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JACARANDA HUB

ENGAGE • INNOVATE • INSPIRE

Zambia's sector-specialized enterprise development and investment pipeline platform.

We don't just incubate. We certify enterprises for capital.

About JHub

Building Zambia's next generation of investment-ready enterprises

Our Vision

To be Zambia's leading sector-specialized enterprise development and investment pipeline platform, building a generation of investment-ready, high-impact MSMEs.

Our Mission

To transform youth and women-led businesses into certified, investment-ready enterprises through sector-specialized incubation, structured capital pathways, and ecosystem partnerships.

Our Positioning

JHub is not a generalist incubator. We are a sector-specialized enterprise development and investment pipeline platform focused on five high-impact sectors driving Zambia's economic transformation.

What Makes Us Different?

We use the JHUB Enterprise Growth Framework (EGF™) — a proprietary, sector-specialized methodology that combines GrowthWheel principles with Zambian market realities. Our Bronze-Silver-Gold certification system creates a clear pathway from early-stage to investment-ready, connecting enterprises directly to capital, contracts, and markets.

Our Work

We focus on five priority sectors where youth and women-led MSMEs can create the most impact

Agribusiness & Agro-Processing

Value addition, food security, and sustainable agriculture value chains.

Renewable Energy & Climate

Solar, biogas, energy efficiency, and climate-smart enterprises.

Circular Economy & Waste-to-Value

Recycling, upcycling, and waste management innovations.

Mining Sector Supplier Development

Local content, supplier certification, and mining value chain integration.

Services & Professional MSMEs

ICT, consulting, creative industries, and professional services.

JHUB EGF™ Certification Framework

Our structured pathway from early-stage to investment-ready

Bronze Certified

Foundation Stage

Business model validation, basic financials, market testing

Silver Certified

Growth Stage

Revenue generation, operational systems, team building

Gold Certified

Investment-Ready

Investor-ready financials, scalable model, capital-ready

We don't just incubate. We certify enterprises for capital.

Our Impact

2028 Targets — Ambitious goals for transformational change

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MSMEs Supported

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How We Support Enterprises

Comprehensive support ecosystem designed to accelerate growth

Sector-Specialized Incubation

Tailored programs for each of our five priority sectors using the JHUB EGF™ methodology.

Investment Readiness

Bronze-Silver-Gold certification pathway that prepares enterprises for capital.

Shared Service Centers (SSC)

Access to legal, accounting, HR, and technical support at subsidized rates.

Ecosystem Partnerships

Direct connections to investors, corporates, government, and development partners.

Blended Finance Facilitation

Structuring deals that combine grants, debt, and equity for scalable growth.

Provincial Reach

Physical presence in Kitwe with satellite hubs across Zambia's provinces.

Women entrepreneurs collaborating and building businesses together

Empowering Women & Youth

Over 60% of our supported enterprises are women-led, driving inclusive economic growth across Zambia.

We Are Building Something Bold

Join us in transforming Zambia's MSME ecosystem. Whether you're an entrepreneur, investor, partner, or supporter — there's a place for you in the JHub story.

Get In Touch

Have a question or want to partner with us? We'd love to hear from you.

Contact Information

Address

DG Office Park, 1 Chila Road,
Kabulonga, Lusaka, Zambia

Phone

+260 953 888 252

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