Inkomoko

Inkomoko is a business consulting firm and social enterprise dedicated to empowering entrepreneurs, including refugees and forcibly displaced persons, across Africa. Founded in 2012, the organization provides a comprehensive suite of services designed to foster business growth, create employment opportunities, and cultivate thriving, resilient communities. Inkomoko's core mission is to equip entrepreneurs with the essential tools, skills, and financial resources needed to succeed in competitive markets. The organization operates on three fundamental pillars: capacity building through training and advisory services, access to affordable finance via its in-house investment fund, and market linkages to connect entrepreneurs with larger supply chains. By focusing on micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs), Inkomoko addresses critical gaps in skills and financial offerings, particularly for those in displacement-affected communities.

Operating across multiple countries including Rwanda, Kenya, Ethiopia, South Sudan, and Chad, Inkomoko has established itself as the largest lender to refugee entrepreneurs in Africa. The organization's model involves working in cohorts that include both displaced and local entrepreneurs to foster economic integration and build robust local economies. Clients receive tailored support, including business skills training, one-on-one consulting, and assistance with financial management and marketing. This approach has yielded significant results, with client businesses experiencing substantial revenue growth and creating thousands of new jobs. Inkomoko also engages in advocacy, using its data and impact to influence policies that promote the economic inclusion of entrepreneurs. Through its strategic plan, Inkomoko aims to expand its reach to serve hundreds of thousands of entrepreneurs, demonstrating a sustainable and market-based pathway out of poverty for millions.