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The Co-operative Bank of Kenya Limited, founded in 1965, is a licensed banking institution incorporated under the Companies Act. Initially registered under the Co-operative Societies Act, the bank transitioned to its current structure in 2008 to facilitate its listing on the Nairobi Securities Exchange. The bank offers a range of financial services, including corporate banking, retail banking, investment, and asset management. Its operations are organized into three primary segments: Retail Banking, which focuses on loans and deposits for individual customers; Wholesale Banking, which serves corporate and institutional clients; and Group Functions, which encompasses support services such as ICT and finance. The majority of the bank's revenue is generated from its Retail Banking segment, reflecting its strong presence in serving individual and small business clients in Kenya.

Indorama Fertilizers operates a world-class, 1.4 million metric tonnes per annum urea manufacturing facility based in Port Harcourt, Nigeria. The plant has been developed to global environmental, social and construction standards. It plays a key role in supporting the agricultural sector in Nigeria by providing a reliable supply of fertilizers for local farmers, thereby enabling import substitution and supporting the diversification needs of the Nigerian economy. Indorama Fertilizers is also advantageously located to serve neighboring West African countries and key Western hemisphere markets, including North America, South America and Europe

Copia Global Inc. is an e-commerce company based in Nairobi, Kenya, that focuses on providing a consumer catalog order and delivery system for middle to low-income individuals in the developing world. Founded in 2013, the company leverages mobile technology and a network of local agents to facilitate access to a diverse range of quality goods at reasonable prices. Its platform enables users, including those without direct internet access, to browse products and place orders with local shopkeepers, who can then fulfill these orders and manage payments through a mobile payment system. This approach not only empowers consumers but also enhances the distribution capabilities of local businesses, making it easier for rural and peri-urban populations to access essential products conveniently.

Ecobank Transnational Incorporated, established in 1985 and headquartered in Lomé, Togo, provides a range of retail, corporate, and investment banking services across Africa and internationally. Its operations include Corporate & Investment Banking, Commercial Banking, and Consumer Banking, offering products such as current and savings accounts, loans, cards, and digital banking services. The bank serves a diverse clientele, including individuals, small and medium enterprises, multinationals, government agencies, and non-governmental organizations. With a network of 888 branches and over 2,460 ATMs, Ecobank facilitates various financial services, including treasury, cash management, remittance, and bancassurance. Subsidiaries such as Ecobank Nigeria Limited and Ecobank Zimbabwe Limited extend its services, focusing on commercial and retail banking tailored to local markets.

BUA Cement Plc is engaged in the production and marketing of cement under the brand name “BUA Cement”. Presently the company produces CEM II type of cement in accordance with the Nigerian Industrial Standards. BUA Cement is ideal for all construction purposes in Nigeria. Its unique quality makes it the cement of choice for block-making, plastering and concrete works. Its high early strength, rapid setting and low heat of hydration are all distinct features that characterize our high quality production process.

Hayat Kimya is a consumer goods company that offers household cleaning, baby, personal, and women's care products. It is one of the main companies of Hayat Holding, a Turkish enterprise with a successful track record and consists of 41 companies that operate in various industries including FMCG, port operations, construction, wood industry, and energy. Hayat Kimya ranks 56th in the ISO 500 list of the Istanbul Chamber of Industry thanks to its environment-friendly manufacturing processes. Hayat Kimya was establihsed in Üsküdar, Istanbul, Turkey.

LulaLend is more than a company. It’s a belief in the power of small business, making a difference, building a better solution and striving for excellence. We work hard to empower businesses across South Africa with the funds they need to grow, and we have a great time doing it!

Husk Power Systems ("Husk") owns, builds and operates solar-hybrid microgrids that serve off-grid and weak-grid communities in rural Sub-Saharan Africa and South Asia. It provides its business and residential customers with 100% renewable electricity and access to energy efficient appliances. In the process, it is contributing to climate resilience while also avoiding a significant amount of emissions from diesel generation. Husk has more than 200 minigrids in operation, the largest fleet in the world. The company is a catalyst for economic growth and social well-being, helping rural communities increase incomes and create employment by starting or expanding microenterprises and running electricity-operated machines that increase productivity. It also provides reliable power to local clinics and schools and education, improving healthcare and educational outcomes. Husk Power Systems was founded by co-founded by CEO Manoj Sinha in 2008 and is based in the United States, with operations in India and Nigeria.

Hayat Kimya is a consumer goods company that offers household cleaning, baby, personal, and women's care products. It is one of the main companies of Hayat Holding, a Turkish enterprise with a successful track record and consists of 41 companies that operate in various industries including FMCG, port operations, construction, wood industry, and energy. Hayat Kimya ranks 56th in the ISO 500 list of the Istanbul Chamber of Industry thanks to its environment-friendly manufacturing processes. Hayat Kimya was establihsed in Üsküdar, Istanbul, Turkey.

agriBORA is focused on creating a comprehensive ecosystem for smallholder farmers in Africa, integrating farming inputs, financial services, and market access. The company develops a location-specific farm decision support system that leverages data-driven insights to enhance productivity and mitigate risks associated with smallholder agriculture. By combining technology with personal support, agriBORA aims to empower farmers and agribusinesses with actionable information and digital tools across the agricultural value chain, facilitating effective trading and improving overall farm management.

Kiri EV r mission is to challenge the status quo of the motor industry across the African continent; one segement at a time.They aim to prove that electric vehicles can and will play a big role in the future of transportation across Kenya and the continent.

Zuri Health is a telemedicine company based in Nairobi, Kenya, established in 2020. It offers affordable and accessible healthcare solutions through a mobile app, website, and SMS services, catering to patients without smartphones and those in rural areas. Users can schedule lab and diagnostic tests, consult with doctors, purchase medications from pharmacies, and arrange home visits with qualified medical professionals. The platform also features an artificial intelligence-powered chatbot to enhance user experience and provide first-level medical consultations. Zuri Health aims to create a universally accessible healthcare experience for all individuals, regardless of their location or resources.

liwwa, Inc. operates a peer-to-peer lending platform that connects small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in need of capital with investors seeking to diversify their portfolios. The platform allows borrowers to apply for small business loans while offering investors the opportunity to earn regular monthly returns. Liwwa conducts in-house assessments of the creditworthiness of businesses and implements a lease-to-own model that provides an interest-free return for investors. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Amman, Jordan, liwwa has raised seed funding to expand its team and develop new product offerings, thereby enhancing its capacity to support SMEs in the MENA region and beyond.

Pezesha is a digital financial marketplace based in Nairobi, Kenya, that connects small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) to various financing options, including working capital, float financing, and LPO financing. Founded in 2016, Pezesha aims to enhance access to affordable credit for micro-businesses by leveraging credit and data analytics to link lenders with low-income borrowers. The platform facilitates a shared economy by converging lending and other financial services, thereby enabling underserved SMBs to participate in the formal financial system. Through its innovative approach, Pezesha seeks to empower businesses and improve their growth potential by providing essential financial resources.

Copia Global Inc. is an e-commerce company based in Nairobi, Kenya, that focuses on providing a consumer catalog order and delivery system for middle to low-income individuals in the developing world. Founded in 2013, the company leverages mobile technology and a network of local agents to facilitate access to a diverse range of quality goods at reasonable prices. Its platform enables users, including those without direct internet access, to browse products and place orders with local shopkeepers, who can then fulfill these orders and manage payments through a mobile payment system. This approach not only empowers consumers but also enhances the distribution capabilities of local businesses, making it easier for rural and peri-urban populations to access essential products conveniently.

Briisk is a late-stage InsurTech start-up founded in 2016, based in London, with operations in multiple cities including Cape Town, Bangalore, Istanbul, Munich, and Nairobi. The company focuses on emerging markets, providing solutions that automate processes, digitize insurance products, and explore new distribution channels. This approach helps clients lower costs, boost revenue, and enhance customer value. Briisk's vision is to connect insurers with uninsured and underinsured mass-market customers across Africa and India through fully digitized and scalable distribution channels, facilitating better access to insurance for these underserved populations.

BCP Bank (Mauritius) Ltd is a comprehensive banking institution based in Ebene, Mauritius, providing a wide range of financial services to individuals, professionals, small and medium enterprises (SMEs), and corporate clients. The bank offers various products, including savings and current accounts, fixed deposits, personal and home loans, as well as short and long-term financing options. In addition, BCP Bank provides services such as bank guarantees, debit cards, insurance products, foreign exchange, treasury management, and private banking. With a network of six branches, the bank serves both domestic and international markets, having established a reputation for reliability among significant global organizations. Founded in 2003 and formerly known as Banque Des Mascareignes Ltee, BCP Bank underwent a rebranding in March 2019 and operates as a subsidiary of Banque Centrale Populaire and Groupe Sipromad SA.

Formerly known as Finagestion, the Eranove Group is a leading player in public service management and electricity and drinking water production in West Africa. The Group has been operating in Côte d’Ivoire (SODECI, CIE, CIPREL and AWALE) for several decades, in Senegal (SDE) since 1996 and in the Democratic Republic of Congo, via a service contract with REGIDESO, since 2012. The Group and its subsidiaries are fully committed to all aspects of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) in meeting with quality, safety and environmental standards according to ISO 9001, OHSAS 18001 and ISO 140001 certification standards.

Turnkey Lender Inc. develops cloud-based loan management solutions tailored for online lending, focusing on risk management and financial decision automation for non-bank lenders and microfinance institutions. Headquartered in Campbell, California, the company provides AI-powered end-to-end lending automation that covers the entire lending process, from origination and underwriting to loan servicing, debt collection, and reporting. Turnkey Lender's software supports a diverse range of loan products, including consumer loans, microfinance, payday loans, auto loans, mortgages, and more. Its flexible no-code SaaS platform allows clients to easily adapt the system to various lending categories, serving innovative lenders in over 50 countries through offices in the United States, Singapore, Malaysia, Ukraine, and Poland.

Liquid Intelligent Technologies is an independent provider of data, voice, and IP services, dedicated to advancing Africa’s digital landscape. Established in 2004 and headquartered in Ebène, Plaines Wilhems, the company has developed an extensive fiber network that spans over 18,000 kilometers across several African nations, including Uganda, Kenya, and South Africa. Liquid Intelligent Technologies offers a variety of services such as broadband, leased lines, private networks, and telecommunications connectivity, alongside web hosting and related solutions. This diverse portfolio enables both public and private sector enterprises to improve their digital experiences and supports the continent's ongoing digital transformation.

Hazelcast, Inc. specializes in developing an open-source data distribution platform designed for Java applications. The company offers a range of solutions, including an in-memory data grid that facilitates the sharing and partitioning of application data across clusters. Its stream processing engine, Hazelcast Jet, supports continuous intelligence by ingesting and processing data in real time. Additionally, the Hazelcast Management Center provides a web-based interface for monitoring and managing clusters, allowing users to track system performance and update configurations. Hazelcast's unified platform integrates fast data storage with stream processing, enabling businesses to streamline their real-time architectures for applications in artificial intelligence and machine learning. Founded in 2008 and headquartered in Palo Alto, California, with a research office in Istanbul, Turkey, Hazelcast serves a diverse clientele, including notable organizations across various industries.

Sky.Garden is an e-commerce platform based in Nairobi, Kenya, that facilitates online sales for businesses across Africa. Founded in 2015, it primarily serves informal traders, small and medium enterprises, and established businesses, enabling them to sell products to targeted audiences. The platform provides users with a comprehensive inventory management system, allowing them to upload products, set prices, and manage stock levels. Additionally, Sky.Garden automates payment reconciliation and offers local shipping and payment options, giving retailers greater control over their operations. Accessible through a mobile application, the platform aims to simplify the selling process for African retailers.

M-BIRR Limited provides mobile banking services through its innovative platform, M-BIRR, which facilitates mobile money transactions for financial institutions in Ethiopia. Established in 2009, M-BIRR was the first Ethiopian-based mobile money service and has since become a leader in the sector, recognized for its extensive customer base, distribution network, and transaction volume. The platform offers a range of services, including domestic money transfers, balance inquiries, cash in/out through agents, loan repayments, and international remittances. Users can conveniently deposit and withdraw funds, pay utility bills, and make purchases both online and offline. M-BIRR caters to residential and business customers, as well as banks and microfinance institutions. Headquartered in Dublin, Ireland, the company continues to play a significant role in enhancing financial inclusion across urban and rural areas in Ethiopia.

awamo offers a mobile, biometric core banking system (SaaS) to microfinance institutions in sub-Saharan Africa. It is affordable, easy-to-use, and platform independent. Using this platform 300+ institutions serving 450,000+ consumers are being connected. Going forward, they will be able to additionally sell partner products & services, generating additional revenue and fostering local economic growth. The market awamo serves accounts for more than 600m individuals in sub-Saharan Africa – only considering awamo’s core services. In awamo's target markets, there are already more than 16,000 MFIs operational with more than 210,000 staff serving 53m+ consumers. Besides, the microfinance sector grows at >10% p.a. and Africa’s population is about to more than double to 2.4bn people until 2050. Currently, Awamo serves 300+ institutions with 450,000+ consumers in Uganda and Kenya. Month-over-month more than 150,000+ transactions are being processed, moving more than 7m EUR through the platform.

Retailability Proprietary is engages in fashion apparel retail offering fashionable in-house and branded labels at low price points targeted at low to lower-middle income consumers in Southern Africa.

General Emballage is a prominent supplier and manufacturer of corrugated cardboard in Algeria, having established its operations in 2002. The company produces a variety of packaging solutions, including double-layered and double-double layered cardboard, catering to diverse industries. Its product range includes containers for dairy, food, fruits, and vegetables, as well as standard boxes and corrugated paper sheets used in food processing, pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, household appliances, and electronics. With a workforce of approximately 1,000 employees, General Emballage operates three production facilities located in Akbou, Setif, and Oran, contributing significantly to its growth in the packaging sector.

Beloxxi biscuits are produced under a hygienic and efficient production process environment. We are committed to enhancing consumer satisfaction with quality products that meet global standards. We use the best raw materials in our production process and also ensure that our products are affordable while maintaining quality standards. We strive relentlessly to be the best in every aspect of our business and also appreciate the value of continuous improvement.

Helios Towers DRC is a leading provider of telecommunications infrastructure and maintenance services in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. As the first independent tower company in Africa, it has developed a substantial network of over 6,500 towers across various markets on the continent. The company specializes in constructing and maintaining telecommunications towers, offering passive infrastructure services to wireless telecommunications service providers. By leasing space on its towers, Helios Towers DRC plays a crucial role in supporting the growing demand for connectivity in one of the fastest-growing regions in the world.