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Babyloan is a company focused on promoting microcredit in France and developing countries through the use of crowdfunding. It operates an online platform that facilitates interest-free lending, enabling individuals to fund projects by connecting lenders with micro-entrepreneurs who are often excluded from traditional banking systems. Through its platform, Babyloan allows users to lend money to micro-entrepreneurs across 18 countries, supporting the growth of small economic activities by financing all or part of the loans these entrepreneurs require. This approach not only fosters economic development but also encourages social solidarity among lenders and borrowers.

Sistema.bio manufactures prefabricated modular biodigester systems for farmers. These systems convert organic waste like animal manure into methane gas for thermal energy in cooking and mechanical energy in farming, as well as organic fertilizer.

Founded in 2012, Tugende is a Ugandan company that provides finance and business assets to informal sector entrepreneurs and micro, medium, and small-sized enterprises. It offers lease-to-own financing for income-generating assets such as motorcycles (bodas), taxis, matatus, boat engines, and other equipment like smartphones, salon gear, shop fridges, and sewing machines. Tugende also provides value-added services including insurance, safety training, GPS tracking, and genuine parts.

Sistema.bio manufactures prefabricated modular biodigester systems for farmers. These systems convert organic waste like animal manure into methane gas for thermal energy in cooking and mechanical energy in farming, as well as organic fertilizer.

upOwa is a social business that develops, deploys, and maintains innovative solar home systems in off-grid African communities. These systems provide affordable access to clean electricity, replacing traditional sources like kerosene lamps. By doing so, upOwa enables significant social and economic improvements at the community level while maintaining financial profitability and promoting environmental sustainability.

REDAVIA GmbH is a company based in Munich, Germany, that specializes in providing rental solar farms for businesses and communities in East and West Africa. The company offers a pre-configured solar power system, which includes high-performance solar generation and energy storage modules. This system is designed for easy shipping, setup, scaling, and redeployment, making it accessible for various sectors, including agro-food processing, mining, manufacturing, hospitality, real estate, utilities, and community services. REDAVIA's solutions provide a cost-effective, reliable, and clean energy alternative, allowing clients to benefit from solar power with minimal upfront investment and technical expertise.

LulaLend is more than a company. It’s a belief in the power of small business, making a difference, building a better solution and striving for excellence. We work hard to empower businesses across South Africa with the funds they need to grow, and we have a great time doing it!

Funding Societies, established in 2015 and headquartered in Singapore, operates a digital financing platform that connects small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with investors. The company facilitates business loans, focusing on quick and efficient financing solutions, often bypassing traditional banking methods. It offers a range of flexible financing options, including micro and term loans, and invoice financing, using advanced credit scoring and risk assessment models. With operations across Southeast Asia, including Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, and Thailand, Funding Societies caters to SMEs seeking accessible and timely financing.

REDAVIA GmbH is a company based in Munich, Germany, that specializes in providing rental solar farms for businesses and communities in East and West Africa. The company offers a pre-configured solar power system, which includes high-performance solar generation and energy storage modules. This system is designed for easy shipping, setup, scaling, and redeployment, making it accessible for various sectors, including agro-food processing, mining, manufacturing, hospitality, real estate, utilities, and community services. REDAVIA's solutions provide a cost-effective, reliable, and clean energy alternative, allowing clients to benefit from solar power with minimal upfront investment and technical expertise.

Sistema.bio manufactures prefabricated modular biodigester systems for farmers. These systems convert organic waste like animal manure into methane gas for thermal energy in cooking and mechanical energy in farming, as well as organic fertilizer.