Startup Kano

Introducing the 2026 CIED Pilot Cohort!

Selected from a highly competitive pool of over 120 applicants in Kano, these climate innovators represent bold solutions, strong ex*****on capacity, and a shared commitment to building scalable climate impact across Northern Nigeria. They are currently going through an intensive climate finance readiness classes, venture building & support, and investor engagement; to be equipped and ready to access Climate finance and deploy their solutions in the community

This cohort marks a significant step toward strengthening Kano’s climate innovation pipeline; from ideation to investment and measurable impact.

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We are excited about the impact we made for 2024, the feedback has been amazing.

Thank you to all our partners, mentors, and the vibrant community of changemakers we are building. Want to be part of our journey for 2025?
Our doors are open! Read the report here https://startupkano.com/impact-report/