Fido

Proud to see Noa Lubin and Lotem Even Zahav represent Fido at the ML for Fraud event! They delivered a talk on how we use machine learning to combat fraud and drive financial inclusion for the unbanked across Africa. At Fido, we're committed to leveraging technology to provide accessible financial solutions and empower communities. Exciting to see our work being shared with the tech community! #MachineLearning #FinancialInclusion #FraudDetection #TechForGood

We officially launched the iOS version of our app in #Uganda! 🚀 Now, over 3M iOS users can enjoy seamless access to instant loans of up to UGX 4,200,000—no collateral, no hidden fees, just fast, flexible credit anytime, anywhere. This milestone ensures that our innovative financial services are more accessible than ever! This milestone brings us closer to our mission of driving financial inclusion and empowering more people with access to the credit they need. #FinancialInclusion #InstantLoans #FidoApp #FastCredit #Uganda #iOSLaunch #AffordableLoans

Rewarding Dedication & Going the Extra Mile At Fido, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the exceptional efforts of our team. Recently, we organized a special safari trip to Uganda for a group of employees who have consistently demonstrated unwavering dedication and a tireless work ethic. These individuals are always willing to go the extra mile, no matter the challenge, to ensure our customers receive the best possible service. Their commitment and passion are invaluable assets that drive our continued growth and success. We're proud to have team members who embody our core values, and this safari adventure was our way of thanking them for their outstanding contributions. Moments like these strengthen our company culture and inspire us all to strive for excellence. Shout out to our stars; Judith Kpodo, Shahaf Doron, Lotem Even Zahav, Kennedy Senyo Agbeko, Eric Kalulu, Stephen Agbenyega, Mohammed Abubakar & Ronnie Atwine #EmployeeEngagement #TeamBuilding #CorpCulture #CorporateRewards #FidoCredit

We’re proud to share that Emmanuel Oketa, Fido’s Managing Director in Uganda, represented us at the Digital & Financial Inclusion Summit 2024 featuring the Digital Impact Awards Africa hosted by HiPipo. This year's theme, "Maximizing the Digital Dividend," spotlighted advancements in digital and financial inclusion across Africa, with insights on fintech innovation. This impactful event brought together leading minds to discuss strategies for advancing financial inclusion across Africa, resonating deeply with our mission to support unbanked and underserved communities. Emmanuel’s participation underlines Fido’s commitment to driving meaningful conversations and solutions that empower individuals and small businesses through financial technology. We at Fido are thrilled to have been nominated for the FinTech Start-up of the year where we received a Certificate of Excellence. This is a testament of our commitment to empower individuals and entrepreneurs to take charge of their future by providing financial services that are inclusive, instant, and easily accessible through our innovative digital products. #Fido #DIAA2024 #IncludeEveryone #LevelOneProject

Last week was incredible! We joined forces with Paystack to host the Accra Tech Mixer, bringing together bright minds from Ghana's tech ecosystem. Thanks to everyone who came out to connect, share ideas, and build meaningful relationships. These gatherings strengthen our tech community and foster innovation in Accra's growing digital landscape. Looking forward to hosting more events that bring our tech community together! #AccraTech #TechInGhana #NetworkingEvent #TechCommunity #Fido #Paystack

Tech folks of Accra, this one's for you! Mark your calendars for the Accra Tech Mixer happening tomorrow, at the Fido Office, Osu! Come enjoy a time of quality networking. See you soon! RSVP here: https://lu.ma/4xijkpwd

We're proud to share a meaningful moment from our recent visit to Kingdom Schools in Tanzania, where our CTO Guy Shaked personally delivered a laptop donation as part of Fido's commitment to digital empowerment. This initiative stemmed from an inspiring conversation between our CEO Alon Eitan and Kingdom Schools' Principal, Lucien Mollel, at the BlueOrchard Finance Ltd Impact Summit. At Fido, our mission of empowerment extends beyond financial services. By supporting digital literacy in African schools, we're investing in the next generation of innovators and entrepreneurs. #DigitalEducation #SocialImpact #CorporateResponsibility #AfricanEducation #TechForGood #FidoCares

Exciting news! Our Director of Engineering, Dor Hanegby will be speaking at PyCon Africa 2024. Join us on Sept 26 at 10:15 AM at the CEDI Conference Center, University of Ghana, to learn about 'Scaling Financial Services with Python Asyncio: A Fido Case Study.' Don't miss this opportunity to gain insights into how we're leveraging cutting-edge technology to revolutionize financial services. #PyConAfrica2024 #FinTech #PythonDevelopment #FidoInnovation

There was this hardworking mother who worked as an auxiliary nurse. Between the irregular work hours, alternating day and night shifts, and caring for children, she constantly struggled with balance. Never mind that the income was never enough. “Do I quit? do I find another job? Do I move into another sector?…..” She was haunted by the very same questions a lot of single parents are familiar with, especially as their kids are growing and they fear that their constant absence could wreck havoc on raising their children. Left with little options, this woman came up with an idea to set up a table-top business, initially to supplement her income, but also with the hope that it grows to one day become her primary income source. As a salaried worker, her first point of call was her bank. After all, her salary had been paid into that account consistently for many years, so getting a small facility to start a business should be a no-brainer. To her biggest surprise, she couldn’t access a facility, for reasons that are too many to list here. She was shattered…. Today, this woman owns three stores selling fruits and vegetables, and has employed 3 people. She has successfully educated her children, and has her sights on expanding her business further. This is the true story of an actual Fido customer, and just one of over one million customers that fido has served, disbursing over half a billion dollars to them and providing them with a range of other financial services. Their story always starts with one small collateral-free facility, and Fido’s willingness to take a bet on them.… Her story and countless others, is what keeps us up at night. The impact is real, it is life-changing, and it is targeted at where it is needed the most: the unbanked and the underbanked, including those with no prior financial history. And we are both excited and humbled to have recently hunted down 30 million more reasons to do what we do best, one dollar at a time. So if you’ve been wondering where I’ve been, and why I’ve been quite on LinkedIn these past few months, the answer is summed up in an African proverb: “hunting and noise don’t go together.” Nice to be back, and thanks to all those who checked-in during the hunting season. It is back to work now, for unto whom much is given, much is expected.

🚀 Exciting News from Fido! 🚀 Fido has successfully raised $20M in Series-B funding, led by BlueOrchard Finance Ltd and FMO - Dutch entrepreneurial development bank, to drive our expansion across Africa. Additionally, we've secured $10M in debt funding from Stanbic Bank Ghana and Growth Investment Partners (GIP). This funding will enable us to further our mission of making financial services accessible to the unbanked by expanding our reach into new markets and enhancing our product offerings. With this investment, we’re ready to bring our innovative financial solutions, including small business loans, savings, and personalized insurance, to even more individuals and small businesses across Africa. Backed by our advanced AI-driven Fido Score, we’ll continue to deliver secure, reliable financial services to those traditionally underserved by the banking system. Thank you to BlueOrchard Finance Ltd, FMO - Dutch entrepreneurial development bank, Stanbic Bank Ghana, and Growth Investment Partners (GIP) for their trust and support. Together, we’re building a brighter financial future for millions across #Africa. Read the full story here https://lnkd.in/dMB3Xxpc #FinTech #FinancialInclusion #Unbanked #AfricanStartups #DigitalBanking #Growth #Innovation #FidoMoneyLending #Investment