Baobab Network

Baobab Network is an accelerator for early-stage technology ventures operating across Sub-Saharan Africa, with offices in Nairobi, South Africa, Nigeria and London. It supports startups by providing funding, guidance and a growth platform in exchange for equity, helping companies scale through mentorship and access to resources. The organization connects early-stage businesses with talent and investors worldwide, offering leadership development programs, planning and consulting services, entrepreneurship training, and talent recruitment. It helps startups with strategy design, resource planning and utilization to improve revenue and pursue finance more effectively. Baobab Network concentrates on enabling technology-driven companies across the continent to accelerate growth and reach international markets through its global network.

Niama El Bassunie

Managing Partner

Arthur Chupeau

Managing Partner

Tom Fairburn

Co-Founder

Wanjiku Kimani

Venture Partner and Admissions Lead

Past deals in Zimbabwe

Dr CADx

Seed Round in 2019
Dr CADx is an artificial intelligence-based healthcare company founded in 2016 and based in Bulawayo, Zimbabwe. The company specializes in developing a platform that utilizes deep learning algorithms to enhance the accuracy of medical image diagnosis. By employing advanced computer-aided diagnostic systems, Dr CADx assists healthcare professionals in interpreting medical images and recognizing disease patterns more effectively. This innovative approach aims to improve diagnostic precision while reducing costs, ultimately supporting better patient care.
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