Overview
Now in its third year, PINCA-Y has evolved from enterprise incubation program into a dynamic ecosystem-building platform. This transition recognizes that youth-led climate solutions require more than technical and financial support; they thrive within a well-connected ecosystem characterized by partnerships, knowledge exchange, and coordinated action.
The inaugural coalition-building meeting in 2024 laid the foundation for this ecosystem approach by convening over 50 stakeholders. Building on this momentum, the second coalition meeting held in November 2025 in Nairobi brought together over 60 stakeholders across government, private sector, development partners, research institutions, and youth enterprises. The meeting deepened collaboration where a Community of Practice was formed and introduced key research findings on job creation within the circular economy for food systems in Sub-Saharan Africa.