About this Event
Founders Live returns to Nairobi!
Join us for an incredible evening…
Founders Live is an unforgettable happy hour competition sweeping the globe.
- 5 founders
- 99-second pitches
- 4 minutes audience Q&A
- YOUR VOTES decide the winner!
So bring your friends and coworkers, grab some food and drink, get to know your local entrepreneurs, and vote for what you think will be the next big thing… built in Kenya.
Competing Founders and Startups
TBA
Interested in pitching at this or a future event? Apply here
(Applications will be evaluated on rolling- basis)
Know someone who should pitch? Open The Door
Winners
The Founders Live winners package includes:
- The with over $1,000,000 in cash savings on 100+ essential apps and services for startups
- opportunity to highlight your company, talk about your Founders Live experience, and discuss your entrepreneurial journey.
- Eligibility to compete in , a global stage where the winners of the city events can advance to additional competitions in continent-focused regions, the global winner receives $10,000 in cash and prizes, and more!
Starring
as the City Leader
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Our Partners
Enter the Prime Time Pitch Challenge!
This is your chance to share your story in a 99-second pitch video.
Prizes start at just 250 votes.
Top-voted founders compete live in our Prime Time global tournament.
Grand prize includes a trip to Seattle for our incredible Founders Live Athletes: Big Game Bash during World Cup 2026!
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Agenda
🕑: 09:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Guest Arrival, Ice breaker, Networking, Music,
Host: MC
Info: The doors are open! Step into a world of lively conversation, awesome tunes, and a little friendly competition with our icebreaker. This is your chance to mix, mingle, and make connections before the main event.
🕑: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
The Pitch Perfect Showdown
Host: Richard Otolo
Info: (10 mins) : Founders live Intro
(40 mins) : Startup Pitch Competition [5 Startups, 99 sec each + 4 min Q&A + Voting]
(10 Mins): Award Ceremony, Vote of thanks, Announcements
🕑: 12:00 PM - 02:00 PM
The Afterparty/Mixer
Info: The pitches have been heard, the winners have been crowned—now it's time to celebrate. The official program may be over, but the night is just getting started. This is your chance to unwind, enjoy some fantastic music, and make lasting connections over drinks in a relaxed and vibrant atmosphere.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
To Be Confirmed, 254, Nairobi, Kenya
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