i-kiotahub is a key player in the Democratic Republic of Congo's entrepreneurial ecosystem. It provides critical support to high-growth businesses, offering a comprehensive suite of services, including technical assistance, managerial guidance, and access to a collaborative co-working space. 

i-kiotahub, a Congolese business incubator linked to the Scientific Research and Expertise Center (CRES), is providing support to companies with high growth potential, aiming to create job opportunities for young people.

Launched in 2022, i-kiotahub offers technical and managerial services to businesses in both low-tech (agriculture, mining, manufacturing) and high-tech (agritech, edtech, fintech) sectors. The incubator helps companies improve market performance and secure financing.

"Our goal is to create job opportunities for young people and contribute to the entrepreneurial ecosystem," said Rekha Kasienene, promoter of the incubator and a civil affairs specialist with the United Nations Organization Stabilization Mission in the Democratic Republic of Congo.

i-kiotahub also provides a co-working space equipped with high-speed internet, offices, a meeting room, a library, and a brainstorming area. This space fosters collaboration and networking among entrepreneurs.

The incubator helps companies streamline operations, modernize management, and prepare for investment and expansion. It also aims to unlock access to capital for Congolese companies with innovative and sustainable projects.

Overall, i-kiotahub promotes an open-minded approach to entrepreneurship, peace, and investment in the DRC.

Melchior Koba