Kuzana 12 week Program

Kuzana is an education and investment program built for ambitious Kenyan small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) looking to scale direct-to-consumer or business sales. The initiative provides a total investment package valued at $40,000, consisting of $20,000 in cash equity investment alongside $20,000 worth of hands-on operational support, professional accounting services, strategy board formation, sales coaching, and software credits, with potential for up to $100,000 in follow-on working capital. Designed to double participant revenues within twelve months without founders relinquishing company control, the program involves bi-weekly in-person workshop sessions held on Fridays in Nairobi over six to twelve months. Eligible businesses must operate in Kenya, generate a minimum of KSh 500,000 in monthly revenue, demonstrate rapid growth, and have full-time founder commitment. Applications must be submitted directly by the company founder or CEO.

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, and you’ll receive feedback within 2 weeks. Batch 3 starts January 9, 2026.

Kuzana invests $20,000 for equity with potential follow-on up to $100,000, plus hands-on support worth another $20,000 — including strategy, export certifications, sales coaching, grant writing, accounting, and weekly workshops.

They’re looking for established Kenyan SMEs (earning Ksh 300k+ monthly) in agri-processing, retail, manufacturing, logistics, fintech, export, and real estate/construction, or other high-growth sectors.

Simply apply through their online form — if selected, you’ll join a 12-week growth program and long-term partnership.