Green Growth Alliance

Mentee Application

Thank you for your interest in the Green Growth Alliance (GGA) - US/Japan Climate-Gender Innovation Collective for Africa mentorship program.

This brand new program by AlphaMundi Foundation is specifically designed to connect high-impact, high-potential Kenya-based SMEs with American and Japanese mentors with expertise in business growth, sustainability, inclusion, innovation, and more.

We encourage you to read the below selection criteria, program timeline, and information about the program carefully to ensure that this mentorship program is right for you and your business and vision.

If you are ready to apply as a mentee, please click the “apply” button to get started. Only eligible applicants will be able to submit the full application.

All eligible candidates must submit their complete applications by Friday, June 6, 2025, 5:00 p.m East Africa Time. Applications will be considered on a rolling basis. We invite you to apply early.

You will receive a screen confirmation upon submission. Only successful applicants will be contacted for further interviews and information submission.

If you encounter any technical issues during this process, please reach out to amfinfo@alphamundi.ch.

About GGA Mentorship

  • Opportunity to solve your business challenges

    Join a group of mentors in monthly sessions to tackle key business challenges and drive measurable growth and impact.

  • Unique collaboration with the U.S. and Japan

    Build networks and collaboration opportunities with your mentors from the U.S. and Japan. Learn new perspectives.

  • Peer learning with fellow mentees in the program

    Engage with your fellow cohort mentees based in Kenya to share ideas, and exchange lessons. Meet up during events and beyond.

Selection Criteria & Program Timeline

Criteria

  • Businesses registered and operating in Kenya, in climate sectors (e.g. renewable energy, regenerative agriculture, e-mobility, etc).

  • Minimum operating track record of two years.

  • Strong gender-lens (e.g. female representation in ownership, management, board, employee base, supply chain, product/service targeting women).

  • Commitment to participate in monthly virtual sessions with American and Japanese mentors, as well as in-person participation in the launch and closing events in Nairobi.

Application & Program Timelines

  • Application deadline: 6 June 2025 at 5:00PM EAT (we will consider applications on a rolling basis, so please apply early).

  • Interviews and document request: 9 June - 20 June 2025

  • Participants announced: 20 June 2025

  • Launch event in Nairobi: 1 July 2025

  • Virtual mentorship: July 2025 - December 2025 (once a month)

  • Closing event: January 2026

Bridging Continents, Powering Africa’s Climate and Gender Solutions through U.S. and Japanese Mentorship

FAQs

  • The Green Growth Appliance (GGA) Program is an initiative by AlphaMundi Foundation, in partnership with the U.S.-Japan Foundation, designed to support high impact climate-focused SMEs with a focus on gender inclusion. The program facilitates mentorship and knowledge exchange by connecting participating SMEs with mentors from the U.S.A and Japan fostering innovation, sustainability, and inclusive economic growth by equipping enterprises with the tools, knowledge, and global perspectives to scale and improve their commercial viability.

    • Businesses registered and operating in Kenya

    • Business operating in climate sectors such as renewable energy, regenerative agriculture, e-mobility, etc. 

    • Minimum operation track record of two years.

    • Demonstrate a strong gender focus. This may include female representation in ownership, leadership, governance (board), workforce, supply chain, or in products and services designed to benefit women.

    • Commitment to actively participate in monthly virtual mentorship sessions with mentors from the U.S. and Japan, as well as in-person attendance at the program’s launch and closing events in Nairobi

    • To provide support for climate-focused African SMEs through high quality mentorship that helps bridge the gap to scalability and long-term sustainability.

    • Strengthen environmental and social impact by equipping enterprises with the tools and knowledge to embed sustainability and inclusivity into their business models.

    • Broader ecosystem impact by creating a space for exchange to foster innovation, resilience, and inclusive practices within the climate entrepreneurship space.

    • Knowledge exchange between and amongst mentors and mentees encouraging cross-cultural learning and collaboration.

    • Enhance the partnership between the Africa, US, and Japan towards SDGs

  • The mentorship program will run from July 2025 to December 2025, with a final in-person event scheduled for January 2026. For mentees, the program will kick off with an in-person launch event on 1st July 2025 in Nairobi, Kenya, followed by monthly virtual mentoring sessions that will run until December 2025. The closing event will be held in January 2026. The date will be communicated during the course of the program.

  • 15 climate-focused SMEs will be selected, with each being matched to a group of 3-5 mentors from the U.S. and Japan for cross learning. 


  • As a participant, you will engage in a variety of activities designed to promote learning, collaboration, and growth. These include:

    • Monthly virtual mentorship sessions 

    • Peer-to-peer learning with other participating SMEs

    • Knowledge exchange opportunities to share insights and best practices

    • In-person networking events in Nairobi

    • Opportunities to build connections and partnerships with mentors and industry stakeholders from Kenya, the U.S., and Japan

  • Applications can be submitted through the AlphaMundi Foundation website. The application period runs from 21st May 2025 to 6th June 2025 at 5:00 PM (EAT). Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, so early submissions are encouraged. Click here to apply

  • No. There is no cost to apply or participate in the program.

  • Yes. We strongly encourage all selected participants to commit to actively participating in all scheduled sessions and events throughout the program to gain all the benefits of the mentorship, cross-cultural knowledge exchange, and networking opportunities the program offers.


  • No. This program focuses on technical assistance and knowledge exchange and does not provide direct financial support or investment to participating SMEs. 

  • For any questions or additional information about the Green Growth Appliance (GGA) Program, please contact the AlphaMundi Foundation team at amfinfo@alphamundi.ch 

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