VestedWorld

VestedWorld is a Chicago-based venture capital firm founded in 2014 that focuses on investing in early-stage companies within emerging markets, particularly in Sub-Saharan Africa. The firm targets businesses in sectors such as agribusiness, consumer products and services, and technology-enabled solutions. VestedWorld aims to generate competitive financial returns while fostering growth and development in the markets it serves. The firm not only provides capital but also engages actively in corporate governance and offers strategic and operational support to enhance the potential of its portfolio companies.

Lavanya Anand

Vice President

Euler Bropleh

Founder

Nneka Eze

Managing Director

Trent McKnight

Operating Partner

23 past transactions

Jackfruit Finance

Seed Round in 2024
Jackfruit Finance provides money, technology, and rewards to enable low-cost African schools to expand access to education.

Complete Farmer

Seed Round in 2023
Complete Farmer is an end-to-end digital agriculture platform that provides industries with an easy way to cheaply source for quality farm produce and individuals anywhere in the world with a convenient way to own a farm by eliminating middlemen and farm produce aggregators.

EMTECH

Seed Round in 2023
EMTECH is a fintech company focused on modernizing central banks to enhance financial inclusion and market resilience. Founded in 2019 and headquartered in New York, EMTECH provides a cloud-based platform that facilitates the integration of regulatory compliance and central bank digital currencies. Their offerings include digital regulatory sandboxes for collaborative workflows, digital cash solutions, and tools for cross-border currency integration. By developing scalable and resilient digital infrastructure, EMTECH aims to support central banks in improving their operations and adapting to the demands of the Web3 era.

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.

FarmWorks

Seed Round in 2023
FarmWorks is an agricultural technology company that gives farmers access to farm inputs as well as a market for the produce .FarmWork is to unlock agricultural potential by building clusters of mid-sized farms while working with thousands of small-holder farmers and establishing direct linkage to local and global markets.

Shuttlers

Seed Round in 2023
Shuttlers is a technology-driven bus-sharing company that offers a convenient and affordable transportation solution for professionals in metropolitan areas. Its platform allows users to find, book, and share bus rides for commuting to and from work, ensuring a comfortable and efficient travel experience. By focusing on enhancing the daily commute, Shuttlers aims to provide a safer and more streamlined option for urban commuters, thereby simplifying their transportation needs.

Pivo

Seed Round in 2022
Pivo is a financial hub that allows small & medium businesses across Africa access to all the financial services they need in one place.

BetaStore

Seed Round in 2022
BetaStore operates a business-to-business marketplace designed to connect informal retailers with wholesalers and manufacturers. By providing access to goods at wholesale prices, BetaStore enables retailers to source inventory without the need to visit multiple suppliers or close their shops. This approach not only reduces transaction costs but also allows retailers to purchase only the inventory they need, improving efficiency. Additionally, BetaStore offers working capital support and financing options tailored to the specific risk profiles of its clients, thereby facilitating better access to essential financial services. The company addresses a significant market opportunity in Africa, where the wholesale and retail sector is valued at $270 billion, with over 90% of sales occurring through informal channels.

Yemaachi Biotechnology

Seed Round in 2022
Yemaachi Biotechnology is focused on advancing the diagnosis and treatment of cancer through innovative therapeutic technologies. The company employs immunogenomics, bioinformatics, and artificial intelligence to enhance the development of effective cancer detection and treatment strategies. By leveraging these advanced methodologies, Yemaachi aims to lower the economic burden of cancer and improve patient outcomes through more accurate and efficient therapeutic solutions.

ANKA

Seed Round in 2022
ANKA is an e-commerce platform dedicated to the discovery, purchase, and sale of African fashion, arts, and crafts. Founded in 2015 and based in Abidjan, Ivory Coast, ANKA aims to connect lovers of African creations with local artisans, enabling creators to monetize their work while allowing customers worldwide to access unique products. The platform facilitates direct transactions and exchanges between buyers and sellers, ensuring a user-friendly and secure experience. ANKA offers a diverse range of items, including clothing, jewelry, accessories, and art, promoting the rich cultural heritage and creativity of Africa.

Shuttlers

Seed Round in 2021
Shuttlers is a technology-driven bus-sharing company that offers a convenient and affordable transportation solution for professionals in metropolitan areas. Its platform allows users to find, book, and share bus rides for commuting to and from work, ensuring a comfortable and efficient travel experience. By focusing on enhancing the daily commute, Shuttlers aims to provide a safer and more streamlined option for urban commuters, thereby simplifying their transportation needs.

DrugStoc

Series A in 2021
DrugStoc is a pharmaceutical product procurement platform designed to improve the purchasing experience for healthcare providers in Africa. By offering a seamless end-to-end procurement system, it enables hospitals, pharmacies, and government facilities to access safe and high-quality pharmaceutical products. The platform aims to enhance the availability of medications and healthcare consumables, helping to eliminate counterfeit drugs and simplify the procurement process. DrugStoc's commitment to improving access to affordable healthcare products supports healthcare providers in their mission to deliver better health outcomes across the continent.

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.

GET IT Rwanda

Series A in 2020
GET IT is providing produce and dry goods delivery services, including cold storage, beginning with hotels and restaurants. Through its focus on systems, training and superior execution, GET IT seeks to solve the deficiency of cold storage and logistics services in Rwanda and beyond. The company sources produce directly from farmers, cutting out several middlemen who add little value, providing higher quality products at lower cost. GET IT is also introducing new, high demand products to the East African market.

Sendy

Series B in 2020
Sendy Ltd. is a logistics platform based in Nairobi, Kenya, founded in 2014. The company specializes in providing door-to-door delivery services for e-commerce, facilitating logistics optimization for manufacturers and distributors, and connecting businesses with various transporters. Sendy's platform simplifies the delivery process by allowing businesses to schedule, track, and pay for deliveries in one place, while also offering cashless payment options through mobile technology. With thousands of companies utilizing its services, Sendy aims to empower businesses and individuals by making trade more accessible and efficient.

Agilis Partners

Series A in 2018
Agilis Partners is an agribusiness company focused on enhancing agricultural productivity and sustainability in Africa. The company provides a range of agricultural services aimed at creating an inclusive and efficient staple food system. Its initiatives include acquiring and developing idle land as well as unlocking the potential of Uganda's soils to cultivate crops such as maize, soybeans, and other grains. By doing so, Agilis Partners aims to increase yield potential for farmers, improve long-term soil health, and bolster the resilience of producers against climate change.

Mobius Motors

Series A in 2018
Mobius Motors Ltd. designs, manufactures, and sells vehicles tailored for the African mass market, focusing on the specific needs of consumers in developing regions. Founded in 2011 and based in Nairobi, Kenya, the company produces affordable vehicles that facilitate the transportation of heavy cargo, operate effectively over rough terrains, and serve public transport and goods delivery needs. By providing appropriate transport solutions, Mobius Motors aims to enhance mobility in rural Africa and contribute to a more connected and prosperous continent.

Tomato Jos

Venture Round in 2017
Tomato Jos is an agricultural production company based in Keffi, Nigeria, founded in 2014. The company specializes in producing and distributing high-quality tomato paste while also providing consultancy services to local farmers. Tomato Jos focuses on educating farmers on the best agricultural practices and supplying them with quality inputs, aiming to empower smallholder farmers to enhance their crop yields and efficiency. By combining expert guidance with practical resources, Tomato Jos plays a significant role in improving local agricultural practices and supporting the livelihoods of those in the communities it serves.
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