M-KOPA provides connected asset financing solutions for underbanked customers. Its platform combines digital micropayments and IoT connectivity to offer access to products including solar lighting, televisions, fridges, smartphones, financial services, and more.

MYDAWA is a new and innovative service that allows anyone buy wide range of high quality medication and wellness products affordably and conveniently from your mobile phone.

The firm was formed by a team that had worked together as the executive team at a leading asset manager in the region. After a very successful tenure growing profitability by over 10 times, increasing assets by over 3 times and moving the previous firm from number 6 to number 1 (in the East-African region) by revenues, the team moved to create an independent firm focused solely on serving the interests of clients and investors. They strongly believe that if they wake up every day thinking about what is in the interest of clients, putting their interests ahead of their own and trading the short-term interests for the long-term interests, their clients will do very well. And when their clients do well, they will do well too. Cytonn Investments is an investment and real estate company, with offices in Nairobi - Kenya and DC Metro area - U.S. They are primarily focused on offering alternative investment solutions to global institutional investors, individual high net-worth investors, local institutional investors and diaspora investors interested in the East-African region.

Victory Farms is an aquaculture farm for tilapia fish comprising of hatcheries, nursery ponds and deep-water cages for farming.

Apollo Agriculture is an agtech company that offers farmers access to agricultural inputs, financing, and advice. Apollo helps farmers in emerging markets maximize their profits. The company uses agronomic machine learning, remote sensing, and mobile phones to deliver a customized package of credit, high-quality farm inputs, and advice that can double farm yields, starting in Kenya. Apollo assesses farmer credit risk and customizes each package to a farmer's specific location using satellite data, soil data, farmer behavior data, and crop yield models.

Wasoko transforms access to essential goods and services by connecting small shops to the digital economy. It increases sales and market coverage for companies in emerging markets. It also enables informal retailers to order products at any time via SMS or mobile app, and receive free same-day delivery to their store. This makes it easier for shopkeepers to source goods and helps manufacturers ensure that their products are consistently available to consumers.

4G Capital has supported micro-enterprises in Africa since 2013, providing financial literacy training with working capital loans to help small businesses grow sustainably. 4G Capital clients receive a bespoke programme of business training to help them use micro-loans to achieve much higher take-home earnings. 4G Capital’s proprietorial machine learning technology delivers high fidelity insights from traditionally data dark sectors. We design scalable credit products and services optimized for clients’ business risks, timescales and affordability. Training is delivered via mobile apps and face-to-face outreach. Using only mobile money, loans are accessed in under two minutes with either smart or feature phones. 4G Capital directly addresses the Finance Gap across Africa. This stands at over $19 billion for Micro and SMEs in Kenya alone (source: IFC), even though this important segment accounts for over 30% of GDP. It is almost impossible for these companies to access credit without high collateral and data requirements. Over 30% of small businesses fail due to lack of funding. 4G Capital consistently achieves very high collections rates without collateral or refinancing its clients, by only lending to viable businesses on terms that are right for them. 4G Capital is on target to positively impact over 1 million people by 2020. With operations in Kenya and Uganda, and having received multiple industry awards, 4G Capital is now scaling across the continent and expanding its suite of products and services as Africa’s Fastest Fintech. Key achievements to date: · >94% collection rates without refinancing clients · Net Promoter Score 72 · Clients increase revenues by average 82% · 81% Women Customers · 82% Repeat Customers · 77% Rural Clients · 94% Increased financial literacy · $32M worth of loans to date · >50 locations in Kenya and expanding in Uganda and beyond · Partnership retail credit service plugs in to distributor systems to boost value chain sales

Cellulant, a prominent multinational payments company in Africa, is dedicated to revolutionizing digital payments for the continent's major economies.

Zeraki leverages technology to overcome barriers to quality education, empowering learners to access essential resources seamlessly. By providing innovative solutions tailored to diverse educational needs, Zeraki enhances the learning experience and promotes equitable opportunities for all students.

Kilimall is a leading online marketplace in Kenya, which makes Kenyans' shopping efficiently and offers a smooth and valuable shopping experience. You made the purchase and we deliver. Kilimall connects tens of thousands of local & global verified sellers who offer more than 10 millions products that span various categories. Kilimall continues to expand the mall, with the scope of offerings that will increase in variety, simplicity and convenience for buyers. Kilimall also offers an online payment system and logistics system. It also provides a range of services are designed to ensure optimum levels of convenience and customer satisfaction with the retail process. Kilimall was founded by Yang Tao in July 2014 and is based in Nairobi, Kenya.

Twiga is a mobile-based supply platform for Africa’s retail outlets, kiosks, and market stalls. The company is using a mobile-based, cashless, business-to-business (B2B) supply platform to access distribution into the millions of small and medium-sized vendors in African urban markets. Founded in 2013, Twiga is based in Nairobi, Kenya.

M-KOPA provides connected asset financing solutions for underbanked customers. Its platform combines digital micropayments and IoT connectivity to offer access to products including solar lighting, televisions, fridges, smartphones, financial services, and more.

Wasoko transforms access to essential goods and services by connecting small shops to the digital economy. It increases sales and market coverage for companies in emerging markets. It also enables informal retailers to order products at any time via SMS or mobile app, and receive free same-day delivery to their store. This makes it easier for shopkeepers to source goods and helps manufacturers ensure that their products are consistently available to consumers.

CSquared builds metro fiber and Wi-Fi networks to help local providers connect more people to the Internet and each other. The company was formed from Project Link of Google in 2013. CSquared operates as an independent company located in Nairobi, Kenya.

M-KOPA provides connected asset financing solutions for underbanked customers. Its platform combines digital micropayments and IoT connectivity to offer access to products including solar lighting, televisions, fridges, smartphones, financial services, and more.

Wasoko transforms access to essential goods and services by connecting small shops to the digital economy. It increases sales and market coverage for companies in emerging markets. It also enables informal retailers to order products at any time via SMS or mobile app, and receive free same-day delivery to their store. This makes it easier for shopkeepers to source goods and helps manufacturers ensure that their products are consistently available to consumers.

4G Capital has supported micro-enterprises in Africa since 2013, providing financial literacy training with working capital loans to help small businesses grow sustainably. 4G Capital clients receive a bespoke programme of business training to help them use micro-loans to achieve much higher take-home earnings. 4G Capital’s proprietorial machine learning technology delivers high fidelity insights from traditionally data dark sectors. We design scalable credit products and services optimized for clients’ business risks, timescales and affordability. Training is delivered via mobile apps and face-to-face outreach. Using only mobile money, loans are accessed in under two minutes with either smart or feature phones. 4G Capital directly addresses the Finance Gap across Africa. This stands at over $19 billion for Micro and SMEs in Kenya alone (source: IFC), even though this important segment accounts for over 30% of GDP. It is almost impossible for these companies to access credit without high collateral and data requirements. Over 30% of small businesses fail due to lack of funding. 4G Capital consistently achieves very high collections rates without collateral or refinancing its clients, by only lending to viable businesses on terms that are right for them. 4G Capital is on target to positively impact over 1 million people by 2020. With operations in Kenya and Uganda, and having received multiple industry awards, 4G Capital is now scaling across the continent and expanding its suite of products and services as Africa’s Fastest Fintech. Key achievements to date: · >94% collection rates without refinancing clients · Net Promoter Score 72 · Clients increase revenues by average 82% · 81% Women Customers · 82% Repeat Customers · 77% Rural Clients · 94% Increased financial literacy · $32M worth of loans to date · >50 locations in Kenya and expanding in Uganda and beyond · Partnership retail credit service plugs in to distributor systems to boost value chain sales

KOKO Networks is an international venture-backed technology company with offices in East Africa and India. KOKO provides a platform for smart commerce in urban Africa. Our unique suite of technologies connects suppliers, retailers, and customers, enabling delivery of a range of consumer and business solutions that improve life in Africa’s cities.

PesaPal provides a simple, safe and secure way for individuals and businesses to make and accept payments in Africa. PesaPal payments work on the Internet and directly on the handset. PesaPal Escrow features protect buyers and sellers by giving them a chance to verify the quality of goods and services before releasing payments. PesaPal partners with Banks, Mobile Network Operators and Credit Card companies to give consumers as many payment options as possible. For businesses, they offer timely settlement of any payments to their bank account of choice.

Zeraki leverages technology to overcome barriers to quality education, empowering learners to access essential resources seamlessly. By providing innovative solutions tailored to diverse educational needs, Zeraki enhances the learning experience and promotes equitable opportunities for all students.

LoHo Learning is a leading provider of digital learning solutions that empower learners, educators, and institutions to achieve better educational outcomes. With a strong focus on innovation, LoHo Learning develops and delivers cutting-edge eLearning platforms, interactive educational content, and comprehensive learning management systems. LoHo Learning's primary mission is to revolutionize the way education is delivered by harnessing the power of technology. By leveraging advanced technologies such as artificial intelligence, data analytics, and virtual reality, LoHo Learning creates immersive and personalized learning experiences that cater to the unique needs and preferences of each learner. The company offers a diverse range of products and services tailored to different educational levels, from primary to tertiary education. Their eLearning platforms provide a rich repository of interactive educational content, including multimedia lessons, assessments, quizzes, and simulations. These platforms enable learners to access educational resources anytime, anywhere, fostering self-paced learning and knowledge retention. LoHo Learning also understands the importance of empowering educators with the right tools and resources. Their learning management systems enable educators to create and manage courses, track learner progress, and provide personalized feedback. These systems facilitate seamless communication and collaboration between learners and educators, fostering an engaging and interactive learning environment. Furthermore, LoHo Learning is committed to promoting equity and inclusivity in education. They design their solutions with accessibility features that cater to learners with diverse abilities and learning styles. Additionally, they actively collaborate with educational institutions and policymakers to bridge the digital divide and ensure that all learners have equal access to quality education.