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On this week's episode of #Founders52, we featured Mohamed Maged, Co-Founder & CEO, mtor! 🌟
motr is an online marketplace revolutionizing the automotive aftermarket industry. Maged shared insights on his entrepreneurial journey of "Revolutionizing Traditional Marketplaces with Tech," exploring how technology transforms and enhances traditional marketplaces.
If you missed this inspiring and informative episode, be sure to catch the replay!
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On this week's episode of #Founders52, we featured Ahmed Mahmoud, Founder & CEO of DXwand! 🌟
Ahmed shared his incredible journey from leading digital transformations at global giants like Microsoft and Vodafone to founding DXwand, a company revolutionizing AI technology. We delved into the strategies and insights that have enabled DXwand to secure over $6 million in funding. Ahmed's story and the groundbreaking AI solutions his company is developing are reshaping industries and bridging the technological gap in the region.
If you missed this inspiring and informative episode, be sure to catch the replay!
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On this week's episode of #Founders52, BezoMoney Founder and CEO Mubarak Sumaila, a fintech trailblazer backed by Google and Techstars, joined us for an inspiring session.
We explored Mubarak's journey of building BezoMoney, a digital bank for Africa's unbanked, and learned how empathy drove his mission to empower marginalized communities through inclusive financial solutions! 💡
Don't miss out—listen in now and be inspired by Mubarak's incredible story and vision! 🎧
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🎙 Tune in to our latest episode 33 featuring Bassam Sharkawy, Co-Founder & CEO of Sprints!
Embark on a journey to uncover the strategies for closing the Tech Talent Gap in Emerging Markets with Bassam, a seasoned entrepreneur and Co-founder at Sprints.
With over 13 years of entrepreneurial experience, Bassam has been a driving force behind FDA-approved healthtech products in the US.
Join us as we delve into how Bassam's entrepreneurial journey has led to the creation of Sprints, an innovative solution reshaping tech education and employment in the MEA region.
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We are thrilled to invite you to the upcoming live session of the Founders52 podcast series Ep32, where we will be featuring Ope Onaboye, Co-Founder & CEO of Renda Africa.
Episode Details:
Guest Founder: Ope Onaboye
Startup Name: Renda Africa
Topic: Building a successful tech business in Africa
About Renda Africa:
Renda is a pioneering technology solution that revolutionizes access to end-to-end fulfilment infrastructure, empowering enterprise and e-commerce businesses to scale across Africa effortlessly.
From flexible storage and inventory management to seamless order fulfillment and cash collection, Renda streamlines operations, expands market reach, and drives profitability for businesses across the continent.
Since its inception in January 2021, Renda has rapidly expanded its footprint, serving 15 states in Nigeria and achieving an impressive 450% year-on-year growth.
Key Highlights:
Pre-Seed Round: Recently secured $1.9M from prominent investors including Founders Factory Africa, Techstars Toronto, Magic Fund, and Ingressive Capital.
As legendary investor Peter Thiel vividly said, "All happy companies are different: each one earns a monopoly by solving a unique problem. All failed companies are the same: they failed to escape competition."
In this captivating episode, we will delve into the secrets behind Ope's entrepreneurial journey and explore the key factors that contribute to building a thriving tech business in Africa.
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Episode Details:
Founder Guest: Omar Alami, Founder, ORA Technologies
Date: Wednesday, 24th April 2024
Topic: Building Resilience in Tech Entrepreneurship
About ORA Technologies:
Omar Alami (CEO) founded the ORA app in 2023, which offers a variety of features, such as P2P transactions, an e-commerce platform, on-demand services, chat functionality, and social networking.
Omar has revolutionised the digital arena with ORA Maroc, a super app designed to meet the everyday needs of Moroccan consumers. From a successful local pre-seed funding round to raising $1.5 million in Seed funding, Omar's journey is a testament to the strong market confidence in his vision.
With over 300,000 downloads, the app provides several services on one platform, including buying and selling goods, engaging in chat conversations, connecting socially with friends and family, and food delivery.
Join us to learn how Omar's strategic foresight and resilience have propelled ORA Technologies to the forefront of Morocco's tech scene.
Don’t miss out on this captivating episode that delves deep into the challenges and triumphs of building a super app tailored to the needs of Moroccan consumers.
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Embark on a journey of innovation and impact with us this week on the Founders52 Series! Join us as we shine a spotlight on Siham Elmejjad, an engineer turned entrepreneur, and the Founder & CEO of Tookeez.
Siham, alongside her team, is revolutionizing loyalty marketing and technology, paving the way for inclusive digital solutions for brands and consumers alike.
Tune in to discover how Siham's strategic vision and unwavering determination have propelled Tookeez to success, reshaping Africa's rewards ecosystem along the way, and their journey into raising $1.5m in funding! -
Africa's population is booming, set to surpass India and China by 2050, reaching 2.4 billion. With over 60% of Africans under 30, the continent holds immense potential for today's job market driven by innovation.
📉 Yet, Africa grapples with unemployment rates ranging from 17% to 35%. Finding the right talent remains a challenge for recruiters amidst a rapidly changing work environment and technological advancements.
💼 Shortlist steps in as a game-changer! Co-founded by Paul Breloff, Shortlistis revolutionizing hiring by matching top talent with the right organizations, empowering African youth to thrive in the job market.🚀 Listen to our chat with Paul, as we explore Africa's talent landscape and uncover how Shortlist is paving the way for job-ready youth.
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Join us, this week as we chat with Bram Willem van den Bosch and Lillian Nassanga Musoke Co-Founders, Emata, the driving forces behind Emata.
Founded in 2020 in Kampala, Uganda, Emata is revolutionising the way smallholder farmers in Africa access financing.
Their loans are specifically designed to empower farmers to invest in their farms and increase their revenue.
Emata makes this possible by utilising end-to-end digital processes, AI-powered alternative credit-scoring and partnerships with agricultural intermediaries like cooperatives and aggregators.
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Learn about the future of workplace solutions with Jackson Kibigo, Co-Founder & COO, Workpay
Workpay: Transforming Payroll in Emerging Markets
Launched in 2019, Workpay is at the forefront of revolutionizing HR payroll tech solutions. In a landscape marked by a surge in small and medium-sized businesses, Workpay empowers employers and businesses to seamlessly track, process payroll, and disburse salaries through banks and mobile wallets.
Market Opportunity & Vision
With the growing awareness of HR payroll tech solutions in emerging markets, Workpay is strategically positioned to tap into this burgeoning market. The startup offers a comprehensive suite of tools that enables clients to pay salaries in local currencies across Africa and beyond.
Its innovative platform goes beyond payroll, extending to tax filing, employee benefits processing, and efficient time and attendance management.
Beyond Payroll: Financial Services Integration
Workpay isn't just about payroll; it's a holistic solution. The platform is expanding its horizons by adding financial services, including linkages to investment accounts, medical and asset insurance, and earned-wage access for employees dealing with emergencies or bills.
Y-Combinator Alumni & Funding Success:
As part of the prestigious Y-Combinator African cohort, Workpay has carved its path to success. Having secured over $4M in funding, the startup is making waves in the fintech landscape.
Join us to dive deep into the journey of Workpay and explore the future of workplace innovations of HR, payroll, and financial services in emerging markets. -
🚀 Join us for Founders52 Ep23 with Ben Lyon 🌍
This week, we're thrilled to host Ben Lyon, a true fintech visionary. Ben's entrepreneurial journey spans over 13 years, and he's made an indelible mark in the fintech realm.
Meet our guest:
🚀 Co-founder of Kopo Kopo Inc, a fintech startup that revolutionized digital payments and enabled small and medium businesses in Kenya to thrive.
🚀 Co-founder of Hover, another fintech innovation that showcases his exceptional problem-solving skills.
🚀 The mastermind behind DFS Lab, an incubator that nurtures fintech talent and drives innovation in developing countries.
Ben's expertise extends beyond the fintech universe. He's a seasoned technocrat with a knack for building teams and nurturing company culture from the ground up.
With a multifaceted background ranging from business development to product development and even donning the CEO hat, he's the ultimate startup guru.
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This week, on Founders52 Series, we're taking you on a journey to the vibrant city of Casablanca, Morocco, as we host an inspiring entrepreneur with a remarkable story.
Introducing Ismael Belkhayat, Founder & CEO, Chari | YC S21 | Ecom and Fintech apps for retailers in Francophone Africa.
Chari is not your average startup. It's the powerhouse behind B2B e-commerce and fintech innovation for traditional retailers in French-speaking African countries.
Imagine this: they help retailers order consumer goods and have them delivered in under 24 hours, with no delivery fees! But there's more to the story:
Chari is also a financial services provider, offering micro-loans to these retailers. Founded in 2020, it skyrocketed to success, raising over $6 million in funding. They've connected with over 20,000 businesses in Morocco and expanded into Tunisia & Ivory Coast. Chari was among the elite 1% of African startups to join Y-Combinator in 2021.Join us for what promises to be an intriguing session with Ismael as he shares his remarkable journey – from his time with Boston Consulting Group to leading a B2B startup that now employs over 100 talented individuals.
Why should you attend?
Gain insights into the secrets of Chari's extraordinary success. Discover what attracts VC firms, accelerator programs, and other businesses to Chari. Learn from a dynamic entrepreneur who's making waves in the industry.Don't miss out on this opportunity to learn, connect, and be inspired.
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Join us, on the Founders52 Series, this week as we chat with Victor Mania, the driving force behind Duqha.
Duqha is a B2B retail-tech platform that empowers informal merchants across Africa to effortlessly source inventory, manage payments digitally, enjoy convenient deliveries, and access short-term financing.
Launched in January 2021 in Nairobi, Duqha is on a mission to revolutionise how manufacturers address logistics challenges, enhance inventory movement, and boost brand performance in both formal and informal retail.
With over 77,570 successful deliveries, 11,791 registered retailers, and 48 manufacturers on board, Duqha is making waves in the B2B retail space.
But what makes this episode truly fascinating is Victor's incredible journey. With more than 15 years in logistics and extensive experience as Head of Sales for East & Southern Africa at DHL Express, Victor is a seasoned executive. He later joined Sendy as the Chief Commercial Officer, playing a pivotal role in growth and expansion.
Tune in to hear how Victor transitioned from a corporate executive to a tech entrepreneur and gain valuable insights if you're considering a similar leap into entrepreneurship. This episode is a must-listen, especially if you're an aspiring entrepreneur looking for that extra edge.
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"🚀 Get ready for our Founders52 Ep19 with Kidus Asfaw!
🌟 We're thrilled to host Kidus Asfaw, Co-Founder & CEO of Kubik, Inc., a game-changer in the world of sustainable construction. 🏗️
Kubik is on a mission to transform the construction industry by turning hard-to-recycle plastic waste into affordable building materials. 💪 Imagine removing a whopping 45,000 kg of plastic waste from landfills every single day! 🌍♻️
Did you know that global plastic waste production is set to triple by 2060? But Kubik is here to make a difference. Founded in 2021 by Kidus Asfaw and Ndeye Penda Marre, they plan to construct up to 10,000 affordable homes per year. 🏡🏡
Their interlocking building materials, from bricks to columns, are a game-changer, allowing eco-friendly construction without the need for cement, aggregates, and steel. 🧱🏗️
With a successful $3.34M seed round, Kubik is gearing up to boost its production in Ethiopia and expand into new markets. 🌐🚀
Join us for this exciting episode as we delve into how Kidus Asfaw is turning waste into reusable materials and explore his incredible journey in building and scaling Kubik. 🔥
Don't miss out on this epic conversation!
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🚀 Exciting News for Founders52 Series! 🚀
Get ready for a captivating session with Nisha Ligon, the remarkable Co-Founder of Ubongo! 🌍🎉
Nisha Lamsam Ligon, a Thai-American social entrepreneur, writer, and producer based in East Africa, co-founded Ubongo, a Pan-Africa social enterprise that's transforming education through edutainment programs. They reach an astounding 32 million kids a month through TV and radio, featuring beloved shows like Akili and Me and Ubongo Kids. 📺🧡
But here's the kicker—Ubongo has secured a staggering $27.8 million in grant funding! 💰💼
Now, after gracefully passing the reins to a new Ubongo CEO, Nisha is back in creative mode, crafting stories for the next generation and serving as a senior advisor for Ubongo. 📝🌟
What can you expect from this incredible session?
- Insights on starting both non-profit and for-profit enterprises.
- The secret sauce behind Ubongo's impressive fundraising journey.
- A deep dive into the unique roles of a founder versus a growth stage CEO.
- Expert advice on hiring a CEO and the critical considerations involved.
Join us for this enlightening conversation with Nisha Ligon on Founders52 Series! 🎙️🌟
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Ready to explore the world of investing? Founders52 Episode 16 is here to guide you!
This week, we are hosting Radhika Bhachu, Founder & CEO of Ndovu.
Ndovu is a Kenyan investment platform designed to make investment in local and global financial markets accessible secure and affordable to all.Ndovu’s vision is to provide every African, regardless of income level or financial knowledge, with the right tools to grow their wealth.
Ndovu is a micro investment platform that provides easy access to Africa’s financial markets.
The company works around the clock to improve financial awareness, literacy and provides users with access to tools that allow them to diversify their financial risk leading to building security and financial resilience.
We will be having a 60-minutes chat with Radhika, a former financial advisor/analyst at Blackrock and Deloitte.
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Want to learn about turning data into dollars?
Do you want to transform customer pain points into thriving ventures?
Are you seeking ways to scale your business organically, minus external funding?
In our Ep015, we present an opportunitny to learn from an entrepreneur who's mastering the art of turning customer data into real success. Listen in as we host Mutie Mule, Co-Founder & COO of Solutech Limited.
Founded in 2014, Solutech has ventured into over 5 African countries and achieved an impressive turnover of over $200,000 in ARR. Discover firsthand how Mutie recognized a market gap and steered the business towards remarkable growth, all without external funding.
Eager to gain insights from his journey? Tune in and don't share with an entrepreneurial friend. -
Welcome to Episode 13 of Founders52! I'm your host, Emmanuel - a Partnerships & Community Lead at Hindsight Ventures. In this episode, we're thrilled to have host Biko, Co-Founder and CEO of Zanifu, a Kenyan Fintech startup reshaping stock financing for micro small businesses.
Founders52, brought to you by Hindsight Ventures, is igniting Africa's entrepreneurial spirit. Join us on Twitter Spaces for insightful conversations with leading startup founders from across the continent, spanning 52 inspiring weeks. Let's fuel innovation together and inspire early-stage entrepreneurs building solutions for Africa. Stay tuned for a journey of wisdom and innovation!
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Coming up on #Founders52, we are thrilled to host Taha Jiwaji, Founder & CEO, of BEEM to talk how his experience building a customer-funded business without any external funding.
Beem Africa is an omnichannel communication platform that brings together USSD, Airtime, Mobile Payments, SMS, WhatsApp, Facebook & Instagram channels to engage, verify, authenticate, notify, or pay customers.
Founded in 2011, Beem has achieved remarkable milestones, bootstrapped, and scaled without external funding. Beem has a presence in 25+ Countries, and 60+ Networks across the globe and has processed 1 Billion+ transactions so far 🌎.
Stay tuned for more upcoming content from Founders, by Founders!
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In our Ep0011, we are thrilled to host Moaaz Hossam, Co-founder & CMO of Rology - an Egyptian on-demand tele-radiology platform with a groundbreaking mission. Rology is solving the pressing challenges of radiologists shortage and high latency in medical reports through innovative AI-enabled systems.
The e-health startup matches cases from hospitals worldwide with the ideal radiologist, providing instant and accurate diagnoses.
The accolades Rology has earned are a testament to their outstanding work:
- Finalist for Solve - MIT, an initiative by Massachusetts Institute of Technology 2023 - Selected for the NVIDIA Inception Program, nurturing exceptional startups globally! - Regional Winner for The Global Startup Awards at the African Startup Awards - Featured in the 2022 Phillip Foundation Healthcare report, 'Partnering to Provide Healthcare Access to Over 26 Million People in Underserved Communities.' - Named as one of the top 66 Medical imaging companies in the world by Omdena - Featured on the HolonIQ: The MENA Health Tech 50 - recognizing the most promising health startups from the Middle East & North Africa!Don't forget to join us every Wednesday on Twitter Spaces, to actively participate in our session.
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