Catalyst Fund

Swoove is a logistics service aggregator that focuses on enhancing delivery experiences for businesses and their customers. It offers a comprehensive dispatch and fleet management solution that enables efficient and cost-effective operations. Swoove provides real-time monitoring, updates, and tracking of deliveries, allowing businesses to manage their shipping processes seamlessly. With services beginning at a competitive price point, Swoove supports small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Africa, starting with Ghana, by facilitating reliable doorstep delivery and accurate pricing. This platform empowers businesses to expand their reach while ensuring quality service in both local and international markets.

Tendo is an online platform based in Accra, Ghana, that facilitates independent reselling by connecting resellers with businesses. Founded in 2019, the company allows individuals to start their own online businesses without the need for upfront capital investment. Tendo sources ready-to-ship products from various suppliers, which are then made available to resellers who can add their profit margins. The platform also provides access to social media tools and enables resellers to list products at wholesale prices, eliminating the challenges of inventory management and transportation. This innovative approach empowers small businesses and individuals to thrive in the digital e-commerce landscape.

Jetstream Africa Limited is a cloud-based logistics platform based in Accra, Ghana, founded in 2018. The company specializes in providing cross-border marine logistics services, facilitating freight forwarding and global exports for African suppliers. By offering tools for booking, tracking, and consolidating shipments, Jetstream enhances access to international trade for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) across Africa. The platform aims to simplify the shipping process, making it more accessible for businesses to engage in global commerce.

At Smile ID they believe anyone should be able to prove their identity easily, anywhere in the world. Their team is made up of American and African engineers and financial services professionals with experience across global markets in highly regulated environments. They have built encryption, authentication and security solutions. They have developed image processing technology from the chip level up. They have been part of security investigations and have pursued fraudsters. Having worked with, or for, telecoms, lenders, banks and startups, they know the challenges of building world class technology and they understand the needs of the African consumer and enterprise customer. They are backed by leading Silicon Valley & African investors and they have pan-African reach, with representation in the United States, South Africa, Nigeria, Kenya, Ghana and Rwanda.

At Smile ID they believe anyone should be able to prove their identity easily, anywhere in the world. Their team is made up of American and African engineers and financial services professionals with experience across global markets in highly regulated environments. They have built encryption, authentication and security solutions. They have developed image processing technology from the chip level up. They have been part of security investigations and have pursued fraudsters. Having worked with, or for, telecoms, lenders, banks and startups, they know the challenges of building world class technology and they understand the needs of the African consumer and enterprise customer. They are backed by leading Silicon Valley & African investors and they have pan-African reach, with representation in the United States, South Africa, Nigeria, Kenya, Ghana and Rwanda.