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Vision
A prosperous, sustainable Greater Mombasa Area—Mombasa, Kilifi, and Kwale—where youth‑led job creation and enterprise growth lift quality of life… and a pro‑business environment positions Mombasa as a regional and global hub.
Our
Mission
EDIC catalyses enterprise, innovation and investment across the Greater Mombasa Area. We deliver targeted projects and policy fixes, mobilise local assets and partnerships, and put youth first by linking them to dignified jobs and ventures.
About Us
Partnering for Prosperity in Mombasa
EDIC is a multi-stakeholder council incubated by GDI Africa that accelerates investment and job creation in Greater Mombasa. We develop pipelines of bankable projects, improve the enabling environment and connect investors, businesses and policymakers to the partners and data they need to succeed.
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Our Team
An experienced group of professionals
FAQ
Frequently Asked Question
Got questions about partnering with EDIC? This FAQ gives quick answers on who we are, who we work with, our priority sectors, how funding and project prep work, and how we handle confidentiality. Tap on the FAQ below to find out more.
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What is EDIC and what do you do?
EDIC is a multi-stakeholder council incubated by GDI Africa that builds project pipelines, de-risks opportunities, aligns policy, and connects credible partners and capital to invest in the Greater Mombasa Area.
Who can partner with EDIC?
Local and international investors, businesses, policymakers, development partners, and industry associations. If you bring capital, capability, land, or market access, we want to work with you.
Which sectors are you prioritizing?
Port-linked logistics and manufacturing, tourism and MICE, SEZ infrastructure, health, energy, water and the blue economy. We focus on catalytic projects that create jobs and can reach bankability.
How do you prioritise sectors and projects?
We screen for jobs potential, bankability, and fit with Mombasa’s priorities. That includes mapping assets and stakeholders, testing demand, and confirming enabling policy and incentives before moving to preparation.
Does EDIC provide funding?
EDIC is not a direct lender. We structure opportunities and help mobilize blended finance from DFIs, banks, pensions, impact investors, donors, and CSR to reach financial close.
How do I propose a project or opportunity?
Share a short concept note covering the problem, solution, site or asset, partners, and indicative budget. We run an initial screen, then agree next steps for preparation if it fits the pipeline.
What support can I expect if I engage EDIC?
Pipeline curation, concept notes, early market sounding, light feasibility and mini financial models, investor introductions, and navigation of incentives, permitting, and policy to shorten time to investment.
How do you measure impact, especially for youth?
We track jobs created and placements, local value addition, and progress to financial close. Youth pathways are central, with apprenticeships and employer linkages built into priority projects.
Are there fees and how is confidentiality handled?
Introductory scoping is usually at no cost; project preparation may involve cost-sharing or grant support. We use NDAs where needed and handle proprietary information confidentially.
Where do you operate?
Our focus is the Greater Mombasa Area, working with Mombasa County and partners across Kilifi and Kwale where relevant to regional value chains.
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- partner@edicpwani.ke
- Nyali, Mombasa