Empowering Africa's Next
Generation of Entrepreneurs

Regina Kingori is the visionary founder of Skillup Mentorship Program, a transformative entrepreneurship initiative under RWK Africa. Since launching Skillup in 2021, Regina Kingori has empowered over 10,000 entrepreneurs across Kenya through free business training and mentorship. Her dedication to creating economic opportunities has made Skillup one of Kenya's most impactful entrepreneurship programs.

Skillup Mentorship Program is a free entrepreneurship training initiative founded by Regina Kingori through RWK Africa. The program offers hands-on training in cottage industry skills, business development, and ongoing mentorship to aspiring entrepreneurs across Kenya. Skillup focuses on practical, income-generating skills that participants can immediately apply to start their own businesses.

Regina Kingori's vision for Skillup is to create a self-reliant community of entrepreneurs across Africa by transforming simple cottage industry skills into sustainable businesses that drive economic growth. She aims to bridge the gap between unemployment and self-employment by providing accessible, practical business training to Kenyans from all backgrounds.

Yes! Skillup Mentorship Program is completely free for all selected participants. There are no hidden costs or fees. The program is fully sponsored by RWK Africa as part of their corporate social responsibility initiative, thanks to Regina Kingori's commitment to empowering entrepreneurs.

Skillup teaches practical cottage industry skills that you can use to start a business immediately:

• Soap and detergent production
• Baking and confectionery
• Yogurt and Maziwa Mala production
• Body and hair care products
• Peanut butter, sauces, and condiments
• Charcoal briquettes and eco-jikos
• Business planning and financial management
• Marketing and branding

The Skillup Mentorship Program runs for 6 months on a part-time basis, requiring 4-6 hours per week. The program uses a blended learning format with both online and in-person sessions to accommodate different schedules and learning preferences.

Skillup training sessions are held across Kenya, with the main hub at RWK Africa headquarters in Nairobi (83, Westlands Road). Regina Kingori's Skillup program also conducts county-level training sessions to reach entrepreneurs in different regions of Kenya.

Applying to Skillup Mentorship Program is easy:

1. Visit skillupmentorship.com
2. Click on "Apply Now" button
3. Fill out the online application form with your details
4. Submit your application
5. Wait for selection notification via email

Skillup Mentorship Program welcomes aspiring entrepreneurs from all backgrounds. Whether you're unemployed, underemployed, or looking to start a side business, Regina Kingori's program is designed for you. The program particularly encourages applications from women and youth who want to create economic opportunities for themselves and their communities.

No! Skillup is designed for beginners. Regina Kingori created this program specifically to help people with no business experience start their entrepreneurial journey. The training covers everything from basic skills to advanced business management.

Skillup Mentorship Program accepts applications on a rolling basis. Visit the website or contact us at skillupmentorship@gmail.com or +254 795 412 541 for information about the next intake.

The Business Incubation Program (BIP) is Regina Kingori's advanced support program for Skillup graduates. BIP provides ongoing mentorship, access to funding, KEBS certification support, and business scaling strategies. Over 200 entrepreneurs have successfully scaled their businesses through BIP.

Yes! Upon successful completion of the Skillup Mentorship Program, you will receive a certificate of completion. Additionally, the program provides guidance on obtaining KEBS certification for your products.

While Skillup doesn't directly provide startup capital, the program connects graduates with microfinance institutions, investors, and grant opportunities through the Business Incubation Program. Regina Kingori's network includes various funding partners who support Skillup alumni.

Since its launch in 2021, Regina Kingori's Skillup Mentorship Program has trained over 10,000 individuals across Kenya and helped launch more than 1,000 active small-scale enterprises. The program has a 60% women and youth beneficiary rate.

Over 1,000 Skillup graduates have successfully launched and are actively running their own businesses. Many have gone on to employ others in their communities, creating a ripple effect of economic empowerment that aligns with Regina Kingori's vision.