LoftyInc Capital Management

LoftyInc Capital Management is a venture capital firm established in 2017 and headquartered in Lagos, Nigeria. The firm focuses on investing in technology companies across Africa, having committed over $25 million to more than 150 high-growth enterprises, including three unicorns. LoftyInc has successfully attracted approximately $1.5 billion in follow-on funding for its portfolio companies, emphasizing long-term growth and community benefits. The firm has developed a broad ecosystem that includes tech hubs, angel networks, and talent platforms to support its investments. To date, LoftyInc has realized 14 exits and achieved a notable return on investment through its funds.

Julius Aroba

Investment Associate

Oluseye Bassir

Partner

Idris Bello

Founding Partner

Lydia Idem

COO

Mariam Kamel

General Partner

Michael Oluwagbemi

Founding Partner

Kevin Simmons

General Partner

Marsha Wulff

Co-Founder and Partner

Past deals in Sub Saharan Africa

Terragon

Series B in 2023
Terragon is a prominent data and marketing technology company headquartered in Lagos, Nigeria, with additional offices in Kenya, South Africa, Ghana, and India. The company specializes in providing enterprise marketing software that aids businesses in customer acquisition and sales management. By leveraging a combination of online and offline data, along with predictive scoring, Terragon enables brands, marketing agencies, and platforms to effectively target consumers across various channels and devices. Their solutions allow for the collection, aggregation, and monetization of first-party data directly from customers, ensuring that advertising efforts are data privacy compliant and do not depend on third-party cookies. This approach empowers businesses to gain insights into consumer behavior and enhance their digital marketing strategies while measuring the effectiveness of their campaigns.

ORDA

Seed Round in 2022
ORDA is a cloud-based restaurant operating system built for African chefs and food business owners. ORDA's ePos, integrations, and lending solutions enable Africa’s millions of food business owners to scale and grow their business. The company was founded in 2020 and is based in Lagos, Nigeria.

Omnibiz

Seed Round in 2022
Omnibiz is a B2B e-commerce platform based in Lagos, Nigeria, that focuses on fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) manufacturers, distributors, and retailers. Founded in 2019, the company aims to support local businesses by digitizing the supply chain and enhancing operational efficiency. Its unified distribution platform offers tools that improve reliability, visibility, and financial capabilities for businesses. Key features include order tracking and integrated payment options, all designed to facilitate a seamless supply chain experience. By providing these resources, Omnibiz helps local enterprises navigate the complexities of the modern market and achieve their business objectives effectively.

Youverify

Seed Round in 2022
Youverify Inc. is a company based in Lewes, Delaware, founded in 2017, that specializes in identity verification and background screening. The company offers a platform that confirms users' identity documents and facial biometrics, cross-referencing this data with over 300 local and global databases. Additionally, Youverify assists businesses and individuals in verifying physical addresses across Sub-Saharan Africa through a network of more than 20,000 field verification officers, achieving results in less than 48 hours. By providing a comprehensive API for identity and address verification, Youverify addresses the needs of the digital industry in Africa, enhancing security with features such as identity fraud detection and encrypted data privacy.

Omnibiz

Seed Round in 2022
Omnibiz is a B2B e-commerce platform based in Lagos, Nigeria, that focuses on fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) manufacturers, distributors, and retailers. Founded in 2019, the company aims to support local businesses by digitizing the supply chain and enhancing operational efficiency. Its unified distribution platform offers tools that improve reliability, visibility, and financial capabilities for businesses. Key features include order tracking and integrated payment options, all designed to facilitate a seamless supply chain experience. By providing these resources, Omnibiz helps local enterprises navigate the complexities of the modern market and achieve their business objectives effectively.

ORDA

Seed Round in 2022
ORDA is a cloud-based restaurant operating system built for African chefs and food business owners. ORDA's ePos, integrations, and lending solutions enable Africa’s millions of food business owners to scale and grow their business. The company was founded in 2020 and is based in Lagos, Nigeria.

All I Do Is Cook

Pre Seed Round in 2022
Adun is a manufacturer of dishes and food products, packaged and delivered to suit modern-day lifestyles. They offer nigerian food, ethnic food, food delivery, direct-to-consumer, consumer packaged goods, and african food.

Elevate Pay

Pre Seed Round in 2022
Elevate Pay is a financial technology company that offers a digital banking platform. This platform enables users to open bank accounts online, obtain fee-free Sudanese Pound (SDG) and US Dollar (USD) accounts, receive a free USD Mastercard, make free transfers within Sudan, and receive free international transfers from various countries. The company aims to provide innovative, fair, responsible, and inclusive financial products, improving access to financial services for its consumers.

Paps

Seed Round in 2022
Paps is a transport and logistics company based in Dakar, Senegal, founded in 2016. It provides innovative distribution and delivery solutions tailored for companies and merchants. The company's e-commerce platform facilitates real-time scheduling and tracking of deliveries, enhancing the logistics process. Paps specializes in the distribution of documents and parcels, secure storage of goods, and insured delivery options, including last-mile and relay point services. Additionally, it offers professional services such as cash-on-delivery management, courier provision, returns management, and periodic reporting. The company’s on-demand logistics application features live tracking, an intelligent address system, and automatic dispatch, ensuring clients benefit from timely shipment movements.

ORDA

Pre Seed Round in 2022
ORDA is a cloud-based restaurant operating system built for African chefs and food business owners. ORDA's ePos, integrations, and lending solutions enable Africa’s millions of food business owners to scale and grow their business. The company was founded in 2020 and is based in Lagos, Nigeria.

Wave Mobile Money

Venture Round in 2022
Wave Mobile Money is a financial technology company focused on providing app-based solutions for saving, transferring, and borrowing money in Africa. With a mission to create the first cashless continent, Wave aims to address the challenge of limited access to banking services, as less than 10% of the African population has a bank account. The company is developing an inclusive financial network that offers no account fees and allows for instant transactions, making it accessible to a broader audience. By leveraging technology, Wave is creating affordable financial services that enable individuals to manage their money effectively, thereby fostering economic empowerment and contributing to poverty alleviation. Its platform supports various services, including deposits, withdrawals, bill payments, and money transfers, facilitating cashless transactions for users and businesses alike.

Treepz

Seed Round in 2021
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.

Union54

Seed Round in 2021
Union54 is a debit card issuing API based in Lusaka, Zambia, founded in 2020. It enables fintech companies and corporates to issue debit cards to their customers without the need for a bank or credit card processor. The company offers services such as BIN sponsorship, transaction processing, and settlement, streamlining the card issuance process for software developers. Union54's platform allows businesses to integrate debit card functionality into their offerings, enhancing their financial services capabilities.

Eden Life

Seed Round in 2021
Eden Life Inc., based in Lagos, Nigeria, specializes in tech-enabled housekeeping services for professionals. Through its online platform and mobile application, the company offers a range of services including laundry, meal preparation, house cleaning, equipment maintenance, and meal delivery. By aggregating vendors offering diverse services, Eden Life enables clients to efficiently manage their household chores.

Mono

Series A in 2021
Mono is a Nigerian company founded in 2020 that specializes in financial data infrastructure through its application programming interface (API) platform. This platform offers businesses the ability to access essential financial information, including bank statements, account verification, and payment initiation. Mono's services are designed to enhance onboarding and identification processes, particularly in emerging markets. By providing real-time access to financial data and enabling secure direct bank payments, Mono aims to empower companies of all sizes, from startups to large enterprises. The company's mission focuses on unlocking the potential of Africa’s financial system, facilitating economic growth by equipping businesses with the necessary tools to thrive in the digital economy.

Elevate Pay

Pre Seed Round in 2021
Elevate Pay is a financial technology company that offers a digital banking platform. This platform enables users to open bank accounts online, obtain fee-free Sudanese Pound (SDG) and US Dollar (USD) accounts, receive a free USD Mastercard, make free transfers within Sudan, and receive free international transfers from various countries. The company aims to provide innovative, fair, responsible, and inclusive financial products, improving access to financial services for its consumers.

Omnibiz

Seed Round in 2021
Omnibiz is a B2B e-commerce platform based in Lagos, Nigeria, that focuses on fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) manufacturers, distributors, and retailers. Founded in 2019, the company aims to support local businesses by digitizing the supply chain and enhancing operational efficiency. Its unified distribution platform offers tools that improve reliability, visibility, and financial capabilities for businesses. Key features include order tracking and integrated payment options, all designed to facilitate a seamless supply chain experience. By providing these resources, Omnibiz helps local enterprises navigate the complexities of the modern market and achieve their business objectives effectively.

Tendo

Pre Seed Round in 2021
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.

Terragon

Venture Round in 2021
Terragon is a prominent data and marketing technology company headquartered in Lagos, Nigeria, with additional offices in Kenya, South Africa, Ghana, and India. The company specializes in providing enterprise marketing software that aids businesses in customer acquisition and sales management. By leveraging a combination of online and offline data, along with predictive scoring, Terragon enables brands, marketing agencies, and platforms to effectively target consumers across various channels and devices. Their solutions allow for the collection, aggregation, and monetization of first-party data directly from customers, ensuring that advertising efforts are data privacy compliant and do not depend on third-party cookies. This approach empowers businesses to gain insights into consumer behavior and enhance their digital marketing strategies while measuring the effectiveness of their campaigns.

ORDA

Pre Seed Round in 2021
ORDA is a cloud-based restaurant operating system built for African chefs and food business owners. ORDA's ePos, integrations, and lending solutions enable Africa’s millions of food business owners to scale and grow their business. The company was founded in 2020 and is based in Lagos, Nigeria.

Shyft Power Solutions

Seed Round in 2021
SHYFT Power Solutions, Inc. specializes in developing an integrated hardware and software platform that allows users to monitor and manage distributed energy resources (DERs). The company's primary product, Shyft, is a hybrid smart meter and transfer switch that facilitates energy management through Internet of Things (IoT) technology, streamlining the transition between the grid and backup power sources. SHYFT's software application enhances this capability by enabling real-time monitoring and control from mobile devices. The company targets markets facing challenges with energy resiliency, such as Nigeria, by promoting decentralized power systems that bypass traditional infrastructure. Founded in 2007 and based in San Francisco, California, SHYFT Power Solutions aims to improve energy efficiency and reduce costs for various stakeholders, including real estate developers and solar providers.

ORDA

Seed Round in 2021
ORDA is a cloud-based restaurant operating system built for African chefs and food business owners. ORDA's ePos, integrations, and lending solutions enable Africa’s millions of food business owners to scale and grow their business. The company was founded in 2020 and is based in Lagos, Nigeria.

StarNews

Seed Round in 2021
StarNews Mobile is a digital platform that specializes in creating, producing, and distributing video content for mobile subscribers. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Santa Monica, California, the company operates in multiple African countries, including Ivory Coast, Cameroon, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, and South Africa. It offers a subscription-based streaming service that empowers African content creators by providing tools to monetize their digital content. The platform connects these creators with local and global audiences, facilitating a sustainable income through a fair payout system. StarNews aims to unlock the potential of Africa's creative sector by making affordable streaming accessible to mass-market consumers and enhancing the connection between creators and their fans with features such as exclusive content and flexible payment options.

Paps

Seed Round in 2021
Paps is a transport and logistics company based in Dakar, Senegal, founded in 2016. It provides innovative distribution and delivery solutions tailored for companies and merchants. The company's e-commerce platform facilitates real-time scheduling and tracking of deliveries, enhancing the logistics process. Paps specializes in the distribution of documents and parcels, secure storage of goods, and insured delivery options, including last-mile and relay point services. Additionally, it offers professional services such as cash-on-delivery management, courier provision, returns management, and periodic reporting. The company’s on-demand logistics application features live tracking, an intelligent address system, and automatic dispatch, ensuring clients benefit from timely shipment movements.

TalentQL

Pre Seed Round in 2020
TalentQL is a company based in Ile-Ife, Nigeria, that specializes in hiring, developing, and managing remote talent for organizations worldwide. Founded in 2020, the company provides a talent outsourcing platform that simplifies the process of acquiring and overseeing engineering talent for foreign companies. TalentQL not only facilitates access to a dedicated workspace for remote developers but also offers the option for clients to provide accommodation. By taking on the responsibilities of recruitment and team setup, TalentQL allows organizations to concentrate on their core business activities while efficiently managing their remote workforce.

Sote

Seed Round in 2020
Sote, Inc. is a technology company specializing in the logistics sector, focusing on digital customs clearing and freight forwarding solutions. Established in 2017 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, with an additional office in Nairobi, Kenya, Sote provides a platform that allows industrial cargo owners to efficiently manage freight clearing and forwarding processes. The platform includes a comprehensive dashboard that tracks shipment status, payment history, and estimated container arrival times, streamlining communication among all parties involved in logistics. Additionally, Sote is dedicated to enhancing trade finance in Africa by leveraging proprietary trade data to enable banks and financial institutions to lend to corporations and SMEs without traditional collateral requirements. By bridging the trade finance gap and offering reliable credit and risk management solutions, Sote aims to empower African businesses and facilitate growth in the continent's trade landscape.

Mono

Pre Seed Round in 2020
Mono is a Nigerian company founded in 2020 that specializes in financial data infrastructure through its application programming interface (API) platform. This platform offers businesses the ability to access essential financial information, including bank statements, account verification, and payment initiation. Mono's services are designed to enhance onboarding and identification processes, particularly in emerging markets. By providing real-time access to financial data and enabling secure direct bank payments, Mono aims to empower companies of all sizes, from startups to large enterprises. The company's mission focuses on unlocking the potential of Africa’s financial system, facilitating economic growth by equipping businesses with the necessary tools to thrive in the digital economy.

Eden Life

Seed Round in 2020
Eden Life Inc., based in Lagos, Nigeria, specializes in tech-enabled housekeeping services for professionals. Through its online platform and mobile application, the company offers a range of services including laundry, meal preparation, house cleaning, equipment maintenance, and meal delivery. By aggregating vendors offering diverse services, Eden Life enables clients to efficiently manage their household chores.

Youverify

Seed Round in 2020
Youverify Inc. is a company based in Lewes, Delaware, founded in 2017, that specializes in identity verification and background screening. The company offers a platform that confirms users' identity documents and facial biometrics, cross-referencing this data with over 300 local and global databases. Additionally, Youverify assists businesses and individuals in verifying physical addresses across Sub-Saharan Africa through a network of more than 20,000 field verification officers, achieving results in less than 48 hours. By providing a comprehensive API for identity and address verification, Youverify addresses the needs of the digital industry in Africa, enhancing security with features such as identity fraud detection and encrypted data privacy.

BodAdmin

Pre Seed Round in 2020
BodAdmin is a company based in Lagos, Nigeria, founded in 2021, that specializes in providing comprehensive board administration tools. Its offerings include a virtual company secretariat and a corporate governance portal designed to facilitate risk and compliance management. The platform aims to help companies dematerialize their corporate information assets, ensuring adherence to corporate governance standards, company secretarial duties, and regulatory compliance. By leveraging technology, BodAdmin supports clients in achieving their performance and governance objectives, while also promoting sustainable business practices and strategic development.

Ilara Health

Seed Round in 2019
Ilara Health, founded in 2018 and headquartered in Nairobi, Kenya, focuses on enhancing healthcare access in rural Africa by developing and distributing AI-powered diagnostic devices. These compact devices are designed for primary care doctors in peri-urban and rural clinics, providing accurate and affordable diagnostic services. Ilara Health integrates its technology within a proprietary platform that connects to an electronic medical record system, allowing healthcare providers to efficiently record and manage patient data. By leveraging existing healthcare infrastructure, Ilara Health aims to improve the accessibility and affordability of diagnostic services in underserved regions.

TORA Africa

Pre Seed Round in 2019
TORA Africa is an academy based in Lagos, Nigeria, that specializes in the recruitment, training, verification, insurance, and provision of background-checked drivers for various types of vehicles. Founded in 2019, the company caters to both individuals and businesses, ensuring that all drivers meet stringent safety and reliability standards. In addition to its recruitment and training services, TORA Africa operates a driver platform to facilitate connections between drivers and clients.

Printivo

Seed Round in 2017
Printivo Ltd. is a Nigerian company that offers online printing services tailored for startups and small to medium-sized enterprises. Founded in 2013 and based in Lagos, Printivo provides a diverse array of products, including business cards, banners, flyers, greeting cards, and promotional items such as custom mugs and stickers. The company features an interactive online platform where users can browse and customize hundreds of design templates, allowing them to upload images and insert logos. This service aims to streamline the printing process, making it more efficient and accessible for businesses in Nigeria. By leveraging technology and a wide range of design options, Printivo seeks to enhance the marketing capabilities of its customers and transform the local printing industry.

Vertmance Resources

Seed Round in 2016
Vertmance Resources is a project development company backed by its sponsors' financial and technical resources. The company's headquarters are in Nigeria.
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