CBIIC is Kenyatta University’s official incubation centre dedicated to nurturing innovative ideas, startups, and research-based ventures through structured support and mentorship.
We support innovations in all sectors including health, agriculture, ICT, education, manufacturing, and green energy, as long as they are impactful and viable.
You can apply by filling out the application form available through the Incubation Management System (IMS). Ensure all required fields are completed before submitting online.
Kenyatta University students, staff, and members of the public with innovative business ideas or startups are eligible to apply. However, 70% of slots are reserved for KU community members.
The incubation process involves application submission, idea evaluation, pitching, onboarding of selected candidates, structured support (mentorship, training, office space), and periodic performance reviews.
Your application is reviewed by a panel for eligibility and innovation potential. Shortlisted applicants are invited for pitching before a final selection.
In special cases (e.g., medical emergencies or academic conflict), you can request a deferment in writing, subject to approval by the Incubation Committee.
Priority is given to one idea per team or individual to ensure focus. A second idea may be considered after demonstrating significant progress on the first.
Graduation occurs upon successful completion of the program, having met growth milestones, built a viable product, and demonstrated readiness to scale.
Intellectual Property refers to creations of the mind such as inventions, literary and artistic works, designs, symbols, names, and images used in commerce.
Ownership is determined by KU’s IP Policy. For KU staff and students, the University may retain partial or full rights depending on funding, facilities used, and institutional contribution.
Industry linkages refer to partnerships and collaborations between incubates and external companies, organizations, or professionals that support innovation, mentorship, commercialization, and market access.
Exit refers to the official conclusion of an incubate’s engagement with the incubation program, either through successful graduation or early termination.
Graduation is when an incubate has met all incubation milestones and is ready to transition into independent operation, such as launching or scaling their venture.
Key requirements include completion of the business development roadmap, validated prototype or MVP, formal registration of the enterprise, and successful pitch to a graduation panel.
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Chandaria Business Innovation & Incubation Centre, Kenyatta University