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Designed to foster knowledge-sharing and collaboration among entrepreneurs and professionals throughout Africa, it allows paid virtual sessions with various experts.
Entourage, a digital platform developed by a Beninese startup, allows entrepreneurs and professionals to book paid virtual sessions with experts across various sectors in Africa.
Launched in September 2024 by Raodath Aminou, the platform has already attracted more than 500 users. "In African environments, access to knowledge remains limited because the culture of sharing is still underdeveloped. It's essential to overcome these challenges to broaden the dissemination of knowledge and contribute to building a more prosperous Africa," said Raodath Aminou.
Unlike many modern solutions, Entourage doesn't have a mobile app. Users visit the web platform to explore expert profiles and book sessions. Experts are categorized into business development, career development, and sectoral insights.
During these virtual sessions, users can discuss a variety of topics with their chosen experts to find quick solutions to their challenges. Professionals can explore career options, seek guidance based on their qualifications, skills, aspirations, and experiences. Entrepreneurs, on the other hand, can receive valuable advice on growing their businesses or launching new projects. Entourage offers session lengths of 15, 30, 45, and 60 minutes.
A key feature of the booking process is that users provide the expert with sample questions in advance, helping the expert better understand the client's expectations. After booking, both parties receive a confirmation email with all the relevant details, followed by a reminder email the day before the session. At the end of the coaching session, both the user and the expert rate each other.
Stanislas Zézé, CEO of Bloomfield Investment Corporation and one of Entourage's featured experts, emphasized the importance of mentorship: "Mentorship is essential to guide young entrepreneurs because those who have already started businesses better understand the challenges of the business world."
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Launched in 2017, the solution aims to facilitate economic exchanges between Niger and its neighboring countries.
MyNita is a fintech solution developed by Niger Transfert d’Argent (Nita). It enables users to perform money transfers, payments, and bank transactions. Founded in 2017, the company is headquartered in Niamey, Niger, and is led by CEO Mahatan Cheferou.
The platform features a mobile application available on both iOS and Android, with over 100,000 downloads on the Play Store. Users can create an account by providing their personal information, a crucial step since the app was certified compliant with the Central Bank of West African States (BCEAO) regulations in May.
"NITA has implemented a robust client identification system, which is a key requirement of the BCEAO for all financial institutions operating in the West African Economic and Monetary Union (WAEMU) zone. This system ensures not only security but also integrity and transparency in financial transactions," according to the company’s press release.
Once registered, users can access a variety of services, including bill payments, purchasing goods within Niger, and buying airtime from telecom operators. For money transfers, users can send funds to another MyNita user or to individuals without an account. Recipients without the app can withdraw funds from a Nita agency using the transaction reference number.
The app’s dashboard allows users to track all transactions, giving them full visibility of their digital wallet activities. Transfer fees vary by country and city, and the app provides access to a list of Nita agencies within the WAEMU region, where MyNita is operational.
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Telemedicine is well-suited for non-urgent medical conditions. It helps avoid long waiting lines and is increasingly becoming a preferred alternative across the continent, especially with the growth of the technological ecosystem.
Medikea is a digital health solution developed by a Tanzanian startup to provide users with access to online consultations through its mobile platform. Founded in 2020 by Desire Ruhinda, Elvis Silayo, and John Manko, the startup is based in Dar es Salaam.
"All of Medikea Doctors are licensed and registered with the Medical Council of Tanganyika (MCT), the organisation responsible for overseeing medical doctors in Tanzania. They have experience in treating a wide range of conditions and can assist with almost anything your regular doctor could handle in a clinic or hospital," the startup explains.
The Medikea app, available on iOS and Android, has been downloaded over 500 times according to Play Store data. Users create an account to access the healthtech services. For online consultations, users schedule an appointment through the platform. The consultation takes place via video call, where users describe their symptoms to the doctors, much like in a traditional consultation.
If the doctor has enough information to make a diagnosis, they prescribe the appropriate treatment. If not, the patient is referred to a clinic for further examination. In addition to online consultations, Medikea offers medication delivery and at-home lab tests. However, these two services are currently only available in the city of Dar es Salaam.
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Designed to expand credit access for African immigrants, it enables money transfers to approximately 20 African countries.
Kredete is a fintech solution developed by a Nigerian startup designed specifically for African immigrants in North America. The platform enables users to send money to over 20 African countries and establish a credit score.
Built on blockchain technology, Kredete ensures that all financial transactions are secure and efficient. For money transfers, the platform uses stablecoins, significantly reducing transfer fees. Launched in 2023 by Adeola Adedewe, Kredete secured $2.25 million in funding last August to enhance its technology and expand into new African markets.
According to Adedewe, "Kredete is more than just a remittance service; it’s a gateway to financial inclusion for African immigrants in the diaspora.”
“[...] Our goal is to empower our users to build a secure financial future, no matter where they are migrating into," he added.
Kredete is available as a mobile app on iOS and Android, with over 100,000 downloads on the Play Store. After downloading, users can create an account and access the platform. Users can then fund their multi-currency digital wallet to make various financial transactions.
On the mobile platform, users can transfer funds between digital wallets, send money to mobile money accounts in supported African countries, or make bank transfers. Each transaction contributes to building the user's credit score. Kredete updates user data with every transaction. Additionally, the startup offers a referral program that rewards users with up to $20 for each person they refer.
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As a super apps, MoyaApp offers a range of services, including payment processing, instant messaging, and entertainment options.
MoyaApp is a digital solution developed by the South African company Datafree Africa. Launched in 2019 by Gour Lentell, it allows users to access a variety of services through its mobile application. The super app is available on both iOS and Android platforms, where it has been downloaded over 10 million times, according to Play Store data. After downloading, users create an account to access the various services offered by the app. These services include chatting with friends, accessing live football scores, staying updated with the latest news, and making online payments.
One of the key features of MoyaApp is that users do not need mobile data to send text and voice messages. However, sending attachments requires mobile data. The startup explains this by stating that attachments require much more data than text messages, and if all media messages were free, MoyaApp would not have the capacity to keep the lights on.
Regarding other features of the super app, the startup has partnered with various companies. For instance, it has teamed up with Flash Score to provide live football scores. Access to these third-party applications requires “Prepaid Access,” which means paying for the content via MoyaApp.
"Prepaid access means that you as the user will pay for the content you want to see for how long you would like to see it. The prepaid content apps are datafree, therefore you do not need data to open Flash Score or apps that are prepaid as you only pay for the content you want to see," explains the startup.
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The solution aims to simplify administrative procedures for the Congolese population.
Mokanda is a digital solution developed by the Congolese company Afrique Digital, to streamline civil status procedures for residents of the Democratic Republic of Congo. Launched in April 2024, the platform aims to make accessing essential documents easier for Congolese citizens.
Currently, Mokanda is a web-based platform with no mobile app. Users can create an account by visiting the website and providing the necessary information. Once registered, they can access various civil status services, including birth certificates, certificates of good conduct, residence certificates, and family composition certificates.
It also allows users to track the progress of their applications remotely and make payments using bank cards or mobile money. After completing the application process, users can collect their documents from the local municipal office or opt for home delivery. A fee is charged for home delivery.
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Designed to help business leaders expand into African countries, it facilitates the obtention of various licenses, tax management, and recruitment.
Sidebrief is a digital solution developed by a Nigerian startup that enables users to establish businesses online in 16 countries across Africa. The Lagos-based startup was founded in 2021 by Eunice Olopade (photo, center), Usman Sotunde, and Abdulwaheed Yusuf (photo, left).
“There was no single platform where you could get information about access into the African market. If you wanted to get into the African market today and you had the intention to enter five countries, you’ll have to interface with multiple lawyers, multiple advisors, multiple regulatory bodies to be able to set up across these different markets,” explained Eunice Olopade.
Sidebrief does not have a mobile app; instead, users access the platform through its website. After creating an account and entering their personal information, they can begin using the startup's services. With just a few clicks, users select the country where their business will be based, fill out the necessary forms, upload the required documents, and pay the associated fees.
The fees vary by country. For example, it costs $800 with a 7-day processing time to establish a business in Rwanda, while in Ghana, the fees are $5,000 for a 14-day processing period. In addition to business registration, Sidebrief assists with obtaining licenses, recruiting employees, managing taxes, and protecting assets.
Since its launch, the startup claims to register over a thousand businesses each month. In January 2023, it was selected to participate in the inaugural cohort of the ARM Labs Lagos Techstars Accelerator.
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Designed to make event organization easier for promoters, the online ticketing solution includes both management and marketing features.
South African startup Howler has developed a digital solution that allows event organizers to set up secure online ticketing for various events. Founded in 2014 in Johannesburg by Scott Witters, Shai Evian, Simon Powell-Jackson and Steven Cuzen, the company offers a comprehensive platform for event management.
Howler's solution includes an app available on iOS and Android, which has been downloaded over 10,000 times. The app enables on-site ticket verification through QR code scanning or participant searches using email, name or ID number. Most ticketing processes, however, take place on the web platform.
Event promoters create an account on Howler's web platform by providing personal information. They can then create custom events and sell tickets through the system. The solution caters to a wide range of events, including concerts, festivals, sporting events and exhibitions. It allows promoters to market their events, offer various payment options to customers and access management tools from their dashboard to adjust marketing strategies as needed. Its team also handles ticket delivery and other services.
Since its launch, Howler has issued more than 2.5 million tickets, processed over 10 million cashless transactions, and generated more than 1.5 billion rand ($83.2 million).
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In line with its mission to pioneer a sound financial ecosystem that benefits everyone, Zofi Cash helps employees manage emergencies and unexpected situations.
Zofi Cash is a fintech solution developed by a Ugandan startup that enables users, specifically company employees, to receive salary advances to address financial emergencies before payday. Founded in 2021 by Paul Kirungi and Gordon Turibamwe, the Kampala-based startup offers up to 50% of a user's salary as salary advance.
"The traditional 30-day pay cycle can leave people without funds during unexpected expenses and emergencies. Zofi Cash solves this problem by providing early access to wages, allowing employees to address immediate needs without waiting until the end of the month for payday," Zofi Cash explains.
Its digital solution includes a mobile app available on both iOS and Android, which has already been downloaded more than 50,000 times, according to Play Store statistics. Users must create an account with their personal information to access the fintech's services, and it is important to note that the user's employer must have a partnership with Zofi Cash.
In May 2023, it raised $1 million from Advancly, a business-to-business financing firm operating in six African countries, to support its growth.
Commenting on the funding round, Lotanna Julian, co-founder of Advancly, said, "Cash flow management is as important as earning money itself. The work that Zofi Cash is doing connects to our ultimate goal of building the rail tracks for a more robust financial ecosystem that delivers prosperity for all."
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Founded by three tech entrepreneurs, the solution digitizes insurance brokerage services, making it easier for people to find the right insurance policy
Amenli is a digital solution created by an Egyptian startup that helps users find the most suitable insurance policies tailored to their needs. Founded in 2020 in Cairo by Adham Nauman, Omar Ezz El Din, and Shady El Tohfa, the startup aims to protect individuals and businesses from unexpected costs and incidents. In October 2023, Amenli secured $1 million in funding to support its growth.
Commenting on the funding round, Shady El Tohfa said, "The backing of these prominent investors, who all possess extensive experience in the tech and insurance sectors regionally and globally, has reinforced our belief in the strength of our vision and in moving forward with our plans for Amenli’s expansion and growth."
The solution offers a mobile app available on both iOS and Android, which has been downloaded over a thousand times, according to Play Store data. Users can create an account to access Amenli's services, which include a variety of insurance policies such as health, car, home, and business insurance.
With just a few clicks on the web or mobile platform, users can obtain quotes or subscribe to policies that meet their needs. Amenli claims the insurance policies provided are the best options available from partner insurance companies. Additionally, Amenli manages claims with insurance companies on behalf of its clients.
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Founded by two tech entrepreneurs, it aims to simplify the shopping experience for students.
Chao, a Nigerian startup founded in 2022 by Gift Akobundu and Melvin Senne-Aya, enables users, particularly students, to order food, groceries, and medications for delivery directly to their university campus.
The startup was born out of the founders' observation that there was no efficient way for students to order meals from nearby stores, as no food delivery platform operated in the area. Akobundu, a software engineer, began engaging with restaurant owners to better understand their business operations and explore potential solutions.
“It was not possible to efficiently order meals from stores because no food delivery platform operated within campus environs. I began talking with restaurants to gain deeper insights into their individual business operations, understanding what it would take to solve the problem as a software engineer – not just for users, but also for the stores,” Akobundu told Disrupt Africa.
Chao's solution features a mobile app available on both iOS and Android platforms. Users can create an account and access partner restaurants, grocery stores, and pharmacies. They can then place orders for cooked meals, groceries, or medications to be delivered to their location.
After launching its beta service, Chao decided to expand its offerings beyond prepared meals to meet the diverse needs of its target market.
The startup currently boasts over 3,000 users and serves two campuses: Babcock University and the University of Port Harcourt. Chao aims to expand to other communities within the next 24 months.
In 2023, Chao was recognized for its achievements, winning the eCommerce award at the Wema Bank Hackathon and Grand Summit. In 2024, the startup further solidified its success by winning at Markhack 3.0, organized by Eko Innovation Centre and GDM Group. This accolade earned Chao $1,000 in Amazon credits, a $50,000 seed investment from Eko Innovation Centre, and a three-month acceleration program valued at $10,000.
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Many African populations lack access to traditional banking services. As a result, fintech solutions are growing in popularity across the continent. These solutions provide alternative ways to access financial services.
PaySika, a fintech startup based in Douala, Cameroon, provides users with access to online financial services through a smartphone app.
Founded in 2020 by Roger Nengwe Ntafam and Stezen Bisselou, it aims to create affordable, seamless, and transparent banking experiences, with a focus on simplifying online payments.
The mobile app, available on iOS and Android platforms, has garnered over 50,000 downloads on the Play Store. Through that app, users can create an account within minutes to access various services.
PaySika offers virtual and physical cards, allowing users to receive payments from PayPal, trading platforms, online betting, royalties from YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and many others.
The service enables purchases at local and international stores, ATM withdrawals worldwide, and card management features such as blocking, unblocking, deleting, or setting spending limits.
It charges 1% on online payments and ATM withdrawals, and 2% for international transactions and mobile money withdrawals. However, it does not charge for alerts, monthly management fees, or card maintenance.
The minimum recharge amount is XOF100 ($0.16), with a minimum withdrawal of XOF600.
In August 2024, PaySika was named among the twelve finalists in the Ecobank Fintech Challenge.
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The name M-Shule, means 'mobile school' in Swahili, a widely spoken language in East Africa. It has transformed online learning on the continent, especially in several countries within the East African region.
M-Shule is a digital platform created by a Kenyan startup to enable access to online courses in East Africa. Founded in 2017 by Claire Mongeau and Julie Otieno, the Nairobi-based startup targets underserved populations, particularly in regions where 80% of the population lacks smartphones or internet access.
The platform is designed to educate, engage, assess, and survey hard-to-reach populations in Africa, especially in areas where most people do not have smartphones or internet access.
“[...] By delivering an all-in-one learning platform possible with the simplest feature phone, M-Shule unlocks new opportunities for millions across Sub-Saharan Africa," the startup explains.
Users can initiate conversations with M-Shule from their mobile phones, asking questions to deepen their understanding of specific course topics. The platform tailors responses based on the user's previously provided education level, allowing them to learn at their own pace. If a concept is unclear, users can request further explanations, with responses available at any time.
Primary school students can use M-Shule to review courses in English, Kiswahili, and mathematics. Parents can monitor their children's progress from registration onward through automated reports sent via SMS to their phones. "Our student users have improved their classroom exam scores between 7%-20% higher than their peers; schools report their classroom planning and administration have improved thanks to our analytics, reporting, and remedial guidance," the startup notes.
In addition to supporting students, M-Shule facilitates surveys and awareness campaigns via SMS. The platform currently serves over 45,000 learners and operates not only in Kenya but also in Tanzania and Uganda. Educational support is provided in seven languages: Dholuo, English, Kamba, Kikuyu, Kiswahili, Ng'aturkana, and Somali.
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Born out of the notice that informal markets, often referred to as 'souks' or 'dukas' in Ethiopia, are underserved by traditional market players and distributors. The solution aims to bridge this gap.
Jemla is a business-to-business e-commerce platform developed by an Ethiopian startup that enables informal shop owners to source supplies from distributors of fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG). Founded in 2019 by Estephanos Zewdie and based in Addis Ababa, the startup aims to empower informal businesses by enhancing their operations and financial stability.
"Part of our mission is to provide retailers with access to essential financial services. We understand the importance of financial empowerment in driving business growth and sustainability," the startup states.
Jemla's solution is accessible through a mobile application available exclusively on Android. Users can create an account to connect with various suppliers on the platform. Depending on their inventory needs, they can place orders and receive deliveries the next day directly to their shops. This system ensures that retailers maintain adequate stock levels to consistently meet customer demand.
In addition to its core services, Jemla offers supplementary support. The startup collects data from each shop to provide financing options, credit facilities, or deferred payment plans. "We plan to leverage the transaction data from these retailers to facilitate access to 'Buy Now, Pay Later' (BNPL) services and financial products from banks and financial institutions, thereby improving their cash flow and financial stability," explains Estephanos Zewdie.
Currently operating solely in Addis Ababa, Jemla serves over 12,000 retailers on its platform. However, the startup has no immediate plans for expansion beyond its local market, focusing instead on replicating its successful model in other cities across Ethiopia.
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