Chandaria Capital

Chandaria Capital is a venture capital firm established in 2017 and based in Nairobi, Kenya. The firm focuses on investing in innovative ideas that have the potential to transform Africa. By partnering with talented entrepreneurs, Chandaria Capital not only provides financial support but also offers mentorship and collaborative efforts to help build impactful companies. The firm's commitment to fostering entrepreneurship aims to drive positive change across the continent.

Hamza Butt

Investment Principal

Darshan Chandaria

Founder and CEO

Neer Chandaria

Co-Founder and Partner

Darshan Chandaria

Co-Founder and Managing Partner

Bhavin Shah

CFO

Past deals in Kenya

Jumba

Pre Seed Round in 2022
Jumba is a construction technology platform that streamlines B2B construction material purchases and financing. The company provides a platform that allows companies to order materials and pay for them later. Cement, steel, paint, tiles, plumbing, electrical work, glass, kitchen finishes, and bathroom finishes are all available for purchase on the platform, which is geared toward hardware retail establishments. The company is situated in Nairobi, Kenya, and was established in 2022.

Umba

Series A in 2022
umba develops a mobile application for financial services. Its tool calculates credit eligibility of customers. umba was formerly known as Mkopo Kaka. The company was founded in 2017 and is based in Nairobi, Kenya.

Craydel

Pre Seed Round in 2021
Craydel is transforming the way students and working professionals in Africa discover, compare and apply to higher education. Our online platform has thousands of quality undergraduate, postgraduate and vocational programs offering degrees, diplomas and degrees, certificates from leading universities and colleges in 15 countries around the world. Many of these programs are even available online from the comfort of your home.Craydel makes it easy for you to compare and select the programs and institutions that best fit your career goals, personality, grades and budget.

Fingo Africa

Seed Round in 2021
Fingo is a fintech startup providing digital banking services for youth. services include current accounts, money transfers, bill payments, etc., it features link-based payments, saving goals, and real-time transactions.

Fingo Africa

Seed Round in 2021
Fingo is a fintech startup providing digital banking services for youth. services include current accounts, money transfers, bill payments, etc., it features link-based payments, saving goals, and real-time transactions.

Ando

Pre Seed Round in 2021
Operator of a cloud kitchen platform intended to build food brands for delivery. The company provides food via its in-house brands on its platform and also runs a dark-kitchen model for the delivery of its in-house menu, enabling food enthusiasts to select from a range of nearby restaurants and receive quick food delivery.

Ilara Health

Series A in 2020
Ilara Health, founded in 2018 and headquartered in Nairobi, Kenya, focuses on improving healthcare access in peri-urban and rural areas by providing AI-powered diagnostic devices. The company develops miniature diagnostic tools that integrate with a proprietary technology platform, allowing primary care doctors to deliver accurate and affordable diagnostics. By leveraging existing healthcare infrastructure, Ilara Health enables healthcare providers to record patient data through an electronic medical record system, enhancing the accessibility and reliability of diagnostic services. The company aims to transform primary care in underserved regions by making essential healthcare services more efficient and effective.

Ilara Health

Seed Round in 2019
Ilara Health, founded in 2018 and headquartered in Nairobi, Kenya, focuses on improving healthcare access in peri-urban and rural areas by providing AI-powered diagnostic devices. The company develops miniature diagnostic tools that integrate with a proprietary technology platform, allowing primary care doctors to deliver accurate and affordable diagnostics. By leveraging existing healthcare infrastructure, Ilara Health enables healthcare providers to record patient data through an electronic medical record system, enhancing the accessibility and reliability of diagnostic services. The company aims to transform primary care in underserved regions by making essential healthcare services more efficient and effective.

Lynk Jobs

Venture Round in 2019
Lynk Jobs Limited operates a digital platform that connects informal workers, such as artisans and service providers, with households and businesses seeking their services. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Nairobi, Kenya, Lynk facilitates the recruitment of professionals across various categories, including cleaning, plumbing, carpentry, and wellness services. Users can describe their project needs, receive quotes from verified professionals, and manage logistics through the platform. Lynk addresses the challenges faced by informal workers by providing them with job security, fair wages, and opportunities for skill development. Additionally, the company offers training courses focused on personal and professional growth, further enhancing the capabilities of the workers in its network.

Savannah Brands

Seed Round in 2019
Savannah Brands manufactures flavoured ciders and spirit mixers in East Africa. The company offers Kenyan food cider, African tonic, hibiscus and ice tea, and organizes live music events. Savannah Brands was founded in 2017 and is based in Limuru, Kenya.

Mobius Motors

Series A in 2018
Mobius Motors Ltd. is a Kenyan company established in 2011, focused on designing, manufacturing, and selling vehicles tailored for the African mass market. The company specializes in producing affordable vehicles that cater to the unique needs of developing world consumers, particularly for transporting heavy cargo and facilitating public transport across rough and degraded terrains. By providing practical transportation solutions, Mobius Motors aims to enhance mobility in rural Africa, contributing to improved connectivity and prosperity in the region. The company is headquartered in Nairobi, Kenya.

Wasoko

Corporate Round in 2017
Sokowatch revolutionizes access to essential goods and services by connecting small shops to the digital economy. Through individual agents equipped with proprietary mobile data-collection tools, Sokowatch increases sales and market coverage for companies in emerging markets. It 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. Sokowatch evaluates retailers to provide them with access to credit and other financial services typically not available to informal businesses. Sokowatch's systems track real-time sales and orders across thousands of stores. Access to market trends and purchasing habits enables manufacturers to tailor their marketing strategies and allows Sokowatch to offer personalized promotions and business insights to individual retailers.

ZUMI

Seed Round in 2017
ZUMI, founded in 2016 and headquartered in Nairobi, Kenya, operates as an online magazine and a retail platform focusing on fashion, beauty, food, and lifestyle. The company connects apparel wholesalers with retailers, particularly empowering women entrepreneurs by offering technology, logistics, and financial services. ZUMI enables retailers to place orders through SMS, phone calls, or via ZUMI Agents, ensuring a seamless ordering process. Orders are collected from suppliers each morning, and logistics partners deliver products to customers within 18 hours of ordering. Payment is facilitated through mobile money, making the process efficient and accessible. Through its dual focus on content and commerce, ZUMI aims to provide a transparent and affordable marketplace for its users.

Lynk Jobs

Seed Round in 2017
Lynk Jobs Limited operates a digital platform that connects informal workers, such as artisans and service providers, with households and businesses seeking their services. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Nairobi, Kenya, Lynk facilitates the recruitment of professionals across various categories, including cleaning, plumbing, carpentry, and wellness services. Users can describe their project needs, receive quotes from verified professionals, and manage logistics through the platform. Lynk addresses the challenges faced by informal workers by providing them with job security, fair wages, and opportunities for skill development. Additionally, the company offers training courses focused on personal and professional growth, further enhancing the capabilities of the workers in its network.

KOKO Networks

Seed Round in 2017
KOKO Networks Ltd is a technology company founded in 2014 and headquartered in Nairobi, Kenya. It operates in emerging markets, particularly in East Africa and India, focusing on smart commerce solutions. KOKO Networks offers a unique platform that connects suppliers, retailers, and customers, facilitating the delivery of various consumer and business services aimed at enhancing urban life in Africa. By leveraging its technology, KOKO Networks aims to improve accessibility and efficiency in commerce, contributing to the development of urban economies in the region.

KOKO Networks

Funding Round in 2015
KOKO Networks Ltd is a technology company founded in 2014 and headquartered in Nairobi, Kenya. It operates in emerging markets, particularly in East Africa and India, focusing on smart commerce solutions. KOKO Networks offers a unique platform that connects suppliers, retailers, and customers, facilitating the delivery of various consumer and business services aimed at enhancing urban life in Africa. By leveraging its technology, KOKO Networks aims to improve accessibility and efficiency in commerce, contributing to the development of urban economies in the region.
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