WIDU.africa is a project commissioned by German Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ) and implemented by Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) Gmbh, launched in Kenya in 2020. The program aims to optimize diaspora remittances for the development of existing and newly created micro and small enterprises in any sector and making grants available for these small businesses to grow.
Together with WIDU, Kenyans living in one of the 27 member states of the European Union, in Switzerland or in Norway, can support their friends or family in their entrepreneurial activities through an innovative and digital approach. In concrete terms, each entrepreneur in Kenya sponsored by a relative living in one of the 27 member states of the EU, in Switzerland or in Norway, can obtain a grant from WIDU of up to EUR 2,500 for their first application and up to EUR 5,000 for the 2nd and 3rd rounds. Additionally to a financial support, entrepreneurs benefit from 3 personalized coaching sessions.
How To Participate In WIDU?
WIDU.africa offers different programs to support micro and small enterprises in six participating African countries. Applications are open to all existing micro and small businesses, regardless of their sector of activity, and can be submitted directly through this website.
Updates in Kenya
WIDU.africa regularly takes part in diaspora and entrepreneurial events to strengthen its position as a key player in the ecosystem.
Local Call: #Green Kenya
WIDU's Local Call: #Green Kenya aims at green businesses in Kenya. Find more information about application, eligibility requirements and other useful support on our Local Call: #Green Kenya Website.
Local Call: #FoodSecurityKenya
WIDU's Local Call: #FoodSecurityKenya aims to increase the impact of agricultural and food systems interventions. Find more information about application, eligibility requirements and other useful support on our Local Call: #FoodSecurityKenya Website.
Our Coaching Organizations in Kenya
Every entrepreneur receives tailored coaching on business planning, marketing, and financial management. These sessions are critical to helping you succeed and sustain your business long-term.
In Kenya, ASSEK, Private Equity Support, Eldohub and Ongoza operate as the partner organizations by providing personalized coaching sessions to Kenyan entrepreneurs.
Updates in Kenya
WIDU.africa regularly takes part in diaspora and entrepreneurial events to strengthen its position as a key player in the ecosystem.
WIDU Award Kenya 2023 - Help The Best Entrepreneur Win!
Click on this link and learn more about the 2023 WIDU Award Kenya competitors.