Standard Bank Group

M-Kopa Kenya Limited is a leading provider of solar home systems, specializing in pay-as-you-go energy services for off-grid customers. Founded in 2011 and based in Nairobi, Kenya, M-Kopa began commercial operations in 2012 and has since expanded its reach to Uganda and Tanzania. The company offers a range of solar products, including systems that provide lighting, phone charging, and solar-powered radios, which are sold through over 1,000 retail agents and shops. M-Kopa utilizes a proprietary technology platform that integrates mobile payments and IoT connectivity, allowing customers without credit histories to access essential products and services. With a dedicated team of over 500 staff, the company is committed to delivering innovative solutions that meet the needs of underserved communities, continually improving its offerings through data-driven insights and customer relationship management.

Westfalia Fruit is a multinational supplier of fresh fruit and related processed​ products to international markets. Part of the Hans Merensky Holdings Group, Westfalia grows, sources and ripens, packs, processes and markets sustainably-grown avocados year round. Its vertically-integrated supply chain enables Westfalia to market quality fruit from across the globe.

Perseus Mining Limited (ASX/TSX Code: PRU) has forged a reputation as one of the world's most successful gold explorers. Focused on under-explored gold belts in West Africa, they achieved their goal to become a gold producer in 2011 and started commercial production on 1 January 2012. Their Edikan Gold Mine (EGM) in Ghana, formerly referred to as the Central Ashanti Gold Project (CAGP) and Ayanfuri, has 5.25 million ounces of Measured and Indicated gold resources, including reserves of 2.36 Moz gold, and 2.17Moz Inferred gold resources. A revised Feasibility Study for their second major project, Sissingué in Côte d’Ivoire, released in April 2015, confirmed it as a technically feasible and economically robust project. Perseus is targeting the start of construction at Sissingué in the September quarter of 2015, with the first gold pour within 14 months. Perseus is highly motivated to minimize investment and maximize cash flow in order to improve shareholder returns while becoming West Africa’s next multi-mine gold producer. The Company has an experienced and focused board and management team with a track record of strong organic growth through exploration success.

Trevali Mining Corporation is a base-metals mining company focused on the acquisition, exploration, development, and production of mineral properties, primarily targeting zinc, lead, silver, gold, and copper deposits. The company operates several mines, including the Perkoa Mine in Burkina Faso, the Rosh Pinah Mine in Namibia, the Caribou Mine in New Brunswick, Canada, and the Santander Mine in Peru. The Santander Mine produces zinc and lead-silver concentrates at a capacity of 2,000 tonnes per day, while the Caribou Mine is undergoing commissioning with a planned capacity of 3,000 tonnes per day. Trevali Mining generates revenue primarily through the sale of zinc and lead-silver concentrates. Established in 1964 and headquartered in Vancouver, Canada, the company was formerly known as Trevali Resources Corp.

Tripplo is a logistics software platform focused on automating and optimizing operations for transporters, cargo owners, and cargo brokers in Africa. The platform provides small and medium transporters with essential tools for efficient end-to-end management of trucking operations, encompassing all stages from on-loading to offloading. Users can manage fleet information in compliance with industry requirements, plan trips in detail, and predict trip profitability. Additionally, Tripplo enables real-time tracking of business performance during trips and offers performance analytics, which helps transporters enhance profitability, improve compliance, and achieve better management of their operations.

Rewire Ltd., a remittance company, provides money transfer services from Israel to internationally. It offers services that enable users to create a remittance order on their mobile phone/computer; deposit money to their Rewire's account (online, cash, and post office); and get notification when the beneficiary receives funds. The company’s services allow users to send money from Israel to the Philippines, India, Thailand, Nepal, Sri Lanka, and Russia. Rewire Ltd. was founded in 2015 and is based in Modi'in-Maccabim-Re'ut, Israel.

Greenlight Planet Inc. develops and manufactures solar lighting and energy devices aimed at underserved populations. Founded in 2009 and based in Chicago, Illinois, with offices in Mumbai and Nairobi, the company designs products like the Sun King solar lamps and home energy systems. These products are distributed through a network of partners, including micro-finance institutions and local micro-entrepreneurs, enhancing accessibility to affordable solar energy solutions. Greenlight Planet's mission focuses on delivering reliable and cost-effective home energy products to improve the living conditions of households in the developing world. The company operates in various countries across Africa and India, ensuring a broad reach for its innovative solar technologies.

HelloChoice is digital trading and auction platform that is transforming the agricultural trade by directly connecting Farmers and Buyers.

Nomanini SA (Pty) Ltd operates a platform that facilitates the sale of prepaid products, such as airtime, electricity, and insurance, primarily targeting informal markets. Founded in 2010 and based in Cape Town, South Africa, the company provides terminals used by informal retailers, such as street vendors and share-taxi drivers, to sell prepaid vouchers and generate ongoing profits. Nomanini's platform connects merchants, distributors, and service providers through an interoperable merchant wallet, enabling efficient transactions and data collection. This data offers insights for loans and savings accumulation, ultimately enhancing profitability for all participants in the informal retail ecosystem. By integrating payments, working capital, and data analytics, Nomanini transforms any mobile device into a retail point-of-sale system, improving the accessibility of digital finance for informal merchants and their customers.

TradeSafe is an independent online financial escrow platform based in South Africa, designed to ensure secure and successful transactions between individuals and other parties. The platform acts as a trusted third party by safeguarding buyers' funds and documentation until both parties are satisfied with the transaction terms. This approach helps reduce the risks of fraud and bad debt, as well as mitigates potential misrepresentation. By providing financial protection throughout the transaction process, TradeSafe enables clients to conduct their dealings with confidence and security.

Airports Company of South Africa Limited operates nine of South Africa’s airports. Its head office is in the Maples Office Park.

Payment24 Pty Ltd. is a payment solutions provider based in Cape Town, South Africa, with additional operations in Berlin. Founded in 2014, the company specializes in developing and operating a card and mobile payment platform that focuses on fleet fuel management. Payment24 offers technology solutions that include fleet card systems for oil companies and auto dealerships, as well as various mobile and retail payment solutions. The company's innovations aim to enhance efficiency in fuel management, combat fuel fraud, and provide advanced payment options for clients. With a global reach, Payment24 is positioned as a key player in the international fuel payment solutions market.

Nomanini SA (Pty) Ltd operates a platform that facilitates the sale of prepaid products, such as airtime, electricity, and insurance, primarily targeting informal markets. Founded in 2010 and based in Cape Town, South Africa, the company provides terminals used by informal retailers, such as street vendors and share-taxi drivers, to sell prepaid vouchers and generate ongoing profits. Nomanini's platform connects merchants, distributors, and service providers through an interoperable merchant wallet, enabling efficient transactions and data collection. This data offers insights for loans and savings accumulation, ultimately enhancing profitability for all participants in the informal retail ecosystem. By integrating payments, working capital, and data analytics, Nomanini transforms any mobile device into a retail point-of-sale system, improving the accessibility of digital finance for informal merchants and their customers.

KudiGo offers a mobile based integrated retail, accounting, payments and analytics engine for informal consumer retailers in Africa. Our solution enables users to leverage on innovative technology in gaining oversight of their business, adopt efficient book-keeping practices and become financial inclusive. We also leverages on big data and blockchain to enable transparency and allow for real-time oversight my manufacturers and distributors within our niche market.

Rewire Ltd., a remittance company, provides money transfer services from Israel to internationally. It offers services that enable users to create a remittance order on their mobile phone/computer; deposit money to their Rewire's account (online, cash, and post office); and get notification when the beneficiary receives funds. The company’s services allow users to send money from Israel to the Philippines, India, Thailand, Nepal, Sri Lanka, and Russia. Rewire Ltd. was founded in 2015 and is based in Modi'in-Maccabim-Re'ut, Israel.

Way2vat is a technology company focused on simplifying the value-added tax (VAT) reclaim process for businesses operating internationally. By utilizing patented AI technology, Way2vat offers a B2B2E application that streamlines VAT reclaims, which often remain unclaimed due to complex bureaucratic procedures and a lack of awareness among businesses. The company targets a significant market, estimated at $20 billion in unclaimed foreign business VAT annually, and operates across various regions, including Europe, Asia-Pacific, Africa, and the Middle East. The platform enables business travelers to easily scan travel invoices with a smartphone, facilitating automated reporting and reimbursement, along with comprehensive travel reports. Through its innovative solutions, Way2vat aims to enhance corporate financial efficiency and support companies in navigating the intricacies of VAT compliance.

Developer of mobile payment application designed to help users make quick and easy payments through their mobile phones. The company's application services include easy signup, easy payment reconciliation and payment notification thereby, enabling users to make easy payments for purchasing goods and services online.

Firepay was formed in 2013 to apply new mobile payments technology to build innovative products.

As the first independent tower company in Africa, Helios Towers Africa has been built from the ground up to provide passive infrastructure services in the fastest growing continent in the world. Seven of the world's ten fastest-growing economies are African. We have established one of Africa’s most extensive tower networks with more than 6,500 towers over four markets.

Helios Towers Tanzania Ltd specializes in the project planning, operation, management, and leasing of communication towers. The company provides co-location and build-to-suit services, catering to a diverse range of wireless operators, including those using GSM, CDMA, and WIMAX technologies across 2G, 3G, and 4G platforms. Based in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, Helios Towers Tanzania operates as a subsidiary of Helios Towers Africa Limited.

Way2vat is a technology company focused on simplifying the value-added tax (VAT) reclaim process for businesses operating internationally. By utilizing patented AI technology, Way2vat offers a B2B2E application that streamlines VAT reclaims, which often remain unclaimed due to complex bureaucratic procedures and a lack of awareness among businesses. The company targets a significant market, estimated at $20 billion in unclaimed foreign business VAT annually, and operates across various regions, including Europe, Asia-Pacific, Africa, and the Middle East. The platform enables business travelers to easily scan travel invoices with a smartphone, facilitating automated reporting and reimbursement, along with comprehensive travel reports. Through its innovative solutions, Way2vat aims to enhance corporate financial efficiency and support companies in navigating the intricacies of VAT compliance.

PayBox Payment Solutions Ltd. operates a social payment network that streamlines group payments through its platform, designed primarily for millennials and Generation Y. Established in 2014 and headquartered in Rishon LeZion, Israel, PayBox allows users—such as event organizers and community groups—to collect, manage, and spend money collaboratively for various activities, including social events and shared living expenses. The service includes a smartphone application that facilitates immediate and secure fund transfers and purchases. Recognized as the most promising FinTech startup in Israel in 2015, PayBox received seed investment from Bank Poalim, the largest bank in Israel, highlighting its potential in the financial technology sector.

Moven is a financial technology company founded in 2011 and headquartered in New York, United States. It specializes in providing a mobile money-management application designed to modernize banking for the digital age. Moven's platform allows banks and non-bank partners to enhance their customer acquisition, engagement, and retention strategies. Through its app, debit card, and contactless payment sticker, Moven delivers real-time spending insights that encourage users to make more informed financial decisions and save effectively. The company offers a range of data-driven services and patented digital financial wellness tools that transform user engagement into actionable insights, ultimately aiming to improve customers' overall financial health.