At CoELIB, we are passionate about driving innovation and economic growth

CoELIB empowers entrepreneurs, researchers, and change-makers across Africa by turning ideas into impactful, scalable solutions.

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African Bioeconomy University Alliance (ABU)

ABU aims to harness Africa’s rich biodiversity, indigenous knowledge, and scientific potential
to build sustainable, inclusive, and resilient economic systems

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African Animal Breeding Network (AABNet)

The African Animal Breeding Network (AABNet) is a platform of highly knowledgeable geneticists, animal breeders
and professionals providing information, training and advice across the continent.

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National Bioeconomy Educational and Policy Framework in Kenya (Bio-KE)

The National Bioeconomy Educational and Policy Framework in Kenya (Bio-KE) project seeks to strengthen capacity in training and research to stimulate investment in Kenya’s bioeconomy sectors.

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we are passionate about driving innovation and economic growth across diverse sectors

CoELIB is a dynamic hub dedicated to driving innovation, entrepreneurship, and economic growth across Africa. Through our four pillars; Business Incubation & Market Development, Leadership & Technical Assistance, Research & Commercialisation, and Media & Advocacy, we empower individuals, startups, and institutions to turn ideas into sustainable impact. Based at Egerton University, we serve as a bridge between academia, industry, and communities to build a thriving ecosystem of change-makers and innovators.
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Our Pillars

CoELIB is built on four foundational pillars that drive our mission to foster innovation, entrepreneurship, and sustainable development. These pillars reflect our integrated approach; supporting startups, delivering expert consulting, transforming research into enterprise, and amplifying impact through media and advocacy. Together, they form the backbone of our efforts to empower communities and create lasting change.

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Business Incubation & Market Development

Empowering startups and entrepreneurs to thrive.

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Consulting & Tech Assistance

Advisory services and technical support for growth.

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Research, Development & Commercialisation

Turning research into impactful solutions.

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Communication, Media & Advocacy

Sharing success stories and driving awareness.

Our Impact

Since our establishment, CoELIB has been instrumental in turning ideas into successful ventures. We have provided support to numerous startups, guiding them through crucial growth stages and assisting them in achieving success in the market.

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CoELIB empowers entrepreneurs, researchers, and change-makers across Africa by turning ideas into impactful, scalable solutions. Through incubation, leadership development, research commercialization, and strategic communication, CoELIB fuels sustainable economic growth and transformation.

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