Our partnership with Acumen worked to strengthen the capacity of 20 social entrepreneurs in East Africa (Kenya, Uganda, Ethiopia, and Rwanda), to scale their businesses in order for them to increase the assistance for people who need it the most.
Acumen
Programmes and Projects

East Africa Accelerator programme
2020
Acumen and IKEA Social Entrepreneurship have co-created an accelerator programme that will strengthen the work of 20 social entrepreneurs across East Africa.
Social Enterprises

Alive and Kicking
Produces soccer balls in Kenya providing employment, improved health and behavior to marginalized groups.
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Aqua Clara Kenya
Leveraging networks to increase awareness of WASH practices and adoption of water filters.
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BeMistre
Home decor and furniture products from recycled and organic raw materials led by women and youth.
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Enlight Institute
Recruitment, training and coaching for youth to access employment in solar industry.
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ENZI
High-end shoe production & sales supporting workforce development and employee livelihood in Ethiopia.
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Felek Notebooks
Produces and sells notebooks, donating supplies to rural schools and supporting education in Ethiopia.
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Imani Collective
Home accessories made using natural raw materials and traditional techniques.
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Industree Ethiopia
Enables fabrics and apparel sourcing from Ethiopian producer-owned enterprises.
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Kidame Mart
Creates opportunities for rural women to earn income by selling fast-moving goods in their communities.
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Nuru Social Enterprises
Produces and sells Nuru Yogurt, supporting Kenyan smallholder farmers to enhance milk production.
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RefuSHE Artisan Collective
Leverages consumer preferences to provide a source of income for young refugee women.
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Resonate
Provides leadership training to women and youth, enabling them to achieve their potential.
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Upcycle Africa
Improving livelihoods and tackling the plastic waste crisis in Uganda by building homes and changing mindsets.
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Vijana Corps
Creating tools, platforms, and opportunities for the most marginalized youth in Uganda.
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