We're building the infrastructure to change that. Powered by AI, grounded in Ubuntu.
of Africa's trade is informal
invisible market waiting to be unlocked
of traders unseen and underserved
Over 85% of Africa's trade is informal. This invisible market means unseen, unsupported, and underserved. We're building the infrastructure to change that. Powered by AI, grounded in Ubuntu.
Afro Ubuntu TradeNet is a digital platform created to bring Africa's invisible economy online and provide Africa with a bridge to global trade. We want to empower small businesses and traders across the continent by connecting them with opportunity, insight, and fairer trade through technology grounded in Ubuntu. The belief that we rise by lifting each other - "I am because we are".
As a data-first enabler of the informal economy, we aim to unlock trade corridors, attract investment, and fuel entrepreneurship. We're not just facilitating transactions, we're building trust, accelerating trade intelligence, and enabling credit visibility at the very edge of the economy for the unconnected, the unbanked, and the overlooked.
Opening pathways for African commerce
Creating reliable trading relationships
Bringing capital to informal markets
Empowering the next generation of traders
"I am, because we are"
This ancient African wisdom guides our every decision. We believe that by lifting each other up, we create a stronger, more inclusive economy for all.
Join us in transforming Africa's trade landscape. Together, we can unlock the potential of the informal economy.
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