develoPPP Ventures successfully closes 13 new investments in East Africa

CHARIS UAS delivers high-resolution geospatial data through drones, smart sensors and AI-powered analytics for infrastructure, agriculture, environment and anti-malaria spraying. Its platform and drone services enable its customer to use spatial information, act faster, save costs and increase impact.

EvMak Tanzania offers a payment gateway EvPay and new offering Nuvia, digitizing MSMEs with tools for payments, collections, and analytics – overcoming major hurdles to growth by enabling financial separation, cash flow tracking, and informed decisions.

GOAL 3 provides IMPALA, a ward-based patient monitoring and decision-support system – multi-parameter monitors, local server and tablet app – built for offline use and integration with national systems to standardize early detection and response in neonatal, pediatric and maternity care.

Grounded creates biodegradable cleaning and personal care products from locally farmed ingredients, combining retail, e-commerce, and white-label partnerships to promote sustainable living and reduce chemical pollution.

Kayko Group provides affordable digital financial tools and point-of-sale systems that help African MSMEs digitize operations and gain financial visibility. Through subscriptions and hardware sales, it facilitates credit access and moves businesses into the formal economy.

Marula Proteen converts urban organic waste into, high-quality, sustainable protein-rich animal feed and nutrient-rich organic fertilizer using Black Soldier Fly larvae. They tackle waste management, produce sustainable agricultural inputs and create local employment.

Omiflo uses plant-based biotechnology to treat wastewater in decentralized, energy- and chemical-free systems for urban developments and institutions, reducing water pollution, meeting freshwater demand and enhancing overall water security.

Rada 360 is a space-tech company that leverages satellite imagery, Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR), and AI-powered geospatial analytics to deliver actionable insights for agriculture, environmental monitoring, and disaster management, primarily in Africa. Its impact is centered on increasing climate resilience, optimizing agricultural productivity, and enabling sustainable resource management.

SaveDirectly is a fintech platform that digitizes informal savings groups (Ibimina) and facilitates “save now, buy later” services via USSD and mobile apps. It enables users to save collectively, access micro-loans for small businesses, and manage financial contributions.

Silverleaf operates affordable, tech-enabled primary schools and a Talent Academy. The blended training program of the Talent Academy combines in-person instruction with digital lessons and AI-powered pedagogy, transforming education and fostering a new generation of highly skilled, future-ready teachers.

Sumet Technologies is a tech-enabled Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) distribution company. Its primary mission is to modernize and streamline the supply chain for informal, small-scale retailers across Africa, using data-driven insights to improve market access for brands and increase efficiency for shop owners.

Also known as Tanganyika Blue is a sustainable aquaculture company in Tanzania focused on farming native Tanganyika Tilapia in cages within Lake Tanganyika. Its primary goal is to reduce pressure on wild fish stocks, which have declined due to overfishing and climate change, while providing a sustainable protein source for the local population.

Zana Africa is a social enterprise based in Kenya that empowers women and girls through a combined approach of providing safe, affordable, and eco-friendly sanitary pads alongside reproductive health education. ZanaAfrica seeks to foster confidence, improve health outcomes and help girls stay in school.