r/circular_economy

Hello everyone,

My name is Dennis, a 24-year-old aspiring entrepreneur from Kenya and the founder of an emerging waste management startup dedicated to building cleaner, healthier, and more sustainable communities.

Our mission is to provide reliable, affordable, and environmentally responsible waste collection, recycling, and resource recovery services while creating meaningful employment opportunities for young people and contributing to a thriving circular economy.

As we work to transform this vision into a scalable and impactful enterprise, I am actively seeking opportunities to connect with individuals and organizations that can support our journey. In particular, I am looking for:

• Grants and startup funding

• Angel investors and impact investors

• Climate-tech, sustainability, and circular economy accelerator or incubator programs

• Strategic partnerships and collaborations

• Mentorship from experienced entrepreneurs, business leaders, and industry experts

I am also eager to connect with NGOs, government agencies, environmental organizations, private sector partners, and professionals who can offer guidance on company registration, legal compliance, fundraising, business development, operational excellence, and long-term growth.

My long-term vision is to build one of Africa's leading environmental companies—driving innovation in waste management, increasing recycling rates, reducing pollution, advancing the circular economy, and creating lasting social, environmental, and economic impact across the continent.

If you know of funding opportunities, investors, accelerators, organizations, or professional networks that support climate innovation, green entrepreneurship, waste management, sustainability, or youth-led ventures, I would be sincerely grateful for your recommendations, introductions, or advice.

📍 Location: Kenya (Open to global partnerships, international funding opportunities, investment, collaboration, and remote mentorship.)

If you would like to learn more about the project or explore potential collaboration, please feel free to leave a comment or send me a direct message. I would be delighted to connect.

Thank you for taking the time to read my post. Your support, guidance, and connections could make a meaningful difference as we work toward building a cleaner and more sustainable future.