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The Catalyst for Homegrown
Digital Solutions
Welcome to the National ICT Innovation Hub (NIIH), the Catalyst for Homegrown Digital Solutions and Digital Employment Across Uganda.
We create an environment for ICT innovators facing challenges with workspace, limited internet connectivity and searching for creative spaces that spur thinking.
To proceed with your application, kindly evaluate your startup/company based on the following stages;
01. Ideation
A startup at the ideation stage is a company in its earliest stages of development. The founder(s) have identified a potential business opportunity and are in the process of evaluating its viability. This stage is characterized by extensive research and brainstorming to determine the problem the startup will solve, its target market, and its unique value proposition.
The founder(s) are likely testing their assumptions through market validation, prototyping, and customer discovery to determine if there is sufficient demand for their product or service. At this stage, the startup does not yet have a minimum viable product (MVP) and may not have a clear business model. Funding is typically limited to personal savings and may come from friends and family.
The company is still in the process of being formed and has not yet established its brand or core team.
To proceed with your application, kindly prepare the following documents for submission.
- Company Profile ( 1 Pager )
- Presentation (Pitch Deck)
- Contact Person
Click the Submit button once ready.
02. Incubation
A startup at the incubator stage is a company that is in the early stages of development and is being nurtured and supported by an incubator program.
Incubators are organizations that provide resources, mentorship, and support to early-stage startups to help them grow and succeed. Startups at the incubator stage are typically in the ideation or early development phase, and may not yet have a minimum viable product (MVP) or a clear business model.
The focus at this stage is on validation of the business idea, market research, and development of the initial product or service. Incubators provide startups with access to a network of mentors, industry experts, and other resources to help them refine their ideas and bring their products to market. Incubator programs may also provide access to funding, office space, and other support services.
Startups at the incubator stage are still in the process of forming their teams and developing their brand.
To proceed with your application, kindly prepare the following documents for submission.
- Company Profile ( 1 Pager )
- Presentation (Pitch Deck)
- Contact Person
Click the Submit button once ready.
03. Accelerator
A startup at the accretor stage is a young company that has established a product or service, gained initial traction with customers, and is now focused on rapidly growing its user base and revenue.
This stage is characterized by intense focus on scaling the business through targeted investments in marketing, sales, and product development. The company is likely to have a clear understanding of its target market, a well-defined go-to-market strategy, and a strong team in place to execute on its growth plans.
At this stage, the startup may be seeking additional funding to support its growth and may have started generating revenue, though it is not yet profitable.
To proceed with your application, kindly prepare the following documents for submission.
- Company Profile ( 1 Pager )
- Presentation (Pitch Deck)
- Contact Person
Click the Submit button once ready.
04. Tech SME
A startup that is a small and medium-sized enterprise (SME) is a company that is in the process of growing and expanding its business operations. SMEs typically have fewer than 250 employees and a relatively small revenue base, compared to larger multinational corporations.
This type of startup may have already moved beyond the ideation and accretor stages and is focused on consolidating its market position and achieving profitability.
The company may have a well-defined product or service, a clear understanding of its target market, and a strong team in place to execute on its growth plans. It is likely generating revenue and seeking to expand into new markets and product lines.
The startup may be self-funded or have received investment from venture capitalists, angel investors, or other sources. The SME is typically still considered a startup due to its relative youth and potential for significant growth.
To proceed with your application, kindly prepare the following documents for submission.
- Company Profile ( 1 Pager )
- Presentation (Pitch Deck)
- Contact Person
Click the Submit button once ready.
