Who we are
A Catalytic Integrator of Youth-led Green Enterprises in Africa
Jacob’s Ladder Africa is a Pan-African catalytic integrator, driving the continent’s economic transformation by mobilizing youth-led green enterprises at scale.
We support the development and scaling of green enterprises that create employment, deliver climate solutions, and strengthen economic resilience.
We collaborate with governments, investors, and local ecosystems to empower young entrepreneurs to translate their skills and innovation into viable businesses and sustainable livelihoods across countries and sectors. Our approach prioritizes market access, enterprise financing, and institutional alignment, ensuring that green solutions are scaled effectively and contribute to long-term development outcomes.
An Africa where her young people drive inclusive and resilient economies through green enterprise development.
Driving Africa’s economic transformation by supporting the development and scaling of youth-led green enterprises.
We believe that the best way to achieve our goals is through the power of the People. Harnessing the power of collaboration to achieve our goals
African
We embody the essence of Africa and are passionately steering the continent towards her destiny through innovative, ingenious and transformative solutions.
Boldness
We are boldly unapologetic about the potential and possibilities of Africa and the potency of her youth as agents of change towards an integrated, independent and fruitful continent
Diversity
This is our home and we believe that a diversity of voices at the table can bring about the transformative solutions that Africa requires
Umoja
Our approach towards building an integrated Africa and the solutions we exemplify reflect African attributes of community building, passion and unity in thought and action
