Tugende
Overview
Tugende is a for-profit social enterprise established in 2012 in Uganda. The company utilizes asset financing, technology, and a customer-centric model to assist informal sector entrepreneurs, particularly motorcycle taxi drivers, in owning income-generating assets. By providing lease-to-own plans for motorcycles and other business assets, Tugende enables clients to build verifiable digital credit profiles and access future growth opportunities through its digital platform. Operating in Uganda and Kenya, Tugende has financed over 52,000 clients and employs more than 800 full-time staff. The company's mission is to help people help themselves by addressing the credit gap for small businesses in Africa and fostering economic independence among micro-entrepreneurs.
Investment Focus
- National ID
- Two guarantors
- Active phone number
- Approval from the vetting visit
- Age between 18 and 60
- Minimum 12 months of operating a boda boda
- Minimum 6 months at the current stage
- No previous loan default with Tugende
- Ability to present two eligible guarantors between 23 and 65 years old
Portfolio Companies
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Unlock full contacts →Frequently asked questions about Tugende
What sectors does Tugende invest in?
Tugende invests in Financial Services, Technology, Healthcare, Energy, Real Estate and Telecommunications, and is based in Warszawa, Poland. Tugende is listed as a private investment firm in the ConnectSafely investor database.
What stage does Tugende invest at?
Tugende backs companies at Seed, Early Stage, Growth, Late Stage, Buyout and Turnaround, writing cheques of 500K - 5M.
Which regions does Tugende invest in?
Tugende invests across Kenya and Uganda.
What companies has Tugende invested in?
Tugende's portfolio includes Tugende Financial Services.
How do I contact Tugende?
Tugende's contact details — including LinkedIn — are listed in the ConnectSafely investor database, along with its website and the LinkedIn profiles of the team.
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