Innovation hub
From bench idea to venture
We back biotechnology ideas that solve African health and agriculture problems — with laboratories, mentors, capital access and a route to market.
Programmes
What the hub provides
Lab residency
Bench space, instruments and QC support inside a working accredited facility.
Mentorship
Scientific, regulatory and commercial mentors matched to your venture stage.
IP & licensing
Patent strategy, freedom-to-operate reviews and licensing of institute technology.
Investor readiness
Technical due-diligence packs, pilot data and introductions to health and agri funds.
Pipeline
Five stages, one path to market
Idea
Problem validation with clinicians, agronomists or processors before a pipette is lifted.
Proof
Bench proof-of-concept in an accredited laboratory with supervised protocols.
Prototype
Kit, assay or bioprocess prototype with a defined performance specification.
Pilot
Field or clinic pilot with real users, real samples and independent verification.
Scale
Manufacturing partners, regulatory dossier, licensing and route to market.
Portfolio
