Kenya – South Africa Entrepreneurship Immersion Exchange | 17th - 21st Nov 2025
Host / Organizer
Organized by:
Standard Bank South Africa – Enterprise & Supplier Development Division in partnership with Letsema Consulting & Advisory
Programme Leads:
Tafadzwa Mudyiwa - Senior Partner, Letsema
📧 tafadzwam@letsema.co.za | 📞 +27 (0)79 458 6431
Isaac Kabage - In-country Consultant, Kenya
📧 isaac.kabage@letsema.co.za | 📞 +254 721 139 947
The Kenya–South Africa Entrepreneurship Immersion Exchange 2025 is a transformative five-day programme designed to connect 15 leading South African entrepreneurs with Kenya’s thriving innovation, policy, and business ecosystem.
This curated experience leverages Kenya’s agile, tech-driven economy to spark collaboration, innovation, and cross-border partnerships—empowering entrepreneurs to explore new growth opportunities across East Africa.
Engagement Opportunities
We invite ecosystem leaders, investors, corporates, and founders to partner with us during the immersion week to explore collaboration and co-creation opportunities.
Networking & Engagement Events
Mon, 17 Nov – Welcome Networking Dinner (6:00 PM – 8:30 PM)
📍The View Rotating Restaurant, Westlands
Wed, 19 Nov – Ecosystem Dinner (6:00 PM – 8:30 PM)
📍Nairobi Street Kitchen
Thu, 20 Nov – Matchmaking Sessions & Networking Dinner (6:00 PM – 8:30 PM)
📍 Geco Café, Mbaazi Rd, Nairobi
For participation or to host a session, contact Isaac Kabage (isaac.kabage@letsema.co.za) or Tafadzwa (tafadzwam@letsema.co.za)
Participating Entrepreneurs (South Africa Cohort)
ICT & Digital Solutions
Dots Africa – SaaS-based KYC & KYB background screening and verification.
Magix Africa – Cybersecurity & managed security services.
Galeboe Professional Services – ICT infrastructure & data protection.
JRS Solutions – Smart security & automation systems.
AdNotes – Wireless broadband and rural connectivity via TV White Spaces.
Innovation, Creative & Business Enablement
COOi Studios – Open innovation and design thinking consultancy.
Giving Wings – Leadership, talent development & women empowerment.
Salt Hub – Digital storytelling, creative communication & brand strategy.
J&R Accountants – SME accounting, finance, and advisory.
Brand Contact – Experiential marketing & activation agency.
Hapo Technology – Digital signage & visual systems.
Agriculture, Food & Impact
Grain SA – Farmer empowerment and agribusiness development.
All in One Emergency – HealthTech emergency response & safety innovation.
Eet & Sip Sum Africa – FMCG beverage brand (Gemere).
SA Moqhaka Foods – Nutrition-focused agribusiness supporting smallholder farmers.
Who Should Attend
Founders & Entrepreneurs
Innovation Hubs & Accelerators
Corporates & Industry Leaders
Policy & Government Institutions
Development & Donor Partners
Investors & Venture Builders
RSVP Instructions
✅ Click “Register” to express interest in attending.
Selected attendees will receive a formal confirmation and detailed schedule closer to the event date.
For inquiries or to co-host an activity:
📩 tafadzwam@letsema.co.za | 📞 +27 (0)79 458 6431
📩 isaac.kabage@letsema.co.za | 📞 +254 721 139 947