Samurai Incubate
Samurai Incubate Co., Ltd. is a venture capital and accelerator firm based in Tokyo, Japan, founded in 2008. The firm specializes in early-stage investments, focusing on sectors such as finance, healthcare, logistics, retail, and technology, including internet of things, artificial intelligence, and blockchain. Samurai Incubate primarily invests in seed and series A rounds, targeting startups across Japan, Israel, and various African countries, including Kenya, South Africa, and Nigeria. Typical investment amounts range from JPY 5 million to JPY 50 million. In addition to financial support, the firm provides advisory services and serves as external directors for some portfolio companies, aiming to enhance their management and operational capabilities. Through its efforts, Samurai Incubate seeks to foster innovation and contribute to the growth of emerging businesses in its target regions.
Kwara GmbH is a Berlin-based company that develops a digital banking platform specifically designed for savings and credit co-operative societies (SACCOs). Founded in 2018, Kwara provides a cloud-based platform that facilitates loan application servicing and approval for members, alongside integration services, customer support, and real-time financial tracking. The platform also includes compliance services and offers a product called Kwara Pronto for managing loans. By enabling cooperative financial institutions to connect with the formal financial system, Kwara aims to bolster the financial cooperative movement, which positively impacts millions of people. The company also has an office in Nairobi, Kenya, expanding its reach and support for these communities.
HAKKI AFRICA Inc., a microfinance company, provides small amounts of business loans to small businesses in Kenya. The company was founded in 2018 and is based in Nairobi, Kenya.
QuickBus operates as an online marketplace ticketing system. QuickBus allows users to see reviews for different buses in Africa and book their seats online through its mobile application.
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