A huge win for Rivopump! 🌱🚀 We're proud to share that Rivopump was awarded €3,000 at the TU Dortmund Startup Award.
The event brought together outstanding ideas, passionate teams, and a truly inspiring atmosphere. Presenting our vision of making affordable irrigation accessible to everyone sparked thoughtful discussions and encouraging feedback, offering strong validation for our mission.
maji ni (U)hai – water is life
This belief drives our work every day, and seeing it resonate so clearly in Dortmund was incredibly motivating. The connection between our mission and the audience's response reminded us why we started this journey in the first place.
We're returning home not only with the prize funding, but with renewed energy, fresh insights, and even greater determination to continue building solutions that matter. The conversations we had with fellow founders, investors, and mentors opened new perspectives on how we can scale our impact.
What This Means for Our Mission
The €3,000 award will directly support our next phase of development, helping us refine our technology and expand our pilot programs in Sub-Saharan Africa. Every euro brings us closer to delivering reliable, zero-energy irrigation to smallholder farmers who need it most.
Beyond the funding, this recognition validates our approach: building practical, sustainable solutions rooted in community needs. The feedback we received at TU Dortmund will shape how we communicate our impact and engage with future partners.
Thank You
A sincere thank you to the jury, the organizers, and all the teams we connected with. Events like these remind us that we're part of a larger community of changemakers working toward a more sustainable future.
We're excited for what comes next! 🌍💧