Tsavo Innovation and Incubation Hub Arise Readiness Pilot
From Uncertainty to Initiative
A 12-week entrepreneurship formation experience for TIIH participants.
START DATE
November 2, 2026
DURATION
3 months
FORMAT
Mobile-First / Virtual
Cost
KES 135
What This Program is About
From curiosity to clarity
This pilot is the first step in a mobile-first entrepreneurship formation experience. This is not a business launch program — it’s about building the foundational mindset, problem awareness, and market thinking that precede a great venture. Over 12 weeks, you’ll move from uncertainty to initiative.
What You'll do
- Define your personal motivation for entrepreneurship
- Identify and clarify a real problem in your community
- Develop early customer insights and a persona
- Present your venture concept at a closing showcase
Your Journey
- Weeks 1–3: Mindset & Entrepreneurial Awareness
- Weeks 4–7: Problem Discovery
- Weeks 8–10: Market Validation
- Week 11–12: Venture Clarity & Participant Showcase
Who Should Apply
Taita Taveta University students, staff, and community members
You're a strong fit if you
- Are curious about entrepreneurship and want to explore it seriously
- Are early in your journey (idea or pre-launch)
- Can commit 5–10 hours per week
- Follow through and execute
Requirements
- Diploma
- One must have a mobile device with internet access
- Strong intent to build
How the Program Works
Three phases
1. Validate
Identify a real problem and test your idea before you build anything.
2. Build
Develop and refine your solution with real feedback from real users.
3. Launch
Prepare for execution and take your first concrete steps to market.
This pilot focuses on Phase 1. Validate.
Mindset
Explore your motivation and what drives you toward entrepreneurship.
Problem Discovery
Identify a real problem you’re positioned to address.
Market Validation
Learn who else experiences this problem and develop early insights.
Validate
FRP Alumni Stories
Hear directly from entrepreneurs who’ve gone through a similar journey.
How to Apply
Four steps to secure your seat in the pilot
02
Download the Arise app from Google Play or Apple Store
Search for “Africa2100 Arise” on the Google Play Store or Apple Store and install it on your mobile device.
03
Complete screening interview
A short interview to assess your intent, commitment, and readiness to build. After completing it, you’ll be directed to the payment page. Do not pay. Stop there and await your application result. If selected, you’ll receive a 95% discount coupon.
04
Attend the pilot Kickoff & Orientation Session
Participants will be invited to a mandatory orientation workshop before beginning the program.
Baseline Survey Due
October 31, 2026
Kickoff Orientation Session
November 1, 2026
Pilot Start
November 2, 2026
Mid-Point Check-In
December 11, 2026
Participant Showcase
February 12, 2027
Pilot End
February 14, 2027
Key Questions
Quick answers
Everything you need to know before joining the movement.
This is a pilot cohort of 25 participants
Spots are limited — apply now