Our mission
To build an inclusive and collaborative startup community that supports, invests in, and harnesses the talent and potential of African innovators to solve pressing challenges and drive the continent’s economic growth.
Why Nailab exists
Access to resources and knowledge are some of the biggest challenges founders face when launching their startups. Nailab is changing that narrative by lowering the barriers to entry for tech entrepreneurs looking to start and scale their businesses.
We are a startup incubator and accelerator that provides a platform for tech entrepreneurs to leverage knowledge, technology, and funding to solve emerging challenges across the continent. Through targeted mentorship and practical training programs, we equip founders with the tools, skills, and networks they need to turn bold ideas into viable, profitable businesses.
We empower founders to raise capital, build strategic partnerships, and scale their businesses across Africa.
10+
Years of Impact
54
African Countries
30+
Innovation Programs
$100M
Funding Facilitated
10,000
Startups Supported
50+
Partners
Our vision
To be the leading catalyst for Africa’s innovation economy—where every African founder has access to the support, tools, and community needed to build world-changing solutions.
What drives us
Entrepreneur-first
We prioritize the needs and growth of African founders by offering support that is tailored, relevant, and results-driven.
Innovation for impact
We champion bold thinking and creative solutions that address real-world challenges and deliver lasting, meaningful change across communities and sectors.
Inclusion
We strive to ensure that opportunities are accessible to all, ensuring that innovators of all backgrounds, especially youth and women, have equal access to resources and support they need.
Collaboration & community
We are building a collaborative community of founders, mentors, investors, and partners to create a strong innovation ecosystem that supports African entrepreneurs.
Integrity
We operate with transparency, honesty, and respect in all our engagements, earning the trust of our entrepreneurs and partners.
Sustainability
We support ventures and partnerships that prioritize long-term impact—for people, the economy, and the planet.
Our team
Meet the dedicated professionals helping African entrepreneurs succeed.
Sam Gichuru
Founder & CEO
Eva Kuchenga
Finance & Operations Manager
Mary Mbuti
Communications & Engagement Lead