Harambeans Giving Culture: A Legacy of Generosity And Growth

As the Harambe Entrepreneur Alliance enters its second decade, a distinctive culture of giving has taken root among Harambeans, combining both financial support and dedicated volunteerism. Inspired by the enduring philanthropy seen at institutions like Harvard University, this culture is not only fueling the Alliance’s growth and sustainability but also laying a foundation for a lasting legacy that will amplify its impact for generations to come.

Conflict To Collaboration: A Harambean Summit Breakthrough

The tranquil plains of the Masai Mara set the stage for an inspiring story of reconciliation and Harambean values. At the Harambeans Global Summit, two influential founders, Ms. Hilda Moraa H’23 of Pezesha and Mr. Tesh Mbaabu H’20 of MarketForce, made peace, demonstrating the power of humility, servant leadership, and collaboration—the cornerstones of the Harambean ethos. Their journey from legal dispute to public settlement offers lessons in conflict resolution and servant leadership for African entrepreneurs.

Harambean Meditations on African Innovation

For too long, the lessons of the 200 square miles that house Silicon Valley have been uncritically accepted across Africa’s entrepreneurial landscape. This unguarded acceptance has led many entrepreneurs to employ strategies ill-suited to the idiosyncrasies of the African ecosystem. Talent acquisition assumes a vast pool of experienced professionals; product development processes neglect the realities […]

Gains Beyond The Current Exuberance

– Sneha Shah, Lubega H’16, Matshoba H’14, Eneyo H’16 In 2019, it took African startups 46 weeks to raise their first billion dollars, while in 2021, it took 21 weeks. Predictions for 2022 are at just over 7 weeks. While this highlights that exuberance for the continent is high, it does not necessarily indicate that […]