Invest In Untapped Global: Digital Finance for Impact

Untapped Global is on a mission to reshape investing in emerging markets, providing global investors access to high-impact, high-growth businesses across Africa.

The time to invest in Africa is now. In Africa alone, SMEs account for an estimated 80% of total employment but more than 50% of these vital businesses lack access to affordable financing solutions. The median age in Africa is 19, and by 2050 the continent will become home to the largest and youngest population globally (McKinsey Report). Smartphone adoption will grow from 51% to 87% by 2030 (Ecofin Report). Mobile access is rapidly increasing, infrastructure gaps are closing due to global investment, and the economy is undergoing a digital transformation. More Africans are joining the global economy than ever before, which also means more mouths to feed, shelters to provide, and jobs to create.

To support the rapid population and economic growth in Africa, we need new ways to connect global capital to the businesses on the ground providing essential products and services to their communities. Technology is making it possible. Small businesses in Africa are using new-age technology to drive an inclusive finance revolution across the continent. Fintechs (or financial technology companies)are using newly available data and digital payments to make it faster and easier to reach small businesses and entrepreneurs in emerging markets, and invest in companies that more traditional financiers such as microfinance, banks, and venture capital cannot service. 

Untapped Global’s Smart Asset Financing model uses real-time data to streamline investment in mobility, healthcare, financial services, water, and clean energy providers. Since 2021, we’ve deployed over $15M across Africa, impacting over 33,000 entrepreneurs through our portfolio of 60 companies across 16 markets.

Join us in bridging the financing gap and supporting Africa’s growth!