Accepting commissions  ·  Nairobi, Kenya

We Turn
Bold Ideas
Into Working
Technology.

MasterMinds Innovation Team designs and builds technology that solves real problems — hardware, software, firmware, data systems, and consulting. Whatever the brief, we build it.

11+
Projects delivered
4
Core disciplines
2025
Launch year
48hr
Response time
✦ FEATURED PROJECT
Cookstove
Combustion Monitor
IoT system measuring combustion efficiency, generating data for emissions analysis and project reporting.
Type
IoT Hardware
Status
In Development
Network
GSM / GPRS
Power
Solar-ready
Thermocouple + particulate sensors
Real-time cloud data pipeline
Custom dashboard & reporting
HARDWARE DESIGN WEB & MOBILE APPS IoT SYSTEMS PCB & FIRMWARE DATA PLATFORMS TECH CONSULTING AUTOMATION SOLUTIONS SYSTEMS INTEGRATION NAIROBI, KENYA HARDWARE DESIGN WEB & MOBILE APPS IoT SYSTEMS PCB & FIRMWARE DATA PLATFORMS TECH CONSULTING AUTOMATION SOLUTIONS SYSTEMS INTEGRATION NAIROBI, KENYA

Who We Are

Four people.
One team.
Any problem.

MasterMinds Innovation Team is a Nairobi-based technology startup. We design and build technology solutions across hardware, software, firmware, data, and consulting — for any industry, any problem, any scale.

We are not a single-sector team. We are builders. Give us a brief and we will build it — whether it's an IoT device, a web platform, a mobile app, an automation system, or a full technical strategy for your organisation.

We operate out of Nairobi with a strong technology partner network, giving us access to manufacturing, cloud infrastructure, compliance expertise, and real-world deployment pipelines across East Africa and beyond.

🔧
Hardware & Electronics
PCB design, embedded systems, sensor integration, enclosures — built to survive real-world conditions.
💻
Software & Applications
Web apps, mobile apps, dashboards, APIs, and cloud platforms — whatever interface your idea needs.
📊
Data & Consulting
Data pipelines, analytics platforms, system architecture reviews, and technical strategy.
"Not just friends — we are brothers. And brothers build LEGACY."
— Shadrack Amihanda, Chairperson
Shadrack Amihanda
Chairperson
Mackenzie Novaal
Secretary
Zachary Nyoike
Treasurer
Jeffery Kamau
Brand Lead
// By the numbers
11+
Projects in pipeline
4
Core disciplines
2025
Launch year
48hr
Response guarantee

Our Work

Projects we've built
and can build for you.

🔧 IoT HARDWARE · FEATURED
Cookstove Combustion Monitor
Custom IoT device measuring combustion efficiency in real time. Sensor data is transmitted to cloud, processed, and presented via a clean dashboard. Deploys in 30 minutes.
🔥🌡️📡
THERMOCOUPLE · GSM · CLOUD DASHBOARD
ESP32ThermocoupleGSM/GPRSSolar-readyIP54REST API
In Development
Commission
💻 WEB + MOBILE APP
Activity Tracker & Analytics App
Cross-platform web and mobile app for tracking any structured activity — consumption, output, usage, or performance — with dashboards, reporting, and data export.
📊📱
REACT · FLUTTER · REST API
ReactFlutterChartsExport / CSV
Accepting commissions
Enquire
🔗 DATA PLATFORM
IoT Data Aggregation Platform
Real-time data ingestion from multiple field devices to cloud. Supports any sensor type — temperature, power, flow, presence, or custom. Audit-ready output.
🌐📡💾
MQTT · CLOUD · REAL-TIME
AWS / GCPMQTTAPI-firstMulti-sensor
Available
Enquire
⚡ HARDWARE
Smart Energy Monitor
Clip-on metering device for any electrical load. Non-invasive installation, battery-powered, with wireless data transmission to your dashboard or data platform.
⚡📏
CT SENSOR · LoRaWAN · BATTERY
CT ClampLoRaWANBattery-poweredIP65
In Development
Enquire
🏢 BUSINESS PLATFORM
Custom Management System
Web-based management platform built to your workflow. Inventory, CRM, logistics, field operations, HR — whatever your organisation needs to run efficiently.
🗂️⚙️
WEB APP · ROLES · REPORTING
ReactNode.jsPostgreSQLRole-based access
Available Now
Enquire
🌱 HARDWARE + DATA
Environmental Field Monitor
Multi-probe sensor array for soil, air, or water quality monitoring at field scale. Solar-powered, wireless, and paired with a data dashboard for long-term tracking.
🌡️🔬
MULTI-PROBE · NB-IoT · SOLAR
Multi-probeNB-IoTSolar-poweredLong-term
Roadmap Q3 2025
Pre-order

+ 5 MORE PROJECTS IN PIPELINE · HAVE A DIFFERENT BRIEF? WE BUILD THAT TOO.

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What We Build

Four disciplines.
One team.

01
🔧
Hardware & Electronics

From schematic design and PCB layout to enclosures, sensors, and production-ready hardware. We build for the real world — not just a lab bench.

  • PCB design (KiCad / Altium)
  • Embedded firmware (ESP32, STM32)
  • Sensor selection & integration
  • Enclosure design & IP ratings
  • Prototype → production pipeline
02
💻
Software & Applications

Web platforms, mobile apps, APIs, dashboards, and IoT data systems. We turn ideas into working interfaces that people actually use.

  • Web apps (React, Next.js, Vue)
  • Mobile apps (React Native, Flutter)
  • REST APIs & backend systems
  • IoT pipelines & cloud platforms
  • Admin dashboards & reporting
03
📊
Data & Consulting

Data pipeline design, analytics platforms, system architecture, and technical strategy. We help organisations make better decisions with their data.

  • Data architecture & pipelines
  • Analytics dashboards & reporting
  • System architecture review
  • Technical strategy & roadmapping
  • Vendor & platform selection

How We Work

From brief to delivery
in four steps.

01
Discovery Call

We understand your goals, constraints, users, and tech requirements. Free 45-minute consultation — no obligation, no jargon.

02
Proposal & Scoping

A clear technical proposal with scope, timeline, deliverables, and pricing. Milestone-based payments — you only pay as we deliver.

03
Build & Iterate

Regular demos, working prototypes, and full access to all files throughout the build. We keep you in the loop at every step.

04
Deliver & Support

Handover, documentation, training, and 3-month support included. Optional retainer for ongoing work.

Pricing

Commission your project.

Three engagement models. All prices in KES. Custom quotes available for large or complex projects.

Starter
Consulting
Technical strategy, architecture review, and expert guidance for teams that need clarity before they build.
fromKES 25,000/ engagement

  • Technical architecture review
  • Vendor & platform recommendations
  • System design guidance
  • Written report & recommendations
  • 1 follow-up session included
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MOST POPULAR
Full Build
Complete Project
End-to-end design and build. Hardware, software, firmware, or data — delivered as a working, production-ready system.
fromKES 75,000/ project

  • Full technical design & architecture
  • Hardware / firmware / software build
  • Testing, QA & validation
  • Deployment & setup
  • Documentation & training
  • 3 months post-delivery support
Commission This →
Ongoing
Retainer Partner
A dedicated monthly capacity for teams who need continuous development, maintenance, and technical partnership.
fromKES 15,000/ month

  • 40 hrs/month dedicated capacity
  • Priority support & bug fixes
  • System monitoring & uptime
  • Feature development included
  • Monthly progress reports
  • Quarterly strategy sessions
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Pricing is tailored to project complexity, timeline, and scope. Contact us for an accurate quote on your specific brief.

What People Say

Trusted by the people
who matter.

★★★★★

"The prototype MasterMinds delivered demonstrated a level of technical rigour we rarely see from early-stage teams. Solid architecture, clean code, and they actually kept to the timeline."

VC
Verst Carbon
Technology Partner · Nairobi
★★★★★

"We had a complex brief — IoT hardware, cloud backend, and a web dashboard all in one project. MasterMinds handled all three without losing coherence. That's rare."

KT
KenyaTech SME
Product Owner · Nairobi
★★★★★

"Their consulting engagement saved us three months of bad decisions. They reviewed our architecture, flagged the weak points, and gave us a clear, practical roadmap. Highly recommended."

EA
East Africa NGO Network
Programme Director · Nairobi
11+
Projects delivered
4
Core disciplines
48hr
Guaranteed response
100%
Client satisfaction

Get In Touch

Tell us what
you're building.

Whether you have a fully-formed brief or just an idea scribbled on a napkin — we want to hear from you. We respond to every enquiry within 48 hours.

📧
Email
hello@masterminds.co.ke
📱
WhatsApp / Phone
+254 700 000 000
📍
Location
Nairobi, Kenya
🕐
Availability
Weekends + evenings · Remote-friendly

We respond within 48 hours. All enquiries are confidential and without obligation.