Impact Hub Harare is a community and innovation space in Harare, Zimbabwe, dedicated to empowering entrepreneurs, changemakers, and innovators to build sustainable social impact. It’s part of the global Impact Hub network, which operates in cities worldwide. The hub offers co-working spaces, incubation and acceleration programs, workshops, mentorship, and networking opportunities.
Mission, Vision & Values
Vision: A just and sustainable world where innovation and profit serve both people and the planet.
Mission: To accelerate entrepreneurial action for positive impact at scale by inspiring, connecting, and empowering the community.
Values: They emphasize trust, courage, and collaboration, while placing diversity, equity, and inclusion at the core of all their work.
Location & Contact
Address: 194 Baines Avenue, Avenues, Harare, Zimbabwe
Working hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Phone: +263 77 667 2526
Programs & Key Initiatives
Accelerate2030: Supports social ventures that align with the UN Sustainable Development Goals and helps them scale.
Digital Skills 4 Youth: Equips young people with digital and entrepreneurship skills.
Circular Economy Zimbabwe: Promotes sustainable circular economy practices among businesses.
Impact Queens: A women’s empowerment and leadership initiative that combines sport and community engagement.
Circularity Tales Pilot: A program helping ventures adopt circular business models.
They also run hackathons, training sessions, and events focused on gender equality, climate action, and tech for good.
Leadership & People
Impact Hub Harare was founded in 2015 by Zimbabweans who wanted to build local entrepreneurial capacity. One of its key figures is Tadzoka Pswarayi, who also contributes to regional and global Impact Hub leadership. The hub started from modest roots and grew into a well-established community platform.
Impact & Recognition
Has incubated and accelerated numerous social impact projects.
Plays a key role in Zimbabwe’s startup and innovation ecosystem.
Partnered with international organizations that support its mission of driving “Decent Work & Economic Growth.”
Holds recognition as being equivalent to a U.S. public charity, making it easier to access international support and partnerships.