Fund for start-ups with climate resilience projects

From left: Joseph Okech, James Odede, and Dave Okech. [File, Standard]

Boston-based venture accelerator Catalyst Fund is seeking to finance early-stage start-ups building climate resilience solutions in Africa to scale.

Start-ups in Kenya are targeted with up to Sh45 million in funding which is broken down into Sh11.9 million in cash and a similar amount for venture building support and up to Sh20.8 million in catalyst fund perks alongside dedicated public relations and marketing support and lifetime access to the global network of 61 alumni companies, among other long-term advantages.