers innovators and entrepreneurs through digital platforms and programs such as Hackathons and Annual Innovation Weeks.

View project
activeGFA Consulting Group
GFA Consulting Group and GIZ (SKIIVE Project)

Mt Kenya Hub, as a member hub of the Association of Countrywide Hubs, is actively involved in the SKIIVE Project.

View project
Plant-Based Solutions
activeQuality Life Without Borders
Plant-Based Solutions

In partnership with Quality Life Without Borders, Mt Kenya Hub supports training and educational initiatives that introduce plant-based nutritional solutions in various areas in Kenya.

View project
Welcome To Compassionate Care For All
activeMt Kenya Hub, Quality lIFE WITHOUT Boarders
Welcome To Compassionate Care For All

Compassionate Care for All (CCFA) is a Kenyan, community-driven health organization strengthening home-based care systems for patients who are unable to access consistent, affordable facility-based services.

View project
Research and Training Initiative with KIRDI
activeKenya Industrial Research and Development Institute (KIRDI)
Research and Training Initiative with KIRDI

Project details.

View project
Products

Products

Public-facing tools, platforms, and solutions emerging from the ecosystem.

View Products
Mkulima Bora
Agribusiness PlatformDigital Platform
Mkulima Bora

An agribusiness-oriented platform supporting farmers and value-chain actors with better visibility and digital opportunity.

View product
KG Farmers App
Agribusiness Platform
KG Farmers App

Real-Time Credit for Real Growth

View product
Studio Mtaani
Creative PlatformWeb Platform
Studio Mtaani

A platform for street photographers to capture, store, and share photos with clients through a simple digital workflow.

View product
Artisans Showroom
MarketplaceWebsite
Artisans Showroom

A digital marketplace enabling artisans, crafters, and artists to showcase and sell their products to wider markets.

View product
TicketPap
Ticketing EngineWeb Platform
TicketPap

A ticketing and event engine for managing access, events, and public participation more efficiently.

View product
Mt Kenya Innovation Week

Six editions of regional innovation convening, showcasing, and collaboration.

Mt Kenya Innovation Week is Mt Kenya Hub’s flagship annual platform bringing together entrepreneurs, innovators, industry experts, and ecosystem stakeholders around technology, climate action, agriculture, education, and creative enterprise.

2025 theme
Emerging Technologies as Catalysts for Climate Action, Job Creation, and AI Adoption.
Format highlights
BushHack, Artisans Hackathon, Plant-Based Hackathon, exhibitions, panels, and a closing showcase.
Visit Innovation WeekExplore event-linked hackathons
Why it matters
  • Connects innovators, policymakers, private sector, and development partners.
  • Creates a premium showcase for startup and innovation visibility.
  • Blends hackathons, exhibitions, talks, and regional ecosystem networking.
Communities

Communities

Active learning networks for builders, makers, researchers, creators, and community problem-solvers.

All communities
Artisans & Creative Community
Creative Economy→
Artisans & Creative Community

A community bringing together artists, makers, crafters, and designers through skills, visibility, and market-facing collaboration.

Open communityJoin and participate
Cybersecurity Community
Technology→
Cybersecurity Community

A space for digital safety, cyber hygiene, peer learning, and future-focused security skills.

Open communityJoin and participate
Climate & Environment (Green Innovation)
Climate→
Climate & Environment (Green Innovation)

Aligns with SDGs and climate financing initiatives.

Open communityJoin and participate
AI & Machine Learning
Technology→
AI & Machine Learning

A learning and builder network for members exploring data, AI, machine learning, and practical emerging technologies.

Open communityJoin and participate
Technology & Digital Innovation
Software→
Technology & Digital Innovation

This is the backbone community driving digital solutions and plat

Open communityOnce a month
Software, Data & Web Community
Technology→
Software, Data & Web Community

For developers, learners, and product-minded members building web platforms, data tools, and practical digital solutions.

Open communityJoin and participate
Academy & participation

Find your people, your learning pathway, and your next step.

From non-technical learners to experienced builders, communities now act as a clearer homepage entry point into trainings, peer support, stories, collaboration, and membership.

Explore trainingsLearning opportunities through MHub AcademyRead featured storiesSee what participation looks like in practiceJoin the hubStart your member journey from the public site
Academy

MHub Academy

All trainings
No trainings yet.
Events & meetups

Upcoming Events

All events
No upcoming events yet.
Innovations

Innovators Directory

View portfolio
Studio Mtaani
Media, Culture & StorytellingNairobi
Studio Mtaani

Director at Mt Kenya Innovation Hub, Board Director at ICT Authority, and Chairperson of the Association of Countrywide Hubs. Experienced in building Android, USSD, and web platforms for governments, UN agencies, and partners across Africa.

View profile
Artisans Showroom
Artisans & Creative Industries
Artisans Showroom

Hubs and Labs will be launched; If you dont use them they will just be your cyber cafe. However dont generalize useability; Other innovators are using them and in 5 years you will see the difference between you and them

View profile
Featured Stories

Featured Stories

Read Stories
Welcome to Studio Mtaani. Create content and share it seamlessly. Unleash your creativity and connect with your audience like never before. Capture. Share.
StoryMar 29, 2026
Welcome to Studio Mtaani. Create content and share it seamlessly. Unleash your creativity and connect with your audience like never before. Capture. Share.

Welcome to Studio Mtaani. Create content and share it seamlessly. Unleash your creativity and connect with your audience like never before. Capture. Share.

Read story
Partners

Partners

Institutions and collaborators helping turn ecosystem work into visible outcomes.

Explore all partners
United Nations Environment ProgrammeNGO
GFA Consulting Group GmbHDonor
Kenya Footballers Welfare AssociationNGO
United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)NGO
Kenya Industrial Research and Development Institute (KIRDI)Government
OracleCorporate
Family Bank KenyaCorporate
World Resources InstituteDonor
Impact

Outcome tracking

Programs and projects can now publish KPI-style outcomes from the admin system.

View impact
Documents

Resource library

Public downloadable files can now be organized by program, project, event, or general hub resource.

Open library
Locations

Branch intelligence

Show where the hub operates and connect ecosystem participants to the closest location.

View locations
Why Mt Kenya Hub

A stronger ecosystem platform for innovators, communities, programs, and partners.

Mt Kenya Hub brings together public visibility, practical collaboration, learning opportunities, venture discovery, and ecosystem coordination in one connected platform designed to support real builders and the institutions that work with them.

For innovators and startups Showcase innovations, request support, connect with mentors and experts, and participate in programs, communities, trainings, and funding pathways.
For communities and members Build relationships around shared interests, collaborate on projects, join events, exchange knowledge, and stay active inside real sector-focused workspaces.
For partners and institutions Discover credible programs, visible ventures, beneficiary stories, and ecosystem activity in a way that is easier to understand, support, and work with.
What the platform makes easier
  • Discover programs, projects, products, and communities faster
  • Show real innovations, stories, and ecosystem progress publicly
  • Connect members to mentors, experts, and collaboration spaces
  • Support stronger partner visibility and institutional trust
  • Keep learning, events, opportunities, and updates in one connected flow
Programs Structured pathways for learning, growth, and support
Communities Peer spaces for collaboration, knowledge exchange, and visibility
Partners Stronger presentation for collaboration, trust, and ecosystem linkage
Flagship moment

Mt Kenya Innovation Week

A stronger showcase for the hub’s flagship convening — bringing together innovators, communities, partners, programs, exhibitions, panels, hackathons, and ecosystem energy in one high-visibility moment.

Explore events View hackathons Partner with us
HackathonsChallenge-driven builds and prototype sprints
ExhibitionsVisible product, venture, and ecosystem showcases
Panels & VisitsLeadership conversations, tours, and learning exchanges
Awards & RecognitionCelebrating builders, partners, and standout innovations
From our YouTube channel

Watch a few highlights from the hub.

A rotating preview of selected videos from the Mt Kenya Hub channel.

More in Media
Empowering Communities Through the TWENDE Project | Mt. Kenya Hub
Welcome to the TWENDE Project—a transformative initiative empowering communities across Kenya to achieve sustainable development. Funded by Green Climate Fund, IUCN and Conservation International, and with Mt. Kenya Hub leading the project's Small Grants Facility, the TWENDE Project supports grassroots enterprises by providing capacity building, in-kind grants, and strategic resources. From innovative agroprocessing to renewable energy solutions, we’re working hand-in-hand with communities to build impactful value chains that drive economic growth and resilience. #TWENDE ‪@ConservationInternational‬ ‪@theGCF‬ ‪@IucnOrg‬
George Njenga: Artisan Feature with Mt Kenya Hub
Meet George Njenga, a talented visual artist from Mt. Kenya Hub in Nyeri who transforms waste materials into breathtaking works of art. Through his creativity, George not only produces unique pieces but also raises awareness about sustainability and the power of recycling.
The Land Accelerator Program - Highlights & Key Features
Discover how Mt Kenya Hub, as an implementing partner of the Land Accelerator Program, is empowering entrepreneurs to restore degraded lands and build sustainable businesses. Through this initiative, we support innovative solutions that address environmental challenges while fostering economic growth in our communities. Watch to see how we're driving change and creating impact. #RestoreForward
Part 5: Empowering Communities Through the TWENDE Project | Mt. Kenya Hub
Welcome to the TWENDE Project—a transformative initiative empowering communities across Kenya to achieve sustainable development. Funded by Green Climate Fund, IUCN and Conservation International, and with Mt. Kenya Hub leading the project's Small Grants Facility, the TWENDE Project supports grassroots enterprises by providing capacity building, in-kind grants, and strategic resources. From innovative agroprocessing to renewable energy solutions, we’re working hand-in-hand with communities to build impactful value chains that drive economic growth and resilience. #TWENDE ‪@ConservationInternational‬ ‪@theGCF‬ ‪@IucnOrg‬
Highlights from the Mt Kenya Innovation Week 2024
Highlights from the Mt Kenya Innovation Week 2024
The Artisans Showroom Platform Launch Highlights
Highlights from the Artisans Showroom Platform Launch - Powered by Mt Kenya Hub #ArtisansShowroom