Silverbacks Holdings

Terragon is a leading Data and Marketing Technology company that uses data aggregation and predictive analytics to help African-focused businesses intelligently connect with their customers across channels and devices. Headquartered in Lagos, Nigeria, Terragon also has operations in Kenya, South Africa, Ghana, and India.

Axis is a digital banking alternative for small businesses and solopreneurs in Egypt. It offers a seamless payment management system that handles employee payroll, salary advances, and business payments to suppliers and vendors. Axis's fully interoperable mobile wallet enables users to send and receive money from any mobile wallet in Egypt.

Treepz is a technology-driven transportation company focused on enhancing mobility across Africa. Founded in 2019 and headquartered in Ontario, Canada, Treepz operates in Nigeria, Ghana, Uganda, and Kenya, providing users with a reliable and comfortable commuting experience. Its application allows users to book trips for daily, inter-city, or corporate travel at the tap of a button. The platform offers features such as vehicle assistants, licensed drivers, and e-wallet payments, ensuring that users can book and pay for fast and convenient trips in real-time. Through its innovative approach, Treepz aims to create a safer and more efficient transportation system for commuters in the region.

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.

Founded in 2018, MarketForce is a technology company based in the US, Kenya, and Nigeria. It operates an asset-light business model, providing a comprehensive B2B commerce and fintech platform, 'RejaReja', empowering African merchants to digitize their inventory sourcing, ordering, payments, and access financing. The platform also enables merchants to resell digital financial services like airtime and bill payments. MarketForce is operational in five Sub-Saharan African markets, serving over 200,000 merchants and 50 consumer brands.

Amitruck is a mobile and web-based trucking logistics platform based in Nairobi, Kenya, founded in 2018. It connects cargo owners with transporters, enabling users to book deliveries via its online platform and access a driver app to coordinate with drivers. The platform supports real-time shipment tracking, instant quotes, and proximity-based truck availability, delivering end-to-end visibility and streamlined communication throughout the delivery process.

ILLA is a logistics company based in El Dokki, Egypt, specializing in middle-mile delivery services for fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) companies. Founded in 2017, ILLA operates an asset-light model that digitizes the delivery process, allowing for comprehensive planning and execution. The company monitors logistics activities to enhance efficiency and drive sales growth for its clients. By connecting FMCG companies with a diverse network of trucks, ILLA provides a dynamic solution that addresses the complexities of delivering products to various retail and non-retail outlets. This approach ensures full control and visibility over the logistics process, enabling clients to navigate daily market challenges effectively.

Founded in 2017, Swvl is a mobility company that offers an app for booking fixed-rate rides on shared buses and vans during peak commute hours. It operates in Egypt, Kenya, Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates, serving both individual commuters and corporate clients.

Zazu Africa provides a digital money account for residents of Zambia and operates a financial education platform to help users understand and access financial services. Founded in 2015 and based in Lusaka, the company aims to expand financial inclusion by enabling secure digital transactions and practical learning about money management and financial products.