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Jackfruit Finance
Nairobi, Kenya
Financial ServicesJackfruit Finance is increasing access to low-cost African private schools.
Total Funding
700K USD
Investor Count
3
Employee Range
10
Year Founded
2021
About Jackfruit Finance
Jackfruit Finance provides affordable loans to private schools in Kenya, helping improve education access. By offering flexible financing, Jackfruit enables schools to expand infrastructure and enhance the learning environment. Their partnerships with organizations like East African Educational Publishers and Instill Education support schools with free textbooks, teacher training, and sustainable buildings. Since its inception, Jackfruit has lent to 317 schools, impacting 137,921 children, with 69% of borrowers being female. The company’s mission is to improve education quality and accessibility across Sub-Saharan Africa through technology, capital, and strategic partnerships.
Financial Services EdTechCo-Founder and CEO
Nairobi, Kenya
Co-Founder & CTO
Nairobi, Kenya
Technologies In Use
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Total Amount Raised
$700K +5.5%Total Funding Rounds
1.00Investor Count
Latest Round
Seed
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