The Kaduna Young Entrepreneurs Network equips young founders with the skills, mentorship, market access and community they need to build businesses that last.
Summit 2025
Kaduna edition
Young entrepreneurs reached
Partner organizations
LGAs across Kaduna
Businesses showcased
Since 2023
Serving Kaduna youth
KYEN exists to close the gap between youthful ambition and real business success. We bring together founders, mentors, government and sponsors to create an ecosystem where young businesses can thrive.
We equip young people with the skills, mindset and networks to build viable businesses.
We believe entrepreneurs grow faster together than alone, so we build a supportive network.
We connect founders to markets, mentors, capital and government stakeholders.
We operate transparently and hold ourselves accountable to the youth we serve.
From our flagship summit to our market exhibition, every KYEN program is designed to give young entrepreneurs a real edge.
Kaduna 2025Building Tomorrow's Business Leaders Today
Our flagship annual gathering brings together aspiring founders, established business owners, government stakeholders and investors for two days of masterclasses, pitch sessions and networking.
Season 2Where commerce meets community
A vibrant market exhibition that gives young businesses a physical stage to sell, showcase and connect with customers, blending trade with entertainment and culture.
We work hand in hand with government agencies, private institutions and community leaders to open doors for young entrepreneurs.
Ministry of Youth Development
Government Partner
Hon. Barr. Naymarie F. Musa-Akande
MD/CEO, Kaduna Industrial & Finance Co.
Comr. Jerry Adams
Executive Chairman, KADIRS
A glimpse into the energy, connections and impact happening across the KYEN community.
SummitSummitAdvocacyPartnersPartners
PartnersRecaps, partnerships and announcements from across our programs and community.
EventsHundreds of young founders gathered for two days of masterclasses, pitching and networking as KYEN doubled down on its mission to build tomorrow's business leaders.
PartnershipsA courtesy visit to the Kaduna State Internal Revenue Service opened new doors for financial literacy programming among young entrepreneurs.
ProgramsThe market exhibition that blends commerce with culture is back, with more stalls, more brands and more opportunities for youth-owned businesses.
Join a growing network of young entrepreneurs across Kaduna. Get access to mentorship, events, market opportunities and a community that has your back.