We believe that sustainable social business can bring a lot of social changes in different aspects.
Welcome to IGC Business Holding, a new shape of Incentive Group of Company. As an innovative social enterprise, we actively seek business opportunities across various verticals that create a positive impact on communities, society, and the world at large. We believe that sustainable social business practices can drive meaningful change and contribute significantly to social progress.
Education is at the heart of our mission as a social business. We are dedicated to improving the quality of education in Nepal through innovative solutions and international collaborations. Despite the growing trend of over 30,000 students leaving Nepal for abroad studies each year, significant challenges remain—5% of children are still out of school, over 60% of students drop out at the primary level, and the high school pass rate is only 48%. Currently, around 7 million Nepali youth are working abroad, many of whom left due to limited opportunities after failing high school or dropping out early. Our mission is to help reverse this trend by creating opportunities at home.
With the initiation of IGC, we have constructed more than 200 community school buildings and trained over 100 primary school teachers. To further address the low education levels, we introduced the KUMON education program in Nepal in 2022. This self-learning method focuses on developing critical thinking and problem-solving skills, offering a pathway for students to improve their education quality. Over 700 students have already benefited from this program.
In addition to programs for children, we also focus on adult education. We provide coffee farming technology training and financial sustainability education to farmers, equipping them with the skills needed to improve their livelihoods through sustainable coffee farming. Further, in collaboration with the Japanese education company Keirinkan Co. Ltd., we support Japanese junior and high school students through the 'Smart Lecture Correction' program. This digital initiative helps Japanese students enhance their English skills, with homework corrected by Nepali students. This program not only supports Japanese students but also provides an economic opportunity for Nepalese youth, helping them finance their own education and reducing the need to seek jobs abroad. By focusing on education, skills development, and local employment opportunities, our goal is to empower Nepalese youth and bring them back to Nepal, reducing the need for them to seek work abroad. Through our social business initiatives, we aim to build a brighter future for both Nepalese students and the nation.
Tourism has always been one of the most valuable verticals of IGC. Established with the vision to "preserve culture, tradition, and save the environment," IGC aims to provide unique and engaging experiences for visitors to Nepal. We prioritize sustainable practices and immersive experiences that highlight adventure and study tours, ensuring that our impact is positive and lasting.
As a one-stop tour operator for inbound travelers, IGC offers a diverse range of services, including tour, travel, trekking and expedition arrangements, eco-tourism, agro-tourism, luxury tours, and photography and research tours. Our special holiday packages cater to groups and individuals visiting Nepal from around the world, ensuring that every traveler finds an experience that suits their interests. In addition to traditional tourism services, we emphasize cultural exchange through study tours specifically designed for Japanese university students. These experiences foster mutual understanding and appreciation of Nepal's rich culture.
Furthermore, we create internship opportunities for Nepali students in Japan, allowing them to gain valuable experience while preserving and sharing their culture. Through these initiatives, IGC not only enhances travel experiences but also plays a crucial role in nurturing cultural ties and empowering the next generation of leaders in tourism and beyond.
Nepalese coffee, known as natural high Himalayan coffee, is cultivated in the unique climate of the Himalayas. This Arabica species is grown in small quantities by individual families on their modest plots of land, which is why it is branded as “family coffee.”
IGC has been actively involved in producing and exporting quality coffee to international markets, providing sustainable self-employment opportunities to numerous families across Nepal. Our coffee project is conducted by our sister company, Himalayan Luxury Beans (P) Ltd. HLB is dedicated to advancing sustainable coffee farming and community development in Nepal, while supporting the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). HLB operates its own nursery, producing 80,000 saplings every year, which are distributed to farmers free of cost. We work closely with local government to provide training to farmers, facilitate the formation of cooperative models, and implement farmers' support programs that generate employment. Additionally, we are developing a coffee pulping and processing center under the GGP program of the Japan government, with a focus on specialty coffee production.
Through these initiatives, we aim to empower local farmers, elevate Nepalese coffee on the global stage, and contribute to national economic growth. Since 2006, we have introduced the unique brand of Himalaya Luxury Beans to coffee connoisseurs both nationally and internationally, fostering the prosperity of local communities and promoting sustainable practices in coffee farming.
Midnight Technology, a sister company of IGC, believes that technology is the cornerstone of progress. We specialize in developing and introducing cutting-edge software and applications in Nepal while expanding our reach into international markets, particularly in the US and Japan. With over seven years of experience in offshore business and system development, we deliver high-quality, innovative solutions that add significant value to businesses locally and globally.
Our vision is to combine traditional practices with digitalization, enabling businesses to thrive in a modern landscape. We focus on large-scale national initiatives and joint ventures with multinational corporations, specializing in IT security, government projects, and offshore collaborations. Recently, we successfully placed six system developers with Japanese firms in Osaka, connecting local talent to international opportunities. Additionally, we host annual IT seminars and talent-hunting events in Nepal to connect promising students with leading Japanese IT companies for potential recruitment.
As we look to the future, Midnight Technology aims to expand our service offerings, including IT consultancy, eCommerce solutions, system development, and enterprise solutions, to the Nepalese corporate sector and international organizations. We are eager to build partnerships with reputable entities to share ideas and expertise for mutual growth.
IGC is dedicated to empowering university students and businesses through a range of specialized consulting services. We organize enriching field visit facilitation for university students, providing them with valuable real-local industry experiences that foster practical learning and professional networking. Additionally, our team offers robust research support to students and institutions, helping them conduct impactful studies that advance knowledge and innovation.
We are proud to partner with NTT Docomo, a Japanese telecom companies in their SDGs (Sustainable Development Goals) initiatives in Nepal, particularly focusing on effective garbage management and various social business projects. Our collaboration positions us as a key consulting partner, driving meaningful change in local communities.
We also focus on connecting skilled and highly skilled talent to the global market, facilitating opportunities for professionals to thrive across borders. To ensure success in today’s competitive landscape, we provide targeted high-skill development training programs that enhance competencies and prepare individuals for the challenges of the global marketplace. Our mission is to bridge the gap between education and industry, equipping students and professionals with the tools they need to excel and make a significant impact in their fields.
We believe that sustainable social business can bring a lot of social changes in different aspects.
