We Accelerate Africa's Most Promising Fintech Ventures.
We Support Fintech Startups to Grow
and Create Impact.
Introduction
The PesaTech Accelerator is a fintech ecosystem acceleration program launched by UNCDF in Tanzania in 2022 to catalyze the growth of innovative fintech enterprises. Building on the success of previous cohorts that supported 22 fintechs and unlocked over $ 13 million in investments, Cohort 3 will further strengthen Tanzania’s fintech ecosystem through targeted technical assistance and catalytic funding. With funding from the European Union, UNCDF is partnering with Anza Entrepreneurs, NMB Bank, Airtel Tanzania, and IPF Software to implement PesaTech Cohort 3.
Our Approach
The program adopted a comprehensive acceleration model that combined hands-on technical assistance, curated masterclasses, specialized clinics, and continuous mentorship. Startups underwent diagnostic assessments to identify growth bottlenecks across compliance, financial management, product refinement, user acquisition, governance, and investor preparedness.
Through structured bootcamps, clinics, and tailored advisory support, founders refined value propositions, strengthened regulatory alignment, improved customer experience, and developed investment-ready growth plans. Technical mentors and sector experts provided one-on-one guidance on UX/UI, product development, data protection, business modelling, partnership building, and capital raising. The program also facilitated ecosystem linkages with regulators, banks, mobile network operators, investors, and other digital finance actors.
Target Impact
The accelerator aimS to strengthen Tanzania’s fintech ecosystem by equipping entrepreneurs with the skills, tools, and networks required to build viable, scalable, and compliant solutions. Startups enhanced their operational capacity, improved financial and governance systems, and refined market-entry strategies. Many achieved stronger investor readiness through improved financial storytelling, pitch refinement, and compliance alignment. Others expanded their customer base and unlocked new partnership opportunities with banks, telcos, and corporate partners.
PesaTech Accelerator 2 Cohort
Shule Yetu
Shule Yetu uses Artificial Intelligence, data science, and machine learning to address financial barriers to quality education by providing a digital school management system that improves administrative efficiency.
Simplitech
Simplitech offers a user-friendly tax invoicing solution that streamlines tax compliance, easing the significant burdens businesses face in navigating Tanzania’s complex and evolving regulatory environment.
Medpack
MedPack provides an integrated platform that connects suppliers with healthcare providers, ensuring timely and affordable access to essential medical supplies. By streamlining procurement processes, it reduces costs strengthening patient care.
BizyTech
Bizy Tech uses mobile technology to provide accessible banking and micro-loan services, addressing the financial exclusion faced by many Tanzanians. Its platform allows users to manage finances, make transactions, and access credit directly from their mobile devices. limited or nonexistent.
Eldizer
KiasiApp provides an easy-to-use platform that enables users to set financial goals and save regularly through mobile money accounts. In a context where financial exclusion is common and saving habits are weak, the service promotes greater financial stability and resilience.
Kiasi
KiasiApp provides an easy-to-use platform that enables users to set financial goals and save regularly through mobile money accounts. In a context where financial exclusion is common and saving habits are weak, the service promotes greater financial stability and resilience. shocks.
Swahilies
Swahilies delivers a comprehensive financial operating system for SMEs, offering inventory management, payment solutions, and real-time analytics to improve productivity and decision-making.
Lindapesa
Lindapesa delivers micro-lending solutions that simplify loan access for SMEs, enabling quick decision-making and providing essential capital for growth. Its streamlined application process ensures that even small businesses in underserved communities can secure timely financing. and make data-driven decisions.
Amala
Amala Technologies provides core banking systems plus mobile and internet banking applications that strengthen accessibility and efficiency within traditional banking. financial inclusion. As highlighted by the World Bank.
Hashtech
Hashtech delivers IoT-based and electronic ticketing solutions designed to eliminate ticket fraud and enhance efficiency in public transportation systems. By digitizing the ticketing process, the company ensures transparent revenue collection and reduces fraud-related losses for transport authorities.