M-KOPA is a UK-based fintech company that produces smartphones integrated with financial services to promote financial inclusion in Africa.
African Startups vs Global Startups: What Makes Us Different?
African startups raised $3.3 billion in 2022, significantly less than the $215.9 billion raised by U.S. startups. Over 600 million Africans lack reliable electricity, prompting companies like M-KOPA to provide pay-as-you-go solar systems.
Condia Insider: Mastercard Giveth, 54 Collective…?
54 Collective is facing liquidation after allegedly misusing over $42 million from a Mastercard Foundation grant. The group rerouted $4.59 million to its for-profit counterpart Founders Factory Africa without permission.
Moniepoint, PiggyVest, M-KOPA, Interswitch named among world’s top 300 fintechs by CNBC
Ten African fintechs were named among the world's top 300 fintech companies for 2025. Nigeria had the highest representation with five companies on the list.
Nairobi-Emerging Fintech Surpasses 1 Million Smartphone Sales
M-KOPA surpassed 1 million smartphone sales within 12 months of launch. The company created over 400 new jobs since its establishment in 2023.
Turaco’s bet on M-KOPA’s smartphones expands insurance reach to over 1 million customers
Turaco has partnered with M-KOPA to embed microinsurance into smartphones. The partnership has provided coverage to over one million customers in Kenya.
