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R2C Accelerator (Research to Commercialisation)

R2C Accelerator

Supports Kenyan researchers and startups in transforming research outputs into commercial products through guided collaboration.

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The R2C (Research to Commercialisation) Accelerator is a non-cash, capacity-building program delivered by the Kenya National Innovation Agency (KENIA) in partnership with ViKtoria Ventures and co-funded by RISA, the Research and Innovation Systems for Africa programme under the UK's Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO). The accelerator bridges the gap between research innovation and…

Research-based innovations across all sectors by Kenyan researchers, academics, and entrepreneurs seeking a structured 6–8 month commercialisation accelerator.

CycleiHow often this grant runs — e.g. annually, on a rolling basis, or a one-off call.Multiple per year
Next deadlineiThe next date applications are due. Rolling means you can apply any time.—
Decision timeiTypical time from the deadline to the funder's decision.—
Project durationiHow long the funded work is expected to run.6–8 months
Award typeiThe form of funding — grant, equity, loan, tax credit, etc.Grant
Match fundingiThe share of project costs you must cover yourself. 0% = fully funded.0%
Funding pooliThe total budget available across all awards in this round.—

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Last verified: 24 Jul 2026Source: r2c.innovationagency.go.ke