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From the bustling streets of urban areas to the numerous highways connecting regions, mobility is at the heart of our lives and economies. Join Nyawira Maina as she unpacks how Little App KE is innovating around mobility. bit.ly/ASSEK24 #AAC2024 #Collaboration4Impact

Driving transformative change requires collective efforts from policymakers, innovators, businesses, and academia. Cecilia Mwangi OGW, Mercy Kimalat, David Cheboryot, Kamila Gasinska, Jackson Kinyanjui, and Julius Gatune lead this panel. bit.ly/ASSEK24 #AAC2024

We are LIVE at the ASSEK Annual Conference and Innovation Awards Gala 2024! Be a part of the conversation as as we celebrate & showcase the brightest minds, boldest innovations, and groundbreaking startups that drive Kenya's entrepreneurial future forward. See you there! #AAC2024

“This event is a movement to align & propel Kenya’s entrepreneurial ecosystem into the future, with a focus on collaboration as the foundation of sustainable economic growth.”- David Cheboryot- ASSEK Chairman & E4Impact Foundation Director, Follow the conference: youtube.com/live/XItO8cMhO…

"Building a globally recognized entrepreneurial ecosystem requires a shared vision, unified voice. The ASSEK Annual Conference aligns our efforts, leverages on our strengths & creates lasting structures that lay the foundation for innovation & growth." Mercy Kimalat, CEO, ASSEK

The First Panel: The key highlight emphasized the importance of cultivating impactful #Partnerships that are complementary, not merely transactional, as these are the cornerstone of a sustainable and thriving entrepreneurial ecosystem.

The Second Panel👏: highlighted the importance of embedding an entrepreneurial mindset across all sectors of our economy and how the government can draw valuable lessons from the ESO ecosystem, particularly in fostering innovation.

"As a homegrown ride-hailing platform, Little App KE integrates technology to address local transportation challenges while fostering inclusivity and sustainability hence championing and growing the Kenyan Economy"- Nyawira Maina, Country Corporate Manager, Little App KE.

The third panel fully expressed the need to harness the collective wisdom and live experiences of entrepreneurs to design adaptive strategies that not only withstand market shocks but also integrate sustainable practices, creating a foundation for long-term success. #AAC2024

"By implementing regulatory reforms, funding mechanisms, Research & Development incentives, and public-private partnerships, the government catalyzes growth & connects local startups to global markets"- John Muinami, Program Manager, The Kenya Industry & Entrepreneurship Project. #AAC2024 #collaboration4impact

The first Breakout session on: "Reimagining Food Systems for Sustainable Livelihoods highlighted the urgent need for transformation in the #agriculture sector to address emerging challenges and unlock opportunities for growth and sustainability. #AAC2024 #collaboration4impact

Catherine Masolia, MD of Somo Africa , highlighted the transformative potential of digitization in driving the growth and sustainability of SMEs. In her session, she emphasized that digitization is a necessity for SMEs aiming to remain competitive. #AAC2024

The last topic revolved around the challenges #entrepreneurs face, including the constant demands of building a #business & financial pressures. The panelists shared actionable insights on how entrepreneurs can prioritize their mental & physical health.

Dr. Dr. Tonny Omwansa, PhD, the CEO -Kenya National Innovation Agency (KeNIA) , successfully unveiled Kenya’s transformative 10-Year Innovation Masterplan, which aims to position the country as a global innovation hub. The address emphasized the importance of strengthening partnerships and fostering collaboration.

Day two of the ASSEK Annual Conference 2024 and Gala Awards is here,🥳🥳 and the transformation continues as we delve into powerful discussions and collaborative engagements. Follow the conference here: bit.ly/AACDay2_YouTube

Today’s panel discussion on leveraging AI to scale the socio-economic impact of startups & SMEs delved into the potential of ESO Impact Intelligence and the pivotal role of AI in scaling the socio-economic impact of startups and SMEs. Join us virtually: bit.ly/AACDay_Two

The Next Panel led by Derrick Mugasia- Lab Coordinator I.O.Me Innovation Labs, highlighted the importance of the Hardware Makerspaces & Prototyping Labs spaces as enablers of practical innovation by providing entrepreneurs & innovators with access to mentorship & collaboration opportunities.

Catherine Ndung’u, Founder of Elim Consult, presented a case study on the ASSEK Regional Capacity Strengthening Program, she highlighted that behavioral change is critical to the growth of the entrepreneurial ecosystem. Follow the session here: YouTube: bit.ly/AACDay2_YouTube