Target Audience
28 Kenyan and 25 Ugandan tech entrepreneurs (software developers, BPOs, digital start-ups) plus corporate buyers, telcos and tier-1 banks.
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NTF III · IT & ITES
28 Kenyan and 25 Ugandan tech entrepreneurs (software developers, BPOs, digital start-ups) plus corporate buyers, telcos and tier-1 banks.
Programme Summary
At a glance
Netherlands Trust Fund III (NTF III) East Africa IT & ITES Programme
Key Outcomes
Cross-border tech outsourcing contracts, global standards for data security and IP protection, regional sub-contracting alliances and standard offshore pricing.
Duration
Multi-year; 6–12-month export coaching track with 3–5-day B2B matchmaking events.
Delivery Method
National coordination led by SRC: curated 1-on-1 deal rooms, technical portfolio prep and cross-border collaboration workshops.
Learning Journey
How the programme unfolds
- 1
IT Capability & Security Audit
- 2
Portfolio Polish & Pricing Setup
- 3
Curated B2B Sprints & Demos
- 4
SLA Signing & Project Sourcing
How it's delivered
Kenya & Uganda (Nairobi–Kampala)
Format
Duration
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netherlands-trust-fund-ntf-iii
Open to participants in all 47 counties
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