2018 Winners & Runners Up
2023 Winners
Mvuvi Enterprises
Produces high-quality processed fish for human consumption while also utilizing sustainable and innovative technologies to convert fish waste into products such as animal feed, fertilizer, and energy.
Founder:
Christine Bonareri and Arnold Adero
The Reusable Sanitary Pads Project
A woman-led initiative that is empowering girls in Uganda by promoting sustainable menstrual solutions.
Founder:
Caroline Lajara
Mawejje Creations
Mawejje Creations is revolutionizing the fashion industry by using plant-based substances and textile waste curbing the negative impacts of fast fashion and being a change in the ethical fashion supply chain.
Founder:
Dimma Mawejje
Kono Farm Enterprises
Aims to present snail farming as a viable option for alternative protein, skin care products, and agribusiness enterprises.
Founder:
Ephraim Okeyo
2022 Winners
Arigiene
The infection rate from water splash-back is increasing in Kenya. Arigiene solves the problem by manufacturing products that prevent splash-back, especially designed to improve lives of women and children, who are more likely to be affected by toilet bowl infections.
Founder:
Frank Mwakitakula
Aqua Bio Sands
Aqua Bio's sand filter turns unsafe into safe and drinkable water. It is a proven, simple, effective, low-cost household water treatment device for safe drinking water that helps to protect the lives of Northern Ugandan communities from water borne diseases.
Founders:
Prisca Bridget Apio and Philip Omara
Volt Kit
Volt kit unlocks the potential of batteries in solving socio-economic & environmental issues. Volt kit collects old lithium-ion batteries from e-waste dealers, landfills, & dumping sites and repurposes them into energy storage systems creating affordable, clean, and safe energy.
Founders: Jesse Simon and Eric Kademe
Eco Dudu Ranch
Eco Dudu in Kenya tackles food insecurity. They rear crickets as an alternative food and protein source, a much needed solutions for hunger & malnutrition. Edible insects as food play a vital role in sustainable diets.
Founder:
Cliff Henry Olal
THE GIVE WORK CHALLENGE
Winners & Runners Up
The Give Work Challenge supports new and early stage businesses in East Africa through funding, mentorship, and community support.
2021 Winners - Winter
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Papyrus Art
Papyrus Art upcycles polythene bag waste to make beautiful art pieces that span across fashion and home decor.
Founders:
Cinderella Layet , Nakato Hilda
Breni Cleaners
Trains women and youth in Northern Uganda to provide professional home and office cleaning services, ensuring they receive a decent income.
Founders:
Brenda Lanyero, Michael Ojok
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Afri AgriMark
A geolocation transport marketplace where small and medium holder farmers in Kenya can access ready markets for their organic produce.
Founders:
Bonface Nyalwal, Linda Kathambi
Storm Light Uganda
A sustainable energy company that makes Solar lighting available to households in rural Northern Uganda.
Founders:
Oluka Robert, Oneka William, Okane Walter
Mukuru Talent
A female football team creates employment by manufacturing footballs and nurtures football talent among young ladies in Mukuru Kwa Njenga
Founder:
Rose Adhiambo
Nimaro Bakers
Nimaro is a baking project for women who lost their jobs during the height of COVID 19. They make and sell baked goods and pastries in Uganda.
Founder:
Fiona Babra Alimocan
2019 Winners & Runners Up
2021 Winners - Spring
2020 Winners - Winter
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Veeklutre
Veeklutre restores dignity to young mothers in marginalized communities by creating fashionable diapers that are affordable and re-usable.
Founders:
Violet Ochieng
Zuri Packs
Zuri reduces land pollution caused by plastic carrier bags and packaging materials. Zuri collects all the waste to make beautiful paper packaging.
Founders:
Oliver Omondi , Beatrice Njeri