Regional News.
Kenya Industrial Estates (KIE) joined researchers, innovators and enterprise development partners at the Youth Summit of the 3rd International Multidisciplinary Research Conference hosted by Kisii National Polytechnic to discuss how young entrepreneurs can translate research and innovation into commercially viable enterprises.
The conference was held under the theme “The Role of Science, Technology and Innovation in Promoting Sustainability and Creation of Future Green Jobs.”
KIE Kisii Branch Manager Ms Victoria Mulunge joined representatives from the Youth Enterprise Development Fund (YEDF), the Micro and Small Enterprises Authority (MSEA), the Women Enterprise Fund (WEF) and other development partners for a panel discussion titled “Unlocking the Enterprise Ecosystem: From Research and Innovation to Commercialization.”
During the discussion, she highlighted how KIE’s financing, business incubation and Business Advisory Services supports
young entrepreneurs from concept development through to business establishment and growth. This support helps youth-led enterprises bring new products and services to market and create employment opportunities.
Are you a young innovator ready to bring your idea to market? Visit your nearest KIE branch to explore the financing, incubation and advisory services available to help you establish and grow your enterprise.