Explore growth markets in the water sector, sanitation, and climate adaptation in Kenya.
Is your company looking to explore new export and partnership opportunities in Africa?
Innovation Camp Nairobi opens the door for Danish SMEs seeking to establish international partnerships and gain concrete market insights in the fields of water, sanitation, and climate adaptation in Kenya and East Africa.
The program is affiliated with I4WASH 2026 (Innovate for WASH)—one of the region’s most important gathering places for stakeholders with solutions in water, sanitation, and climate. Here, companies, utility providers, government agencies, investors, and development partners come together to build partnerships and address water and climate challenges in East Africa.
What’s in it for your company?
- Gain concrete insights into the Kenyan and East African markets
- Build connections with local businesses, government agencies, and potential partners
- Participate in workshops, networking events, and matchmaking sessions
- Present your solutions at I4WASH 2026
- Focus on innovation and collaboration opportunities
Companies can apply for grants of up to 40,000 DKK for activities related to Innovation Camp Nairobi and I4WASH 2026. The funds may be used to cover payroll expenses related to:
- Preparation and planning
- Participation in Innovation Camp and I4WASH 2026
- Follow-up market and collaboration activities
Program
October 27, 2026: Innovation and Market Insights
Insights into the market and innovation opportunities in collaboration with ICDK and the Danish Embassy.
October 28, 2026: Policy and Partnerships
Workshops, networking, and a showcase at I4WASH 2026.
October 29, 2026: Funding and Scaling
Pitch sessions, workshops, and showcase at I4WASH 2026.
October 30, 2026: Climate and Innovation Partnerships
Partner sessions and showcase at I4WASH 2026.
October 31, 2026: Technical Visits (optional)
Visits to local projects, utilities, and infrastructure facilities.
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Who can participate?
The program is intended for Danish SMEs that:
- Offer solutions within water, sanitation or climate adaptation
- Want to explore new export markets
- See opportunities for collaboration in East Africa
- Work with innovation and international growth
Companies with expertise in the following areas are particularly well-suited:
- Climate-resilient and circular WASH solutions
- Sustainable water and sanitation infrastructure
- Resource recovery and circular economy
- Business and financing models within WASH
- Public health and inclusive solutions
Conditions
- Danish SME with 1–249 employees
- Participation in both Innovation Camp Nairobi and I4WASH 2026 is mandatory
- Grant of up to DKK 40,000 per company
- All activities must be completed by 31 March 2027
- Participation fee: DKK 10,000
How applications are assessed
- Relevance to water, sanitation and climate challenges in East Africa
- Potential for innovation and international collaboration
- Alignment with Clean’s focus areas
- Strategic value for the company’s international development
Application deadline: 3 August 2026
The program is being carried out in collaboration with ICDK, the Danish Embassy in Kenya, the International Cleantech Network, the Quercus Group, and local partners.
*De Minimis Declaration: The activity is co-financed by the Danish Business Promotion Board, and the value is estimated at 46,000 DKK. A company in Denmark may receive state aid of up to 300,000 euros (approx. 2.2 million DKK) over three years. This amount will therefore be included in your state aid for 2025–2026–2027; consequently, you will be required to sign a De Minimis declaration if you are selected as one of the participating companies.
