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The Top 7 Accelerators in Nairobi, Kenya

Discover the top 7 accelerators in Nairobi that can propel your startup to new heights.

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7 programs · Statuses checked Jul 2026
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Overview

Nairobi has a growing base of early-stage founders, and a handful of accelerators have emerged to fund and scale them — offering capital, mentorship, and the networks teams need to build in the region. Here are 7 worth knowing, drawn from the startersss directory of 3,133 programs.

01

Antler Kenya

NairobiKenyaRolling admissions

Antler Kenya supports early-stage startups in Kenya by providing funding, mentorship, and access to a global network of advisors.

About
ApplicationsRollingFirst chequeUndisclosedExitsUndisclosedFounded2019
How it works
Duration5 monthsFormatIn PersonEquityEquity Unknown
Verticals
Financial Services
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02

MBMAFRICA

NairobiKenyaRolling admissions

Where Founders Thrive

About
ApplicationsRollingFirst chequeUndisclosedExitsUndisclosedFounded2019
How it works
Duration9 MonthsFormatRemoteEquityEquity Unknown
Verticals
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03

The Baobab Network

NairobiKenyaRolling admissions

The Baobab Network is a social impact investment firm that supports and scales high-potential ventures in Africa.

About
ApplicationsRollingFirst chequeUndisclosedExits1Founded2015
How it works
FormatHybridEquityEquity Unknown
Verticals
BankingConsultingCrowdfundingFinancial Services
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04

Catalyst Fund

NairobiKenya

An accelerator that supports fintech startups in emerging markets.

About
First chequeUndisclosedExits1Founded2016
How it works
Duration6 monthsFormatRemoteEquityEquity Unknown
Verticals
Emerging MarketsFinanceFinancial ServicesFintech
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05

Mest

NairobiKenya

Africa-wide technology entrepreneur training program, internal seed fund, and network of hubs offering incubation for technology startups in Africa.

About
First chequeUndisclosedExits5Founded2008
How it works
Duration1 yearFormatHybridEquityEquity Unknown
Verticals
EducationSoftwareTraining
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06

Samurai Incubate Africa

NairobiKenya

Samurai Incubate Africa is a venture capital firm that invests in and supports early-stage startups in Africa.

About
First chequeUndisclosedExitsUndisclosedFounded2018
How it works
Duration3-6 monthsFormatIn PersonEquityEquity Unknown
Verticals
Consumer GoodsEnergyGreentechMedia
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07

Spring Accelerator

NairobiKenya

Spring Accelerator is a global incubator that helps entrepreneurs in developing countries to grow their businesses and create positive social and environmental impact.

About
First chequeUndisclosedExits2Founded2015
How it works
FormatHybridEquityEquity Unknown
Verticals
Impact InvestingSocial EntrepreneurshipConsumer GoodsAgriculture
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No longer operating

3 programs from earlier versions of this list have since shut down or gone offline (checked Jul 2026): 88mph.ac · Food AFrica Accelerator · Nailab Accelerator.

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