Empowering Africa's Next Generation of Entrepreneurs
Research-driven entrepreneurship education and startup incubation that transforms ambitious youth into successful entrepreneurs across Uganda and beyond.
Empowering Entrepreneurs
About NASE Africa
Transforming Africa's entrepreneurial landscape through research-informed education and ecosystem development
Our Story
Formerly the National Association of Student Enterprises, NASE Africa emerged in 2015 with a bold vision: to tackle youth unemployment through upstream entrepreneurship interventions. Founded with support from Kingston University London, we've evolved into Uganda's leading social enterprise for entrepreneurship education and ecosystem development across Uganda and beyond.
Our Impact Philosophy
"We back the jockey, not the horse" – investing in entrepreneurial talent at the earliest, riskiest stages of their journey.
Our Approach
Research-informed practice meets real-world application
Our work bridges the gap between academic theory and entrepreneurial success through:
- Evidence-based curriculum design
- Digital-first pedagogical approaches
- Context-sensitive teaching methodologies
- Strong industry-academia partnerships
Vision
Leveraging innovation and entrepreneurship for sustainable socio-economic transformation across Africa.
Mission
Inspiring, equipping, and empowering Africa's youth to develop sustainable businesses and become catalysts for inclusive development.
Leadership
Dr. Dennis Aguma
Executive Director
- PhD in Entrepreneurship
- Postdoctoral Researcher, University of Wolverhampton (UK)
- Creator of The Adaptive Framework for Entrepreneurship Pedagogy
- Expert in digital pedagogy and ecosystem thinking
What We Do
We provide comprehensive support across the entire entrepreneurship journey, from early education to successful business launch and growth.
Education & Training
Building entrepreneurial mindsets through research-informed curricula and hands-on learning
- Practical workshops & simulations
- Industry mentorship network
- Accredited modules
- Micro-grants & pitch platforms
University-Industry Bridge
Connecting academic talent with real-world business challenges through innovative programs
- The Link Programme
- Work Readiness Training
- Corporate partnerships
- Talent pipeline development
Startup Incubation
From idea to market: comprehensive support for early-stage entrepreneurs at The Hatchery
- Co-working spaces
- Mentorship access
- Funding connections
- 24/7 workspace access
Our Impact Since 2015
Transforming lives and communities through entrepreneurship education and innovation
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