Innovative African Startups shaping the World
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A Nigerian on-demand food delivery service founded in 2021, Chowdeck connects customers with a variety of restaurants, offering meals delivered in under 30 minutes.
An e-commerce platform that showcases and sells contemporary African fashion and lifestyle products, connecting designers with global consumers.
A Kenyan company founded in 2014, KOKO Networks provides bioethanol cooking fuel and equipment, aiming to replace charcoal fuel with cleaner alternatives. It has expanded operations to Rwanda.
A Kenyan startup offering a B2B platform that streamlines the procurement process for construction materials, connecting suppliers with retailers and contractors.
A Nigerian fintech startup providing digital tools for small businesses to manage sales, inventory and payments, aiming to simplify business operations.
A Nigerian fintech company offering ethical credit management and collection services, utilizing AI to assist individuals in managing and repaying debts.
A Nigerian furniture company specialising in African-inspired designs, founded by Jumoke Dada in 2018. Taeillo leverages technology to offer contemporary furniture, incorporating augmented reality for customer engagement.
A Ghanaian technology company founded in 2015 by Patrick Ohemeng Tutu, Jesse Johnson, Nana Agyemang-Prempeh, and Saviour Dzage. Asoriba provides web and mobile applications for church management, connecting churches and worshipers with functionalities like donations and communication.
Founded by Kenyan native Margaret Nyamumbo, Kahawa 1893 is a coffee startup bringing African coffee traditions to the U.S. It sources beans from collectives and family farms in Kenya, Tanzania, Rwanda, and Congo, supporting female farmers through a virtual tipping system.
Founded in 2015 by Fred Swaniker, ALU is a network of tertiary institutions in Mauritius and Rwanda. It offers bachelor's degree programmes focusing on practical, real-world challenges, aiming to educate the next generation of African leaders.
Originally founded as Square Eats in 2020 by Henry and Randall Newman in Botswana, Zesta is an online food ordering and delivery platform operating across Africa. It connects customers with restaurants and stores, offering delivery services for food, groceries, and parcels.
A Nigerian e-commerce platform founded by Mike Dola in 2012. Cokodeal connects African traders to global markets, allowing users to create online stores to market African-manufactured goods and services.
