Welcome to RAVE!

Reimagining Africa's Vibrant Ecosystem

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About Rave

RAVE by Innovate Ekiti is more than just an event; it is a dynamic innovation ecosystem empowering passionate innovators, entrepreneurs, and visionaries to drive enterprise development, technological advancement, and transformative impact.

Through RAVE, we bring together ambitious creators, entrepreneurs, and change-makers who are eager to explore new opportunities, learn from experienced mentors, and develop groundbreaking ideas. Our platform fosters a culture of creativity, collaboration, and continuous growth, ensuring that every participant leaves inspired, empowered, and equipped to make a difference.

To build an engaged, dynamic, and supportive ecosystem of innovators and entrepreneurs that fosters excellence, leadership development, technological advancement, and transformative innovation across sub-Saharan Africa.

To create a vibrant platform where innovators can connect, share knowledge, develop leadership capabilities, and collaborate on groundbreaking solutions that address real-world challenges, empowering them to drive economic growth and positive change in their communities and beyond.

Our Objectives

Build Innovation Networks

Create a vibrant network of innovators and entrepreneurs to foster collaboration, knowledge sharing, and mutual support across the ecosystem.

Drive Innovation Excellence

Empower innovators with cutting-edge resources, expert-led workshops, and mentorship to transform ideas into impactful solutions.

Develop Entrepreneurial Skills

Equip entrepreneurs with leadership capabilities, business acumen, and essential competencies to build successful, scalable enterprises.

Promote Diversity and Inclusivity

Ensure innovators from diverse backgrounds, sectors, and experiences are welcomed, included, and valued in the ecosystem.

Accelerate Impact Innovation

Create a platform where innovators collaborate to develop groundbreaking solutions that address real-world local, national, and regional challenges.

Ensure Sustainability

Implement strategies for long-term growth, including partnerships, funding models, and feedback mechanisms.

Milestone

01

Program Launch

Grand launch and awareness campaigns

02

Call for Ideas

Open call for innovative solutions

03

Application Review

Screening and evaluation of submissions

04

Innovation Labs

Innovation labs with expert mentors

05

Demo

Showcase solutions to investors and judges