Seed funding, incubation, and strategic capital for early-stage tech startups across Kenya and East Africa. We don't just write checks — we build lasting partnerships.
We back visionary founders building Africa's digital future across PropTech, Fintech, Logistics, AgriTech, and Deep Tech.
PropTech | Seed Stage (2022)
A cutting-edge platform connecting property buyers directly to real estate developers and landowners across Kenya. HaoFinder digitizes the property discovery process, reducing transaction friction and increasing transparency in one of Africa's most opaque real estate markets.
Logistics Tech | Growth Stage (2020)
Last-mile delivery infrastructure for e-commerce and businesses across Kenya. Lilwa Delivery powers thousands of daily deliveries with real-time tracking, route optimization, and a network of vetted riders. The platform serves both enterprise clients and individual merchants.
Smart Agriculture | Seed Stage (2023)
Solar-powered cold storage and fresh produce supply chain solutions. Dayat Fresh addresses the critical post-harvest loss problem in Kenya, where up to 40% of fresh produce is wasted. Their solar cold rooms extend shelf life from days to weeks, connecting farmers directly to urban markets.
Fintech | Incubation Stage (2024)
Community crowdfunding and resource-sharing platform enabling Kenyans to pool resources for real estate, education, and business investments. Smart Bantus digitizes traditional "chama" savings groups, providing transparency, escrow protection, and investment-grade opportunities.
Mobility Tech | Seed Stage (2021)
Smart, sustainable mobility solutions for urban and rural Kenya. SafariWiz is building an integrated platform for ride-hailing, carpooling, and last-mile connectivity, with a focus on electric vehicle adoption and reduced carbon emissions in the transport sector.
Deep Tech | Growth Stage (2019)
IoT and embedded systems for industrial automation. CaptainTeknics designs and deploys sensor networks, remote monitoring systems, and industrial control solutions for manufacturing, agriculture, and utilities sectors across East Africa.
We back exceptional founders solving real African problems with technology. Kenya's digital economy is growing at over 10% annually, yet early-stage capital remains scarce. NHL Ventures bridges this gap by providing not just funding, but strategic mentorship, operational support, and access to our ecosystem of portfolio brands.
Our investment committee brings decades of experience in technology, finance, and operations across Africa. We take a hands-on approach, working alongside founders to refine business models, acquire customers, and prepare for follow-on funding rounds.
"NHL Ventures gave us more than capital — they opened doors to enterprise clients and helped us refine our unit economics. Within 12 months, we doubled our revenue."
— Founder, Lilwa Delivery
An intensive, hands-on program for early-stage startups ready to scale. Applications open quarterly.
Weekly sessions with industry experts, successful founders, and NHL's executive team. We help you navigate product-market fit, fundraising, team building, and go-to-market strategy.
Up to $100,000 in seed funding for program participants, plus connections to our network of angel investors, family offices, and institutional venture capital partners.
Access to co-working spaces at NHL hubs in Nairobi, Bungoma, Nakuru, Eldoret, and Kisumu. Discounted rates on cloud services, legal, and accounting through our partners.
Next cohort begins: September 2026
Applications for the incubation program close 60 days before each cohort start date.
We're actively seeking innovative startups across East Africa. Submit your pitch deck or complete our application form. Our investment team reviews applications within 10 business days.
or email us directly at grow@nhl.co.ke
Reach out directly to our investment team for funding inquiries, partnership opportunities, or general questions about our venture capital and incubation programs.
Response time: Within 10 business days for funding applications. For urgent inquiries, please call.