AfriLabs Capacity Building Programme Impact Report

Hubs have accessed Non-AfriLabs fund as a result of the lessons learnt through ACBP n = number of hubs that have participated in ACBP activities

Hubs have experienced increase in highest grant value between 2yrs ago & now

(blank) 7%

Yes 38%

No 53%

Hubs have shown increased capacity in managing hubs

The programme’s theory of change outlines critical outcomes expected as a result of the participation of hubs in the programme activities. Hubs are expected to have built capacity in the area of hub management, improved networking capability, and increased investment flow. The impact assessment exercise evaluated specific areas of hub management where positive outcomes have been achieved as a result of lessons learned on the ACBP. 86% of hubs reported that there has been improvement in their management outcomes as a result of applying lessons learned from the AfriLabs Capacity Building Programme. Areas of noticeable improvement include; Project management, leadership, work culture, communication and visibility, and financial management.

Other areas reported include Grant management, Management of incubatee, and relationship management.

38 out of 48 hubs mentioned project management as one of the areas of improvement through ACBP lessons, 32 hubs reported improvement in their leadership style and composition. 60% (29) of the hubs stated improved working culture which includes diverse staffing, adoption of remote work operations, etc. 69% (36) hubs reported increased knowledge in hub management as a specific impact of ACBP activities, 35 hubs mentioned improved partnership and collaboration, 50% of hubs were able to increase their support to their community. Approximately 33% have created jobs within their community. Other specific impacts include; exposure to the pan-African innovation space and an increase in knowledge-based resources.

ACBP Impact Assessment Report

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