Nawah Scientific
Convertible Note in 2022
Founded in 2015, Nawah Scientific is a Cairo-based company that provides advanced scientific research services and equipment to universities and corporations worldwide. Through its online platform, it offers analytical services such as chromatographic analysis, bioassays, spectrophotometric analysis, and more. Additionally, it provides access to scientific equipment like dissolution testers and laboratories for booking. The company also offers training courses in areas like HPLC and nano drug delivery systems.
And Africa
Private Equity Round in 2022
And Africa is a startup dedicated to revolutionizing the logistics sector in Africa through digital innovation. It operates an integrated platform aimed at promoting industrialization and creating an efficient startup ecosystem. The company provides various logistics services, including electronic communication devices for last-mile delivery, enhancing the accessibility of innovative logistics solutions. Additionally, And Africa facilitates the test marketing of Japanese products in the African market, effectively bridging business opportunities between Japan and Africa. This approach not only supports local businesses but also offers consumers a diverse range of quality products.
Hello Tractor
Seed Round in 2021
Hello Tractor is a platform that connects tractor owners with farmers to enable tractor sharing through a cloud-based service. The system provides virtual smart tractor monitoring and remote asset tracking to reduce fraud and equipment misuse, offering African farmers access to reliable machinery and an extra source of income. Founded in 2014 by Jehiel Oliver in Abuja, Nigeria, Hello Tractor focuses on making mechanized agricultural services more affordable and accessible.
WARPSPACE
Corporate Round in 2019
WARPSPACE Inc. is a Japanese company founded in 2016, originating from the University of Tsukuba, where it developed satellite projects for five years prior to its establishment. The company specializes in designing and developing satellite modules and ground system instruments. It provides communication infrastructure services for low Earth orbit satellites, including on-demand ground station services, intersatellite communication infrastructure, and portable ground station solutions. With its focus on advancing satellite technology, WARPSPACE aims to enhance connectivity and communication capabilities in the rapidly evolving space industry.
SafeBoda is an Africa-focused ride-sharing platform that modernizes informal motorcycle taxi transportation with a mobile-first service that connects riders to trained drivers. The platform emphasizes safety, with drivers trained in road safety, first aid, bike maintenance, and customer care, enabling safer, affordable, and convenient urban mobility for Africa's growing cities. Founded in Kampala, SafeBoda designs its services for the African context, aiming to improve trips for both drivers and passengers and to provide a reliable alternative to traditional informal transport.
Asaak is a financial technology company that specializes in providing asset financing to mobility workers in emerging markets, primarily focusing on East Africa and Mexico. The company has developed a mobile-based microfinance platform that aims to democratize financial services and empower businesses to grow. Asaak's platform streamlines lending operations, including underwriting, application processing, investor management, and loan servicing. By offering a range of digital finance tools, Asaak enables clients to easily access financial resources, thereby enhancing their ability to reach customers and improve their operational efficiency.