About Us
Building Africa's Next Generation of Unicorns
GrowthSpire was founded in 2018 with a simple mission: to identify, support, and scale the most promising startups across Africa. We believe in the transformative power of entrepreneurship to drive economic growth and create lasting change.
Our Story
From Vision to Impact
GrowthSpire started when our founders saw a gap in the African startup ecosystem — talented founders with groundbreaking ideas but limited access to capital, mentorship, and global networks.
Today, we've grown into one of Africa's leading startup accelerators, having supported over 200 startups across 15 countries. Our portfolio companies have collectively raised over KES 5 billion in follow-on funding and created thousands of jobs.
But we're just getting started. Our goal is to accelerate 1,000 startups by 2030 and help build the next generation of African tech giants.
Our Values
What We Stand For
Mission-Driven
We're committed to building a thriving startup ecosystem across Africa.
Innovation First
We back bold ideas that challenge the status quo and create lasting impact.
Founder-Focused
We put founders first, providing the support they need to succeed.
Global Mindset
We connect African startups to global markets, networks, and opportunities.
Our Team
Meet the People Behind GrowthSpire
A diverse team of entrepreneurs, investors, and operators passionate about building the future.
Lennox Kirianki
CEO & Co-Founder
Former VC partner with 15+ years in the African startup ecosystem.
Eunice Aroko
Managing Partner
Entrepreneur with 3 successful exits in fintech and e-commerce.
Eshter Matuku
Head of Programs
Led accelerator programs at leading global institutions.
Petra Wamuyu
Investment Director
Investment professional with expertise in early-stage ventures.