Empowering Africa’s Future Through Innovation, Transformation, and Collaboration

The Innovation and Transformation Centre is a virtual-first innovation ecosystem designed to shape the future of Africa — one breakthrough at a time. Founded on the belief that innovation is the most powerful tool for transformation, we exist to empower the next generation of African entrepreneurs, policy-makers, researchers, and technology leaders.

We bring together start-ups, governments, institutions, and global partners into a dynamic platform that fuels bold ideas, delivers funding, drives policy, and unlocks access to cutting-edge technologies.

🌍 Our Vision

A connected Africa where innovation drives inclusive growth, digital transformation, and sustainable development at scale.

🌍 Our Mission

To catalyze innovation-led development in Africa by providing accessible, future-facing resources, capital, knowledge, and collaborative networks that help innovators turn ideas into real-world impact.

🌍 Our Values

🔍 Integrity – We do the right thing, always.
💡 Innovation – We believe in bold ideas and continuous improvement.
🌱 Sustainability – We think long-term, for people and planet.
🤝 Collaboration – Together, we go further and faster.
🌍 African Excellence – We are unapologetically ambitious for Africa.

What We Do

  • Innovation Hub Services

    We offer a suite of paid innovation support services tailored for start-ups, small businesses, and institutions. From virtual incubation and mentorship to market access and strategic advisory, we help build solutions that matter.

  • Member-Exclusive Online Portal

    Our members get access to an exclusive online platform packed with resources: tools, templates, funding opportunities, research insights, training materials, and a growing network of collaborators.

  • Venture Capital for Start-ups

    Through our venture capital arm, we identify and invest in high-potential African start-ups and SMEs, providing more than just funding — we offer strategic support, partnerships, and pathways to scale.

  • Community of Practice for Innovators

    We are nurturing a pan-African community of innovators, where knowledge is shared, connections are made, and new collaborations are born. Zimbabwe is our starting point — but our reach is continental.

  • Institute of Advanced Learning

    Focused on AI and emerging technologies, the Institute offers world-class short courses, research initiatives, certifications, and learning labs to future-proof Africa’s human capital.

  • Institute of African Policy Science (IAPS)

    The IAPS is our dedicated arm for public sector innovation — supporting governments with sandbox environments, policy development, and evidence-based guidance to keep policy aligned with technological change.ption goes here

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