P.O. Box 310782, Mbale, Uganda
Our Journey
A timeline of our key milestones and achievements as we continue to make a positive impact in our community
Foundation Established
Markel Innovation Hub was founded with a vision to empower innovators and entrepreneurs across Africa.
First Innovation Center
Opened our first state-of-the-art innovation center, providing workspace and resources to 50+ startups.
Digital Transformation
Launched virtual programs reaching 1,000+ entrepreneurs across 15 countries during the pandemic.
100 Startups Milestone
Celebrated supporting our 100th startup, with combined funding raised exceeding $5M.
Regional Expansion
Expanded operations to three new countries, establishing partnerships with leading universities.
Impact Awards
Received international recognition for our impact on youth empowerment and job creation.
Innovation Fund Launch
Launched $2M innovation fund to provide seed funding for promising startups.
Future Forward
Committed to supporting 1,000+ entrepreneurs and creating 10,000+ jobs by 2030.