What an inspiring journey! We are proud to have been part of the Pears Challenge: Validate cohort's field validation trip to Kenya. This immersive experience was instrumental in shaping our vision and launching Crafts of Africa. You can spot our CEO at the end of the video!
??Exciting update ahead!?? In September, our Pears Challenge: Validate cohort of early-stage startups returned from a powerful two-week field validation trip to Kenya. For each of these founders, this wasn’t just a trip—it was a hands-on immersion, a chance to step into the heart of East Africa’s market, and an opportunity to meet the people whose needs they’re aiming to serve. From Nairobi’s bustling hubs to insights from local communities, each day offered valuable lessons that can only be learned on the ground. In this video, you’ll get a glimpse into what they experienced: the insights they gained and the partnerships they started building. Through this journey, they moved closer to validating and refining their solutions, turning ideas into real, impactful innovations that matter for financial inclusion in East Africa. A big thank you to our incredible partners (especially to Barak Granot, Tanya Ogwel and the Israel Economic and Trade Mission to Kenya team), and everyone who made this trip possible. Your support allows us to create these transformative experiences that push our founders to new levels of understanding, resilience, and growth. Hagit Freud ??Yonatan Bukhdruker Roni Levy David Mendelbaum Ron Yakir Ariel Resnik, Eran Yaniv, Shatha Kabaha, Itamar Wilf, Dr. Ron Adany, Vadim Nave, Benjamin Pileggi, Ofer Atzmon, Eddie Nevoani CrediBility, Coinnect wallet, RiceUp, Crafts of Africa, SafeCoin, MultiKol Amit Grabovski, Loop Pet Food, HomeBiogas Kenya, Daniel Mungai, Ishai Ben Or, Avenews, Africa Fintech Summit, Charles Isidi