Kenya’s most promising, impact-driven startups can now apply for Cohort 9 of the develoPPP Ventures programme, open from 15 May to 30 June 2025. Selected companies will receive €100,000 in non-dilutive funding plus bespoke technical support to accelerate sustainable growth.
Funded by Germany’s Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development [BMZ], develoPPP Ventures in Kenya is delivered by DEG Impulse with implementation support from VC4A and Viktoria Ventures.
“Startups need more than cash; they need structure, guidance and the right connections,” said Stephen Gugu, Founder, Viktoria Ventures. “That mix is exactly what develoPPP Ventures provides.”
Who can apply
- Legally registered and operational in Kenya
- Post-revenue and ready to scale
- Delivering measurable social, economic or environmental impact
- Able to secure matching funds from third-party investors
Real-world impact
Current portfolio companies illustrate the programme’s reach:
| Startup | Solution | Impact |
|---|---|---|
| Taimba | Mobile platform linking smallholder farmers to urban retailers | +15 % farmer revenue; affordable fresh produce for city vendors |
| GenePlus Global | Affordable AI & veterinary support [Geneplus Easy Breed®] | Up to 300 % increase in dairy farmers’ milk output |
| Stima Mobility | Electric motorcycles & 1-minute battery-swap stations | Riders save US $500 a year on fuel & maintenance |
“These startups aren’t just growing—they’re transforming communities,” added Wilfred Mworia, Technical Support Associate, Viktoria Ventures.
Since launch, develoPPP Ventures has:
- Reviewed 2,000+ applications
- Financed 82 startups [25 with follow-on funding]
- Catalysed €40 million in additional investment
How to apply
Innovative Kenyan startups ready to scale can learn more and submit applications via the programme’s online portal before 30 June 2025.
