Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprise (MSME) Capacity Building Program
A transformative six-month program supporting youth entrepreneurs in starting and growing their businesses, bridging critical capacity gaps, and creating jobs through strategic business guidance.
Empowering youth-led enterprises in Nakuru, Narok, and Nyandarua counties through business development services
This transformative six-month program will support entrepreneurs in starting and/or growing their businesses, bridging critical capacity gaps, and creating jobs through strategic business guidance.
KCB Foundation (KCBF) has partnered with Mastercard Foundation under the "Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprise (MSME) Capacity Building Program" to offer capacity building to youth-led enterprises in business development and financial management.
Strategic Partnership
Funding Partner
KCB Foundation provides the financial resources and strategic direction for this transformative programme, leveraging their extensive experience in youth empowerment and economic development across Kenya.
Programme Partner
Mastercard Foundation brings global expertise in youth employment and entrepreneurship development, supporting the programme's vision of creating dignified and fulfilling work opportunities for young Africans.
CoELIB's Role as BDS Provider
CoELIB, the Business Development Services (BDS) provider in Nakuru, Narok and Nyandarua counties, will walk with select youth entrepreneurs (18-34 years old) through bootcamp training and coaching and mentorship.
Programme Coverage Areas
9+ Years of Proven Experience
CoELIB has over 9 years of experience in BDS, incubation, business leadership, and market development services and brings technical capacities to strengthen business operations, improve market access, and enhance financial literacy for long-term sustainability and growth for participating MSMEs.
Programme Components
The MSME Capacity Building Program provides comprehensive support through three interconnected components:
Bootcamp Training
Intensive foundational training covering business fundamentals, financial management, and entrepreneurial skills.
Coaching & Mentorship
One-on-one coaching and group mentorship sessions with experienced business professionals and entrepreneurs.
Business Development
Practical support in business planning, market access, financial literacy, and operational efficiency.
Key Focus Areas
What Participants Will Gain
- Business Operations: Systems and processes for efficient business management
- Market Access: Strategies and networks to reach new customers and markets
- Financial Literacy: Money management, budgeting, and financial planning skills
- Strategic Planning: Long-term vision development and goal setting
- Network Building: Connections with other entrepreneurs, mentors, and potential partners
- Sustainability Skills: Building businesses that can thrive and grow over time
Target Beneficiaries
The programme specifically targets youth entrepreneurs aged 18-34 years who are either:
- Starting businesses: Young people with viable business ideas who need support to launch
- Growing existing businesses: Youth entrepreneurs who have already started but need capacity building to scale
- Seeking employment creation: Entrepreneurs committed to creating jobs for others in their communities
The CoELIB Advantage
As the designated BDS provider, CoELIB brings unique strengths to this programme:
Why CoELIB?
- Extensive track record in business incubation and entrepreneurship development
- Deep understanding of local market dynamics in Nakuru, Narok, and Nyandarua
- Proven methodologies in youth entrepreneurship training
- Strong networks with financial institutions, government agencies, and private sector partners
- Comprehensive approach combining training, coaching, mentorship, and ongoing support
- Research-backed interventions and evidence-based programming
Expected Outcomes
Through this programme, participants will achieve:
- Enhanced business management capabilities and operational efficiency
- Improved access to markets and customers
- Stronger financial management and planning skills
- Increased business sustainability and growth potential
- Job creation opportunities within their enterprises
- Expanded professional networks and mentorship relationships
- Greater confidence and entrepreneurial mindset
Programme Duration and Structure
The six-month programme is structured to provide intensive support while allowing entrepreneurs to apply learnings in real-time to their businesses. The phased approach ensures that participants receive:
- Foundation Phase: Core business skills and knowledge through bootcamp training
- Application Phase: Hands-on implementation with coaching support
- Growth Phase: Scaling strategies and advanced business development
- Sustainability Phase: Long-term planning and network integration
Contributing to Economic Development
By focusing on youth entrepreneurship and MSME development, this programme contributes to broader economic development goals including job creation, poverty reduction, and sustainable economic growth in the target counties and across Kenya.
The programme aligns with Kenya's national development agenda and contributes to the achievement of both Vision 2030 and the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, particularly those related to decent work, economic growth, and reduced inequalities.
