Samurai Incubate
Samurai Incubate, established in 2008, is a Tokyo-based venture capital firm that invests in early-stage startups, primarily in the information and communication technology, and software-as-a-service sectors. The company operates globally, with a focus on Africa, Israel, and Japan. Samurai Incubate provides comprehensive support to its portfolio companies, offering expertise in management, marketing, sales, and human resources. The firm's mission is to help startups develop their vision, strengthen their operations, and maximize revenue potential. Samurai Incubate is known for its commitment to a code of conduct inspired by the Japanese samurai spirit, emphasizing values such as righteousness, courage, honor, and challenge.
HAKKI AFRICA
Series B in 2023
HAKKI AFRICA Co., Ltd. is a microfinance company based in Kamakura, Japan, with a focus on providing small business loans to small and medium-sized enterprises in emerging markets, particularly in Kenya. Founded in 2018, the company aims to foster independence among local businesses by offering financial support and creating sustainable systems. HAKKI AFRICA develops credit scoring technology and APIs for credit as a service, catering to the needs of microfinance institutions and gig workers in Africa. Through its services, the company facilitates access to short-term and small-size loans, enabling businesses to secure the funding necessary for their operations and growth.
Kwara GmbH is a technology company that specializes in developing a digital banking platform tailored for savings and credit co-operative societies (SACCOs). Founded in 2018 and headquartered in Berlin, Germany, with an additional office in Nairobi, Kenya, Kwara aims to modernize credit unions by providing a comprehensive cloud-based solution. The platform facilitates loan application servicing and approval for members, while also offering integration services, customer support, real-time financial tracking, and compliance assistance. Kwara's offerings include Kwara Pronto, a tool for managing loans. Currently, the company serves over 200 SACCOs across Kenya, South Africa, and the Philippines, enabling these financial institutions to enhance their operations and improve access to formal financial services.
Eden Life
Seed Round in 2021
Eden Life Inc., based in Lagos, Nigeria, specializes in tech-enabled housekeeping services for professionals. Through its online platform and mobile application, the company offers a range of services including laundry, meal preparation, house cleaning, equipment maintenance, and meal delivery. By aggregating vendors offering diverse services, Eden Life enables clients to efficiently manage their household chores.
Eden Life
Seed Round in 2020
Eden Life Inc., based in Lagos, Nigeria, specializes in tech-enabled housekeeping services for professionals. Through its online platform and mobile application, the company offers a range of services including laundry, meal preparation, house cleaning, equipment maintenance, and meal delivery. By aggregating vendors offering diverse services, Eden Life enables clients to efficiently manage their household chores.
HAKKI AFRICA
Angel Round in 2020
HAKKI AFRICA Co., Ltd. is a microfinance company based in Kamakura, Japan, with a focus on providing small business loans to small and medium-sized enterprises in emerging markets, particularly in Kenya. Founded in 2018, the company aims to foster independence among local businesses by offering financial support and creating sustainable systems. HAKKI AFRICA develops credit scoring technology and APIs for credit as a service, catering to the needs of microfinance institutions and gig workers in Africa. Through its services, the company facilitates access to short-term and small-size loans, enabling businesses to secure the funding necessary for their operations and growth.
Africa Incubator
Series A in 2018
Africa Incubator Ltd. is an IT company founded in 2015, headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, with subsidiaries in Kenya, Nigeria, and Uganda. The company specializes in developing mobile applications, particularly a sales automation software known as SENRI. This software is designed for enterprises in Africa and Japan, enabling users to monitor field staff, streamline the order process, and manage routes, customer interactions, and payments. SENRI has gained traction among manufacturing and logistics companies, particularly in the consumer goods sector, where it has helped over 50 Africa-based firms enhance their sales productivity. By providing these comprehensive sales management solutions, Africa Incubator aims to support the growth and efficiency of businesses across the continent.
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