Sponsors & partners
Anzania aims to be a centre of expertise in Kenya in the field of restoration, ecology and immersive learning. To support this we have ties with different institutions, organisations and experts in their field.
We are lucky to have had the support and insight from some key partners in our foundational phase. With their guidance, ideas and experience, the Anzania vision has been able to grow into what it represents now - a world-class destination for the understanding, appreciation, and protection of our environment.
Just Diggit International
Just Diggit a renowned non-profit organization dedicated to landscape restoration, climate action, and community empowerment in Africa. Founded on the principle of "regreening the planet," Justdiggit focuses on implementing innovative and scalable solutions to combat desertification, drought, and climate change. At the heart of Justdiggit's approach is the belief in the power of landscape restoration to mitigate the effects of climate change while uplifting communities. The organization employs a range of techniques, including soil restoration, water management, and reforestation, to restore degraded landscapes and promote biodiversity.
BuildX Studio
BuildX Studio is an award-winning, Nairobi-based architecture company, that is working towards a world where buildings are radically better.
They develop green buildings through exceptional human-centred design solutions which prioritize natural local resources and community. Their designs are net zero carbon.
BuildX Studio is the first architecture, engineering, and construction company in Africa to become B Corp™ certified and is renowned for its commitment to social and environmental impact. BuildX has been a key part of our design vision for the museum.
Northern Light
NorthernLight is a creative design agency based in Amsterdam. NorthernLight creates transformative and purposeful experiences for brands, museums, and public spaces. They provide services in visual design, spatial design, content strategy, and planning consultancy. NorthernLight has been involved in the exhibit design for some of the leading children’s museums around the world and has experience in over 30 countries.
National Museums of Kenya
Anzania has an existing MOU with the National Museums of Kenya (NMK). NMK will contribute expertise in botany, zoology, and ecology to the project, drawing from their experience in natural heritage conservation and restoration.
Shujaaz Inc
Shujaaz is a network of social ventures based in Nairobi and Dar Es Salaam. Its ventures inspire, entertain and mobilise 7.5 million 15-24-year-olds across East Africa. The Shujaaz network connects young people with the information, skills, and resources they need to take control; embedding them in a digital and real-world community that gives them the self-belief to succeed, in their context and on their terms. Shujaaz proves that when young people take control of their lives, they create transformational change.
EDEN Project
Twenty years ago, Eden Project transformed a clay pit in Cornwall into what is now often referred to as the 8th wonder of the world, with the largest greenhouses on earth. This visitor destination, cultural venue, and global garden showcase our dependence on plants and demonstrate technological ingenuity and the regeneration of landscapes and livelihoods. Eden Projects's global mission is to create a movement that builds relationships between people and the natural world to demonstrate the power of working together for the benefit of all living things. Today Eden is a growing movement, working on and developing projects nationally and internationally. Anzania would represent Eden's first steps on the African continent.
Playfair Capital
Playfair Capital is an early-stage fund that commits to companies early and with conviction. Based in London, Playfair combines the best aspects of angel investing with a focused fund, to invest in truly ambitious founders, wherever they are in the world.
TU Delft
TU Delft in the Netherlands is a renowned University known globally for its commitment to innovation and excellence in education. The University offers a prestigious Master's Course in Design for Interaction, emphasizing human-centered design principles and the development of user-centric solutions for complex challenges. With a faculty comprising industry experts and access to cutting-edge facilities, TU Delft provides an inspiring learning environment that equips graduates to create transformative designs with real-world impact.
University of Nairobi
The University of Nairobi, is Kenya's oldest and largest public university, boasting a vibrant academic community and a strong focus on research and innovation. The University of Nairobi plays a pivotal role in shaping Kenya's future by providing exceptional education across a wide range of disciplines. Partnering with Anzania, the University of Nairobi contributes valuable expertise in environmental science and education, fostering a new generation of environmental stewards.
EcoTourism Ke
Ecotourism Kenya promotes responsible tourism practices within the tourism industry. This entails encouraging tourism stakeholders the adoption of best practices with respect to the environment, socio, and cultural aspects.
Bowmans Law
One of the largest and best-known corporate law firms in Kenya.
Wildlife clubs of Kenya
(Coming soon)
Memberships & Signatories
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Botanic Gardens Conservation International
BGCI is a non-profit membership organisation, representing plant conservation institutions worldwide. They advocate for the botanical community, promoting the role of botanic gardens in plant conservation policy, practice and education.
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International Council of Museums
(ICOM) is a non-governmental organization dedicated to museums, maintaining formal relations with UNESCO and having a consultative status with the United Nations Economic and Social Council
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Society for Ecological Restoration
SER advances the science, practice, and policy of ecological restoration to sustain biodiversity, improve resilience in a changing climate, and re-establish an ecologically healthy relationship between nature and culture.
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Eco Tourism Kenya
Ecotourism Kenya promotes responsible tourism practices within the tourism industry. This entails encouraging tourism stakeholders the adoption of best practices with respect to the environment, socio, and cultural aspects.
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Signatories Of The Glasgow Declaration
The Glasgow Declaration is a catalyst for increased urgency about the need to accelerate climate action in tourism and to secure strong commitments to support the global goals to halve emissions over the next decade and reach Net Zero emissions as soon as possible before 2050.
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Signatories Of The Terra Carta
The Terra Carta is the guiding mandate for the Sustainable Markets Initiative, providing a proposed set of principles to 2030 that puts Nature, People and Planet at the heart of global value creation.
