Kenya is launching a new innovation platform called Nova Garage to highlight and develop African tech entrepreneurship. The platform will officially debut at the upcoming Africa Forward Summit in Nairobi.

• A cohort of 15 entrepreneurs under 35 will be showcased.
• The initiative is a creation of the French-African Foundation and the Autonomous Advancement Initiative, under the patronage of President William Ruto.
• Nova Garage aims to strengthen economic and technological partnerships between Africa and France, with applications closing on April 23, 2026.