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FasterCapital welcomes SYSTEM GHANA to EquityPilot to bridge Ghana’s digital divide

Accra, Ghana & Dubai, UAE — 22 Feb 2026

Ghana’s public sector and many MSMEs remain underserved by reliable broadband despite national digitization initiatives in education, health, and agriculture. As ministries and agencies roll out e-learning, telemedicine, and data-driven agricultural services, demand for enterprise-grade, resilient connectivity is rising across both urban and peri‑urban regions. SYSTEM GHANA Limited enters EquityPilot positioned to address this urgent infrastructure and service gap.

What the Startup Delivers?

System Ghana Limited (Save Your Soul Telecom & Electronic Management Ghana Ltd) provides enterprise-grade internet services built on fiber-optic gateways with radio backup to ensure high availability for government MDAs, MSMEs, and select multinational clients. The company pairs installations and equipment supply with training, real-time capacity monitoring tools, and proactive field support—targeting predictable, contract-driven revenue from public sector digitization projects and recurring subscriptions from business customers.

Why Now?

Government procurement and public-sector digitization are creating predictable, multi-year demand for dependable connectivity in schools, clinics, and agricultural centres. Larger incumbents have concentrated on high-value urban markets; SYSTEM GHANA’s focused service model and redundancy-driven technical design create a timely alternative for institutions that need guaranteed uptime and responsive local support.

Program Plan (first 30–60 days)

Under EquityPilot, FasterCapital will work with SYSTEM GHANA to refine execution milestones, sharpen go-to-market materials for government procurement cycles, and prioritize pilot deployments in Greater Accra and targeted regional hubs. Initial program workstreams include customer-ready case materials for MDAs, operational readiness checks for the network operations center, and sales pipeline support to accelerate pilot-to-contract conversions in the first two months.

Leadership Comment

Hesham Zreik, Founder and CEO of FasterCapital, said: ‘We’re excited to support SYSTEM GHANA Limited through EquityPilot. Our team will focus on execution milestones and connecting the startup with the right ecosystem stakeholders.’ Hesham Zreik will also engage directly with SYSTEM GHANA’s leadership during the program.

Next 90 Days

- Complete equipment procurement and fiber/radio deployments for pilot sites.

- Onboard initial MDA pilot clients and deliver training to local IT teams.

- Validate monitoring dashboards and SLA reporting with pilot customers.

- Build case studies to accelerate procurement approvals and MSME sales.

Founder background

SYSTEM GHANA’s leadership combines long-standing telecommunications operations experience with digital marketing and B2B sales expertise. The founding team’s industry relationships and on-the-ground experience in Ghana’s regulatory and government procurement landscape are core advantages for winning and delivering public-sector contracts.

Ecosystem relevance

Participation in EquityPilot connects SYSTEM GHANA with FasterCapital’s mentor network, investor introductions, and technical advisors supporting procurement navigation, operational scaling, and early commercial traction across targeted Ghanaian regions.

About SYSTEM GHANA Limited

SYSTEM GHANA Limited (Save Your Soul Telecom & Electronic Management Ghana Ltd) is a Ghanaian telecommunications startup delivering enterprise-grade fiber connectivity with radio backup for government ministries, departments and agencies, MSMEs, and select multinational clients. The company emphasizes reliability (99.9% uptime), transparent monitoring tools, and hands-on field support to accelerate public-sector digitization and local business digital transformation.

About FasterCapital

FasterCapital is a global venture builder and online incubator dedicated to co-funding and co-founding innovative startups. Established in 2014, we are now #1 venture builder in terms of number of startups that we have helped, money invested and money raised. It supports startups worldwide through various programs, including funding assistance, business development, and technical support. The EquityPilot program is designed to help early-stage startups build scalable solutions with mentorship, strategic guidance, and network support.

FasterCapital backs FnmiLove Academy (FLA) through EquityPilot

Lagos, Nigeria & Dubai, UAE — Feb 21, 2026

Lead Fastercapital Announces Its Acceptance Of FunmiLove Academy (Fla) Into Equitypilot, A Program Designed To Provide Execution-Focused Support To Early-Stage Teams. The Collaboration Aims To Help Fla Accelerate The Rollout Of Hands-On Vocational Training And Practical Student Enterprises That Connect Learners To Local And International Opportunities.

Nut Graf Fastercapital’s Equitypilot Will Focus, In The First 30–60 Days, On Refining Fla’s Execution Plan, Strengthening Go-To-Market Messaging, And Preparing Investor-Ready Materials To Support Campus Setup And Student Acquisition Efforts.

Why It Matters? 

Africa Faces A Persistent Youth Employment And Skills Gap, With Many Young People Underemployed Or Lacking Access To Practical, Affordable Training. Fnmi -Love Academy (Fla) Targets This Challenge By Delivering Vocational And Creative Programs That Are Designed To Be Job-Creating And Job-Attracting, Preparing Youth For Technical Roles And Entrepreneurship Across Multiple Sectors.

What The Startup Delivers? 

Fla Is A Skills-Focused Vocational Institution Based In Lekki Peninsula Scheme Ii, Ajah, Lagos That Offers Project-Based Courses Including Hairdressing And Beauty, Fashion, Technical Trades, Robotics, Content Creation, And Construction Disciplines. The Model Pairs Classroom Instruction With Commercial Practice (For Example, A Hair And Beauty Lounge) So Students Can Earn While Learning And Complete Community Service Hours As Part Of Certification.

Why Now? 

Timing Demand For Employable, Technical Talent Is Rising Across African Labor Markets. Fla’s Combination Of Practical Facilities, Optional Boarding, And Pathways To Business Ownership Aims To Fill Local Employer Needs And Provide Alternatives For Youth Who Are Less Academic-Oriented But Skills-Driven.

What Fastercapital Will Provide?

- Hands-On Execution Planning And Milestone Definition Tailored To Fla’s Campus And Program Rollout - Fundraising Readiness Support, Including Refinement Of Investor Materials And Pitch Strategy - Introductions To Relevant Ecosystem Stakeholders And Potential Employer Networks - Guidance On Digital Learning And Operational Models To Support Scalable Campus Expansion

Program Plan (First 30–60 Days)

Initial Work Will Review Fla’s Operational Blueprint, Prioritize Accreditation And Curriculum Needs, Refine Revenue And Student-Acquisition Assumptions, And Prepare A Tightened Investor Pitch And Materials Suitable For Angel And Impact-Focused Engagement. Activities Will Be Coordinated To Minimize Disruption To Fla’s Ongoing Preparations For Its First-Year Intake.

Leadership Comment

“Hesham Zreik, Founder And Ceo Of Fastercapital, Said: ‘We’re Excited To Support Fnmi -Love Academy (Fla) Through Equitypilot. Our Team Will Focus On Execution Milestones And Connecting The Startup With The Right Ecosystem Stakeholders.’” 

Next 90 Days

Upcoming Milestones Include Finalizing Campus Plans For A 500-Capacity Initial Site And Student Hostels, Completing Curriculum And Facilitator Recruitment, Launching A Pilot Practical Shop For Student Enterprises, And Engaging Early-Stage Investors For The Foundation Phase.

About Fnmi -Love Academy (Fla)

Fnmi -Love Academy (Fla) Is A Vocational School And Part Of Fnmi -Love Group Of Companies, Founded By Ms. Funmilola Alabi. Fla Focuses On Practical, Project-Based Courses That Develop Entrepreneurial And Employable Skills Across Creative, Technical, And Service Sectors. The Group Also Operates A Salon And An Empowerment Foundation And Emphasizes Community Service As Part Of Its Training Model.

About Fastercapital

Fastercapital Works With Founders To Turn Plans Into Execution Through Structured Milestones, Hands-On Support, And Guidance That Improves Fundraising Readiness. With Programs Including Equitypilot, Fastercapital Helps Startups Sharpen Positioning, Validate Priorities, And Connect With Relevant Ecosystem Stakeholders. 

Funmi Love Academy joins EquityPilot to scale vocational training in Lagos

Lagos, Nigeria & Dubai, UAE — February 21, 2026 

Nigeria’s youth unemployment remains a pressing challenge, with many young people lacking practical, market-ready skills. Vocational training that combines technical instruction with entrepreneurship and placement support can convert latent talent into sustainable livelihoods and emerging small businesses across creative and technical sectors.

What the Startup Delivers?

Funmi Love Academy is a vocational school in Lekki Peninsula Scheme II, Ajah, Lagos, that trains youths (16–30) across hairdressing, beauty & esthiology, interior decoration & event planning, classical dance, and mechanical & technical skills. Programs include diploma and advanced diploma tracks (VRQ certification), short courses, and industry masterclasses. Students also receive life-skills modules entrepreneurship, finance, leadership, and marketing and mandatory community service to strengthen civic engagement.

Why Now? 

Demand for industry-ready talent in service and creative sectors is growing locally and across Africa. Employers increasingly value certified, practically trained candidates who can contribute immediately. Funmi Love Academy is positioned to convert this demand into measurable employment outcomes and social impact.

Program Plan (first 30–60 days)

Through EquityPilot, FasterCapital will work with Funmi Love Academy to refine its execution roadmap, strengthen curriculum-to-employment pathways, and operationalize the on-site beauty parlor as both a training lab and cash-flow generator. Initial activities include curriculum gap analysis, placement partnership outreach, franchise-readiness assessment for full-time graduates, and setup of monitoring metrics for employment and entrepreneurship outcomes.

Leadership Comment

Hesham Zreik, Founder and CEO of FasterCapital, said: ‘We’re excited to support Funmi Love Academy through EquityPilot. Our team will focus on execution milestones and connecting the startup with the right ecosystem stakeholders.’

Founder background

Funmi Love Academy was founded by Ms Funmilola Alabi in 2023. Ms Alabi brings 20+ years of professional experience in the hair and beauty industry in Nigeria and abroad, a Women’s Hairdressing qualification from Kensington and Chelsea College (UK), and an (Hons) Bachelor’s Degree in Travel and Tourism from the University of West London.

Funding readiness note

Funmi Love Academy has an articulated growth plan and is actively seeking investment to establish a college-style campus and on-site beauty parlor to deepen practical training and generate operating revenue. The startup has previously outlined a capital requirement and is open to investor discussions.

Next 90 Days

Key near-term milestones include: completing a facilities and curriculum audit, launching the on-site beauty parlor pilot, establishing at least three employer or placement partnerships, and defining franchise-readiness criteria for the first cohort of full-time graduates.

About Funmi Love Academy

Funmi Love Academy develops active skills for youths and young adults (16–30), offering certified vocational programs and life-skills training. Located at 19 Flora Adenuga Street, Lekki-Scheme 2, Abraham Adesanya, Lagos, the academy emphasizes creativity-led innovation and community service.

About FasterCapital

FasterCapital supports startups globally by providing execution-focused support, fundraising readiness guidance, and access to an ecosystem of mentors, partners, and investors. Through programs such as EquityPilot, FasterCapital helps founders strengthen strategy, refine materials, and accelerate progress toward measurable milestones. 

E-Shneta Joins EquityPilot to Digitize Kosovo’s Medicine Supply

Pristina, Kosovo & Dubai, UAE — Feb 20, 2026

Kosovo’s healthcare system faces persistent information gaps around medicine availability, stock transparency, and patient access. Citizens report frequent shortages and pay higher out-of-pocket costs due to fragmented supply visibility. E-Shneta addresses this gap by creating a centralized, real-time digital health infrastructure linking public and private pharmacies with patients, providers, and health-system workflows.

What the Startup Delivers?

E-Shneta is a modular digital platform that digitizes and manages an essential medicines list (over 300 SKUs, ~€70M in value), integrates 101 public pharmacies, and onboards roughly 900 private pharmacies via mobile apps (Android and iOS) with GPS-enabled search and real-time stock visibility. The platform is designed to evolve into an AI-enabled health services marketplace offering physician schedules, appointment booking, chronic-disease refill management, and cross-border service visibility.

Customer validation

Independent research and user surveys show strong demand: more than 97% of citizens indicate they would use a mobile app for medicine information and nearest-pharmacy guidance. Reported information failures include 70% difficulty finding accurate availability and 96% saying lack of transparency increases costs evidence of product-market fit for a national launch.

Why Now?

Fragmentation and manual processes leave patients exposed to shortages and unnecessary spending while public health stakeholders lack consolidated, real-time inventory data. Regionally, several neighboring markets also lack integrated pharmacy stock systems, creating an opportunity to scale a harmonized operating layer for medicine visibility and care coordination.

Program Plan (first 30–60 days)

Under EquityPilot, E-Shneta will: - Finalize interoperability and security audits for public pharmacy integration; - Launch the consumer mobile apps and public awareness campaign in Kosovo; - Begin onboarding priority private pharmacies and set KPIs for stock-update compliance; - Establish technical and regulatory readiness templates for planned regional rollout.

Proof Financially conservative projections show path to profitability within three years and strong upside from regional expansion. Operational deployment already demonstrates consolidated management of the national essential medicines list and integration of core public pharmacy sites.

Leadership Comment

“Hesham Zreik, Founder and CEO of FasterCapital, said: ‘We’re excited to support E-Shneta through EquityPilot. Our team will focus on execution milestones and connecting the startup with the right ecosystem stakeholders.’”

Next 90 Days

E-Shneta will complete public-pharmacy onboarding, release consumer apps, begin private-pharmacy onboarding targets (20–30% in year two), and pilot the chronic-refill and appointment-booking modules with selected clinical partners. Regulatory engagement for regional expansion will proceed in parallel.

About E-Shneta

E-Shneta is building a foundational digital health infrastructure for Kosovo that centralizes medicine availability, pharmacy locations, and healthcare services into a single, AI-enabled platform. The project aims to increase transparency, reduce out-of-pocket spending, and enable efficient medicine management for citizens and health systems.

About FasterCapital

FasterCapital is a global venture builder and online incubator dedicated to co-funding and co-founding innovative startups. Established in 2014, we are now #1 venture builder in terms of number of startups that we have helped, money invested and money raised. It supports startups worldwide through various programs, including funding assistance, business development, and technical support. The EquityPilot program is designed to help early-stage startups build scalable solutions with mentorship, strategic guidance, and network support.

Bankberry enters EquityPilot program to accelerate zero-balance accounts and micro-loans

India & Dubai, UAE — 19 Feb 2026

India’s smallholder farmers and rural retailers remain dramatically underserved by formal credit: low collateral availability and limited credit histories constrain pre- and post-harvest financing. Bankberry addresses this systemic gap at a time when digital onboarding and layered fintech-banking models can rapidly expand financial access across targeted states. FasterCapital’s EquityPilot will support Bankberry’s regional rollout across Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Maharashtra and Kerala.

What the Startup Delivers?

Bankberry is building an end-to-end financial services platform for farmers, retailers and FPOs that combines: - Zero-balance savings and current accounts for farmers, retailers and FPOs; - Micro-lending without collateral (ticket sizes INR 5K–300K, focused on INR 5K–100K for most customers); - A fintech stack with neo-bank and lending platform integrations, and an FLDG (First Loan Defaulter Guarantee) distribution model; and - Crop and livestock insurance, supplier finance, bill discounting and working capital products routed through FPOs and retail channels.

Why Now?

Rapid digitization of account opening, increased acceptance of alternative credit signals, and growing institutional interest in agri-finance create a window to onboard farmers at scale. Bankberry’s initial focus on Tamil Nadu and Karnataka allows the team to prove operational workflows, KYC-driven onboarding and FLDG flows before broader expansion.

Program Plan (first 30–60 days)

Under EquityPilot, FasterCapital will work with Bankberry to: - Finalize execution milestones for technology stabilization and customer onboarding flows; - Validate acquisition channels at Hobli and FPO levels for initial rollouts in Hosur, Krishnagiri and Madurai; and - Connect Bankberry with banking, NBFC and insurance players for co-lending and insurance integrations.

Leadership Comment

“Hesham Zreik, Founder and CEO of FasterCapital, said: ‘We’re excited to support Bankberry through EquityPilot. Our team will focus on execution milestones and connecting the startup with the right ecosystem stakeholders.’”

Founder background

Bankberry is led by Balaji Chavan (CEO), who brings 23 years of experience across IBM, Tesco, HP, Accenture and Capgemini, plus entrepreneurial and audit experience. The leadership bench also includes CFO Akshay Sriram (ACCA) and regional lead Kashinath Rai, supported by advisor Allen R. Wazny.

Competitive landscape

The market includes lenders and agri-commerce players such as Samunnati, Avanti Financing, Jai Kisan and DeHaat. Bankberry differentiates by bundling zero-balance digital accounts, micro-lending without collateral via FLDG, and downstream insurance and supplier finance for FPOs and retailers.

Next 90 Days

Bankberry will execute targeted Hobli-level marketing, onboard five initial FPOs (~5,000 farmers), deploy closed-loop co-lending integrations, and operationalize the call center/BOT and shared FAO services. FasterCapital will help refine the GTM, onboarding KPIs and partner introductions.

About Bankberry

Bankberry is a financial services platform focused on enabling farmers, retailers and Farmer Producer Organizations with digital accounts, collateral-free micro-lending and integrated insurance and supplier finance. The company’s product roadmap includes neo-banking integrations, expanded lending tiers and digital crop and livestock insurance.

About FasterCapital

FasterCapital is a global venture builder and online incubator dedicated to co-funding and co-founding innovative startups. Established in 2014, we are now #1 venture builder in terms of number of startups that we have helped, money invested and money raised. It supports startups worldwide through various programs, including funding assistance, business development, and technical support. The EquityPilot program is designed to help early-stage startups build scalable solutions with mentorship, strategic guidance, and network support.

FasterCapital welcomes Pilot and Passenger Protection and Rescue Mechanism to EquityPilot program

Kazakhstan & Dubai, UAE — Feb 19, 2026

Aviation safety remains a top priority for regulators, manufacturers and operators as the industry adopts new vehicle types and continues to pursue incremental safety gains. Emerging concepts that reimagine crash protection and post-impact survivability could influence future certification requirements and aftermarket safety systems. FasterCapital’s EquityPilot program is engaging with innovators advancing unconventional approaches to occupant protection to help convert conceptual designs into testable prototypes and credible regulatory dossiers.

What the Startup Delivers?

Pilot and Passenger Protection and Rescue Mechanism proposes a passenger protective capsule system that combines a multi-layer enclosure, AI-backed control logic and redundant sensors with autonomous GPS locating and short-duration independent power. The concept aims to protect occupants from mechanical shock and thermal loads during certain emergencies, with rapid-deploy mechanisms for encapsulation and a tracked locator for search-and-rescue operations.

Why Now? 

Aviation’s technology landscape is broadening with the rise of electric vertical takeoff and landing vehicles, increased automation, and renewed focus on post-crash survivability creating a window to test non-traditional safety concepts at small scale. Early-stage support can speed transition from schematic ideas to validated prototypes, allowing rigorous engineering, materials testing and regulatory dialogue before larger capital commitments.

Program Plan (first 30–60 days)

Over the first 30–60 days inside EquityPilot, FasterCapital and the startup team will: - Establish an execution roadmap with milestone-based deliverables for feasibility engineering and prototyping; - Define test plans and regulatory engagement touchpoints relevant to crashworthiness and airworthiness authorities; - Prioritize immediate hires and supplier sourcing required for bench testing and materials validation.

Leadership Comment

Hesham Zreik, Founder and CEO of FasterCapital, said: “We’re excited to support Pilot and Passenger Protection and Rescue Mechanism through EquityPilot. Our team will focus on execution milestones and connecting the startup with the right ecosystem stakeholders.”

Founder background

The project team lists engineers and aviation specialists contributing to the concept and documentation, including Bolshakov Sergey, Alexander, Beishe uulu Nurtilek, Bakyt Aytkulov and Evgeny Guryev. EquityPilot will work with the founders to consolidate technical CVs into role-based hire plans and to validate claimed testing history and patent filings.

Funding readiness note

The team has outlined staged funding needs for feasibility work, prototyping and testing. EquityPilot’s initial objective is to help the founders refine technical requirements, produce a credible prototype specification and prepare investor-ready materials; program participation does not constitute a funding guarantee.

Next 90 Days

Planned activities for the next 90 days include materials testing, a detailed deployment-mechanism validation plan, initial sensor and AI control-system architecture, and preparation of test-article documentation for third-party labs. FasterCapital will also introduce relevant mentors, potential suppliers and regulatory advisors.

About Startup

Pilot and Passenger Protection and Rescue Mechanism is an early-stage concept focused on developing an enclosed protective capsule system intended to mitigate mechanical and thermal loads for occupants during certain aviation emergencies. The concept includes an autonomous locator, redundant sensing and a rapid-deployment mechanism. The project is at concept and documentation stage; it seeks technical validation, prototype funding and regulatory engagement.

About FasterCapital

FasterCapital supports startups globally by providing execution-focused support, fundraising readiness guidance, and access to an ecosystem of mentors, partners, and investors. Through programs such as EquityPilot, FasterCapital helps founders strengthen their strategy, refine materials, and accelerate progress toward measurable milestones. 

Finendar joins EquityPilot to scale interactive EdTech across Africa and Asia

Nigeria & Dubai, UAE — Feb 19 2026

Global demand for flexible, secure, and interactive online learning continues to surge as education and media converge around digital-first experiences. Finendar’s platform addresses a core gap: only a small fraction of internet users today can reliably convert online participation into income and verifiable credentials. Backed by the EquityPilot program, Finendar is positioned to advance tools that combine computer-based testing (CBT), web-based training (WBT), and live audience engagement to meet markets across Africa and Asia hungry for scalable learning and assessment solutions.

What the Startup Delivers?

Finendar is an integrated digital learning and engagement platform that enables educators, institutions, creators, and event organizers to build customizable tutorials, secure assessments, and gamified experiences. Key features include Customisable Test & Tutorial (CTT) tools, a social learning layer to connect mentors and students, and contest/competition modules that support paid and free voting lowering the cost and complexity of running edutainment and assessment programs at scale.

Why Now?

Favorable market drivers remote learning adoption, certification demand, and rising creator economies create a window for rapid adoption. Finendar’s product-market fit combines pragmatic monetization paths for creators and assessment-grade security for institutions, making it timely for acceleration through EquityPilot.

Program Plan (first 30–60 days)

Under EquityPilot, Finendar will focus on three execution priorities: (1) tech consolidation to harden assessment security and scale, (2) targeted marketing playbooks for initial markets in Nigeria and select African nations, and (3) onboarding and enablement of content creators and affiliates to jump-start network effects. The program will emphasize measurable milestones to demonstrate retention, paid-conversion, and creator monetization levers.

Leadership Comment

Hesham Zreik, Founder and CEO of FasterCapital, said: ‘We’re excited to support Finendar through EquityPilot. Our team will focus on execution milestones and connecting the startup with the right ecosystem stakeholders.’

Next 90 Days

Finendar plans to complete tech hardening, launch regional awareness campaigns, and run pilot school and talent-hunt events to demonstrate monetization and engagement. Early objectives include onboarding creators, running monthly activation contests, and validating paid-user conversion funnels.

Founder background

Finendar was founded by Kunle Akinbola, who brings extensive experience in course facilitation and audience engagement across corporate and institutional training. The leadership team includes a CTO with experience in scalable web and mobile apps and cybersecurity, and a CFO experienced in tech startups and cross-industry financial planning.

About Finendar

Finendar is a product of Globeworker Ltd. It is a digital learning and engagement platform designed to democratize access to affordable, high-quality learning across communities, creators, and institutions. Finendar combines assessment-grade testing, social learning, and gamified audience tools to enable monetization and credentialing pathways for users.

About FasterCapital

FasterCapital is a global venture builder and online incubator dedicated to co-funding and co-founding innovative startups. Established in 2014, we are now #1 venture builder in terms of number of startups that we have helped, money invested and money raised. It supports startups worldwide through various programs, including funding assistance, business development, and technical support. The EquityPilot program is designed to help early-stage startups build scalable solutions with mentorship, strategic guidance, and network support.

FasterCapital selects Qtropy for EquityPilot to scale modular, pedagogy-first learning

United States & Dubai, UAE​ — 18 Feb 2026

The online learning market continues to expand rapidly, with global demand for high-quality, modular, and learner-centered materials rising across education, research, and corporate training. Qtropy addresses a specific gap: tools that enforce pedagogical granularity, make complex subjects navigable, and enable reusable learning modules that suit both novice and advanced learners.

What the Startup Delivers?

Qtropy is a web-first learning platform built around a chart-based structuring model. Content is authored as connected “points” bite-sized, media-rich pedagogical units that can be nested, reused as “ghost points,” and sequenced by a read-algorithm that respects prerequisite relationships. Points support text, audio, and images/GIFs. Qtropy’s authoring checks prevent circular logic and other structural fallacies, and the file format (.qy) supports offline desktop use and content portability.

Why Now?

Learners and institutions increasingly demand content that is both deep and navigable. Articles, video lectures, and AI chatbots each solve part of the learning problem but often leave gaps in pedagogy, navigation, and module reuse. Qtropy positions itself as a learning-centric alternative that emphasizes human-centered presentation, enforced granularity, and pedagogical reusability qualities that are timely as organizations invest in scalable internal training and as individuals seek efficient mastery pathways.

Program Plan (first 30–60 days)

Under FasterCapital’s EquityPilot, Qtropy will focus on three execution priorities: - Produce a first wave of diverse, reusable content modules across STEM and other priority subjects; - Expand outreach to attract content creators, educators, and pilot institutional users; and - Prepare demonstration materials and onboarding flows for academic and corporate pilots. These activities emphasize execution readiness, product-market fit validation, and early adopter engagement rather than fundraising commitments.

Competitive landscape

Qtropy sits alongside article hubs, lecture platforms, and AI tools but differentiates through enforced pedagogical structure, nested modularity, and a read-path algorithm that sequences learning by prerequisites. This focused approach targets detailed topic learning where modular reuse and clarity matter most.

Leadership Comment

Hesham Zreik, Founder and CEO of FasterCapital, said: ‘We’re excited to support Qtropy through EquityPilot. Our team will focus on execution milestones and connecting the startup with the right ecosystem stakeholders.’

Founder background

Qtropy was conceived by Vinod Venkatesan (concept July 2010; website launched August 2018). The project has been bootstrapped through research and iterative product development and includes a development and UI/UX team with named contributors across engineering, design, and legal advisory roles.

Next 90 Days

Over the next 90 days, Qtropy will publish core content modules, onboard a set of pilot content creators, run targeted social campaigns to recruit early learners, and begin outreach to schools, research groups, and corporate L&D teams to arrange pilot deployments and feedback cycles.

About Qtropy

Qtropy is a learning platform that structures knowledge into discrete, pedagogically designed points linked through charts. The platform enforces granularity, supports nested details, enables ghost-point reuse, and provides authoring checks to maintain logical coherence. Qtropy is available in a free public tier, custom-domain subscriptions for institutions, and a desktop application for offline use.

About FasterCapital

FasterCapital is a global venture builder and online incubator dedicated to co-funding and co-founding innovative startups. Established in 2014, we are now #1 venture builder in terms of number of startups that we have helped, money invested and money raised. It supports startups worldwide through various programs, including funding assistance, business development, and technical support. The EquityPilot program is designed to help early-stage startups build scalable solutions with mentorship, strategic guidance, and network support.

FasterCapital welcomes Molly’s Angels to EquityPilot to scale upscale childcare

Namibia & Dubai, UAE — Feb 18, 2026

Rising urbanization, dual‑income households, and a shortage of high‑quality early childhood centers in premium neighborhoods are driving demand for differentiated preschool and daycare options. Molly’s Angels addresses a clear gap in the market by targeting upper‑income communities that seek academically rigorous, arts‑integrated, and technology‑enabled early learning in safe, well‑resourced facilities.

What the Startup Delivers?

Molly’s Angels offers upscale childcare and an advanced collegiate‑inspired curriculum for children aged 2–6. The program combines supervised, play‑based learning informed by IPC principles and elements from UK, US, and Singapore early‑years approaches, plus extracurriculars (arts and crafts, dance, theatre, gymnastics) and technology‑enabled learning tools. Facilities include purpose‑built classrooms, playgrounds, nutritionist‑designed meals, CCTV and classroom tech, and staff trained in first aid and early childhood pedagogy.

Why Now?

Cities such as Dubai show a clear undersupply of licensed early childhood centers relative to comparable global cities. Post‑pandemic shifts to dual‑income households, rising expatriate populations, and parental demand for safe, stimulating, and education‑forward childcare make this the right moment to pilot and refine a premium, scalable model.

Program Plan (first 30–60 days)

Through FasterCapital’s EquityPilot, Molly’s Angels will focus on validation and operational readiness: finalize a flagship campus layout, secure regulatory approvals, complete curriculum licensing and digital teaching tools procurement, recruit and onboard lead teaching staff, and implement financial and parent‑communication systems. EquityPilot resources will support go‑to‑market positioning, search engine visibility, and early marketing programs to begin pre‑enrollment outreach.

Leadership Comment

“Hesham Zreik, Founder and CEO of FasterCapital, said: ‘We’re excited to support Molly’s Angels through EquityPilot. Our team will focus on execution milestones and connecting the startup with the right ecosystem stakeholders.’”
Founder background

Founded and led by Hendrina Maria Jankowski de Sousa, Molly’s Angels draws on the founder’s classroom experience, international exposure, and qualifications in education, counselling, and operational programs. The founding team includes advisors and co‑founders with legal, financial and business development backgrounds to support compliance and rapid campus rollout.

Competitive landscape

The premium preschool category is contested by well‑established independent and franchise preschools. Molly’s Angels differentiates with a collegiate‑style curriculum adapted for preschoolers, an integrated extracurricular offering, and an emphasis on technology and staff welfare. In targeted neighborhoods the local supply remains thin, presenting a favorable entry point for a quality‑focused operator.

Next 90 Days

Molly’s Angels and FasterCapital will complete site acquisition planning, finalize curriculum and digital stacks, recruit the campus leadership team, and launch targeted parent outreach and enrollment processes. Key milestones include regulatory submission, staff hires for the flagship campus, and an initial marketing campaign to secure first enrollments.

About Molly’s Angels

Molly’s Angels is a privately held proprietorship founded by Hendrina Maria Jankowski de Sousa. The company provides upscale childcare and an advanced early‑years curriculum for children ages 2–6, combining supervised play, arts and sciences, technology programs, and nutritionist‑designed meals to foster emotional, social, intellectual, and physical development.

About FasterCapital

FasterCapital is a global venture builder and online incubator dedicated to co-funding and co-founding innovative startups. Established in 2014, we are now #1 venture builder in terms of number of startups that we have helped, money invested and money raised. It supports startups worldwide through various programs, including funding assistance, business development, and technical support. The EquityPilot program is designed to help early-stage startups build scalable solutions with mentorship, strategic guidance, and network support.

FasterCapital selects ASMI i2 for EquityPilot to accelerate artisanal electronics and biofuel initiatives

Ciudad Real, Spain & Dubai, UAE — 17 Feb 2026

Small-scale manufacturing and circular-economy ventures that combine waste valorization with creative production are attracting local attention across Spain. Municipal recycling streams, a rising demand for sustainable materials, and growing interest in inclusive employment models create an opportunity for an integrated operator that can transform household and industrial waste into marketable artisanal products and feedstock.

What the Startup Delivers?

Asmii2 (Asociación Materializadora de Ideas) is a Ciudad Real–based association that converts electronic and metal waste into handcrafted and mechatronic products, provides small-scale foundry and machining services to members, and plans a secondary line producing biomass pellets from pruning residues. Its model mixes up‑cycling, artisanal manufacturing (metal, wood, ceramics, plastics), electro-mechanics and educational workshops, while offering part‑time employment and skills pathways for people with disabilities and those at risk of social exclusion.

Why Now?

Local collection points and municipal “puntos verdes” are generating consistent streams of recoverable materials. At the same time, buyers for limited-run, handcrafted mechanical-electronic works ranging from private collectors to galleries and educational institutions are responsive to provenance and sustainability claims. ASMI i2’s combined focus on reuse, training and on‑site production positions it to capture early demand while delivering social impact.

Program Plan (first 30–60 days)

Under EquityPilot, FasterCapital will work with ASMI i2 to: - Prioritize execution milestones (shop setup, safety compliance, core equipment procurement and basic production workflows). - Strengthen go-to-market messaging for distinct revenue lines: recycled metal sales, commissioned machining, artisanal product retail, and training/workshop services. - Prepare investor- and grant-ready documentation and an operational checklist for compliance with local environmental and workplace regulations.

Leadership Comment

“Hesham Zreik”, Founder and CEO of FasterCapital, said: ‘We’re excited to support ASMI i2 through EquityPilot. Our team will focus on execution milestones and connecting the startup with the right ecosystem stakeholders.’

Next 90 Days

ASMI i2 and FasterCapital will target: completing their primary workshop fit-out, initiating pilot production runs for a curated artisan collection, formalizing municipal collection agreements for recyclable feedstock, and developing an online storefront and member sales processes. No funding is guaranteed by program participation; support focuses on execution readiness and investor introductions.

Founder background

ASMI i2 is led by practitioners with operational experience in metalwork, machining and community integration, and brings together artists, engineers and social‑inclusion practitioners to run production, training and outreach activities.

Ecosystem relevance

The project aims to engage local recyclers, vocational centers and the province’s metal foundries as buyers and collaborators, creating a circular pipeline between municipal waste streams and value-added artisanal outputs.

About ASMI i2

ASMI i2 is an association based in Ciudad Real that materializes ideas through circular-economy production. It integrates recycling, artisanal fabrication, mechatronics and skills training to create inclusive employment and market-ready handcrafted products from recovered materials.

About FasterCapital

FasterCapital is a global venture builder and online incubator dedicated to co-funding and co-founding innovative startups. Established in 2014, we are now #1 venture builder in terms of number of startups that we have helped, money invested and money raised. It supports startups worldwide through various programs, including funding assistance, business development, and technical support. The EquityPilot program is designed to help early-stage startups build scalable solutions with mentorship, strategic guidance, and network support.

Nigerian design firm BM Tech Design enters EquityPilot to commercialize IP worldwide

Kano, Nigeria & Dubai, UAE — Feb 17, 2026

The industrial design and engineering services market is shifting toward rapid, IP-driven productization: large OEMs in automotive, energy, and technology sectors are sourcing modular, patent-backed design assets to accelerate R&D and shorten time-to-market. Startups that can supply validated, market-ready drawings and protect intellectual property are increasingly valued by global manufacturers seeking to outsource early-stage innovation.

What the Startup Delivers?

BM Tech Design Ltd is a Kano-based technology design firm that creates innovative, patented, and market-ready technology drawings for sale. Founded in September 2018 by Bashir Mustapha and operating with a core team of 10, the company offers end-to-end design services: concept design, detailed engineering, prototyping, testing and validation, bespoke optimization, and IP protection services intended for large automotive, energy, and technology clients worldwide.

Why Now?

Demand for outsourced design expertise is growing as established companies seek cost-efficient, proven design assets rather than starting from scratch. BM Tech Design’s portfolio of patentable designs and its focus on industrial clients position it to capture early revenue and strategic engagements at a time when buyers prioritize speed, IP clarity, and proven deliverables.

Program Plan (first 30–60 days)

Under EquityPilot, BM Tech Design will focus on three execution milestones: - Strengthen commercial materials and proposals tailored to automotive and energy buyers. - Advance one or two prioritized patent filings and finalize associated documentation for licensing. - Begin targeted outreach to a curated list of enterprise accounts and prepare materials for upcoming industry events.

Leadership Comment

Hesham Zreik, Founder and CEO of FasterCapital, said: ‘We’re excited to support BM Tech Design through EquityPilot. Our team will focus on execution milestones and connecting the startup with the right ecosystem stakeholders.’

Next 90 Days

BM Tech Design aims to validate at least two enterprise leads, complete prioritized IP filings, and demonstrate one proof-of-concept with an industry partner or pilot customer. FasterCapital will provide hands-on execution support, mentorship, and introductions to advisors and potential buyers.

Competitive landscape

The category includes established industrial design consultancies and boutique engineering houses. BM Tech Design differentiates itself through a focus on patentable, market-ready drawings and an integrated workflow that spans concept-to-prototype and IP protection attributes that reduce buyer procurement friction.

Founder background

Founder Bashir Mustapha launched BM Tech Design in 2018 to commercialize a pipeline of technology drawings. The company operates from Hotoro South, Kano, Nigeria, and emphasizes training, agile project management, and continuous R&D.

About BM Tech Design

BM Tech Design creates innovative, patentable technology drawings and bespoke engineering solutions for large companies in automotive, energy, and technology sectors. The firm offers end-to-end services from concept design through prototyping, testing, and IP protection.

About FasterCapital

FasterCapital is a global venture builder and online incubator dedicated to co-funding and co-founding innovative startups. Established in 2014, we are now #1 venture builder in terms of number of startups that we have helped, money invested and money raised. It supports startups worldwide through various programs, including funding assistance, business development, and technical support. The EquityPilot program is designed to help early-stage startups build scalable solutions with mentorship, strategic guidance, and network support.

Kayamon Jaya Indonesia Joins EquityPilot to Scale MBG Kitchen Supply

Jakarta, Indonesia & Dubai, UAE — Feb 17, 2026

Indonesia’s institutional food programs face persistent challenges: inconsistent supply, price volatility, and limited vendor capacity to meet steady daily demand. Reliable, contract-driven suppliers are critical for programs like MBG (Makan Bergizi Gratis) that deliver nutritious meals at scale. Kayamon Jaya Indonesia offers a proven, cashflow-driven supply model that matches MBG kitchens’ repeat-order rhythms and menu-driven requirements.

What the Startup Delivers?

Kayamon sources, aggregates, grades and delivers core commodities—rice, vegetables (carrot, cabbage, green beans, mustard greens), and phased protein supplies (chicken, eggs, fish)—to MBG kitchens. The company addresses: - Inconsistent supply by leveraging curated farmer networks and local aggregators - Price volatility with supplier contracts and buffer stock - Small-vendor limitations by acting as a volume-capable aggregator and logistics coordinator

Why Now?

MBG programs increasingly require suppliers that can commit to SLAs and predictable daily delivery. Kayamon’s existing operational validation, farmer relationships and simple distribution tracking make it well-timed to capture expanding institutional demand while improving menu-aligned nutritional quality.

Program Plan (first 30–60 days)

Under EquityPilot, Kayamon will focus on execution and operational strengthening rather than equity commitments. Initial milestones: - Deploy working capital to scale procurement volume and on-time deliveries - Strengthen SLAs and supplier grading at consolidation points - Implement tighter payment-term management and logistics tracking FasterCapital will support execution readiness, fundraising positioning, and introductions to ecosystem stakeholders.

Proof (Traction & Validation)

Kayamon is operational since 2019 with founder capital invested of IDR 300,000,000. The company projects Year 1 coverage of 5–8 MBG kitchens, with average revenue per kitchen of IDR 150–200 million per month and target monthly gross revenue of IDR 750 million – 1.6 billion. Target blended gross margin is 7–10%, reflecting vegetable (8–12%), rice (5–8%), and protein (6–10%) categories.

Leadership Comment

“Hesham Zreik, Founder and CEO of FasterCapital, said: ‘We’re excited to support Kayamon Jaya Indonesia through EquityPilot. Our team will focus on execution milestones and connecting the startup with the right ecosystem stakeholders.’”

Next 90 Days

Kayamon will prioritize onboarding additional MBG kitchens, increasing volume per kitchen, and operationalizing buffer-stock and supplier-contract practices. FasterCapital will provide mentorship, systems guidance and investor readiness coaching to prepare for near-term working-capital and trade-financing conversations.

Founder background

Founded in 2019, PT Kayamon Jaya Indonesia is led by Mohamad Jamil Bahrudin (Director / CEO), with operational management by Achmad Arief and accounting by Miftakhul Hasan. The team combines agricultural trading experience with local sourcing relationships.

Ecosystem relevance

Kayamon’s model aligns with institutional procurement needs and presents an attractive profile for trade-financing entities, revenue-based investors, and logistics partners seeking reliable, volume-driven supply lines into community nutrition programs.

About Kayamon Jaya Indonesia PT

Kayamon Jaya Indonesia operates an MBG kitchen supply business focused on rice, vegetables and protein, sourcing from curated farmers and local aggregators to assure quality, continuity and price competitiveness. The company seeks IDR 1,000,000,000 in funding to expand working capital, logistics capacity and kitchen coverage.

About FasterCapital

FasterCapital is a global venture builder and online incubator dedicated to co-funding and co-founding innovative startups. Established in 2014, we are now #1 venture builder in terms of number of startups that we have helped, money invested and money raised. It supports startups worldwide through various programs, including funding assistance, business development, and technical support. The EquityPilot program is designed to help early-stage startups build scalable solutions with mentorship, strategic guidance, and network support.

Green Smart Cities Management taps EquityPilot to commercialize eco-tourism, med-tech and smart city projects

Dublin, Ireland & Dubai, UAE — 16 Feb 2026

Green Smart City arrives at a moment when medical tourism, sustainable hospitality and integrated smart-city services are converging into a multi-decade growth corridor. Aging populations, rising demand for wellness and prevention, and consumer preference for eco-conscious travel create a persistent market runway for a holding company that bundles healthcare, hospitality and agrotourism with smart-city planning.

What the Startup Delivers?

Green Smart Cities Management is a family-owned holding company structuring a tiered program: a near-term revenue engine in medical tourism and value-add renovation of hotels and agrotourism assets, followed by large-scale smart-city and healthcare city developments. Early projects include an $8M “Fast Time Care” medical tourism platform (under construction), hotel and agrotourism portfolios ($250M and $200M budgets), and longer-term transformational developments exceeding $1.5B such as the Dolphin Health Care City and Smart City initiatives in Southern Europe.

Why Now?

Macro tailwinds demand for sustainable experiences, growth in cross-border healthcare, and institutional interest in placemaking projects create a favorable timing window. Green Smart Cities Management’s immediate revenue-generating project reduces early-stage financing risk and establishes operational proof points that de-risk later, capital-intensive phases.

Program Plan (first 30–60 days)

Through EquityPilot, FasterCapital will help Green Smart Cities Management crystallize execution milestones for Phase 1 deployment, refine investor materials for asset acquisition rounds, and map potential public-private financing pathways for Phases 2–3. Initial actions will focus on operational readiness for Fast Time Care, regulatory alignment for medical tourism corridors, and investor outreach for the hotel renovation program. This phase does not imply funding commitments from FasterCapital.

Leadership Comment

Hesham Zreik, Founder and CEO of FasterCapital, said: ‘We’re excited to support Green Smart Cities Management holdings limited through EquityPilot. Our team will focus on execution milestones and connecting the startup with the right ecosystem stakeholders.’

Founder background

Led by Dr. Kamel Fourati, President & CEO, the company benefits from deep domain experience in strategic management, Total Quality Management, HR development, luxury hotels and private hospitals. The family ownership (95%/5% split) and a personal equity contribution of over €500,000 already committed to studies, R&D and platform development underline founder alignment and early-stage conviction.

Funding readiness note

The program’s staged structure uses Phase 1 cash flow to lower dilution pressure while preparing Phase 2 and Phase 3 for project financing, joint ventures and institutional capital a pathway designed for patrimonial value creation and clear exit options on renovated assets.

Founder Quote

“We built Green Smart Cities Management to combine pragmatic revenue engines with long-term transformative projects. Our phased approach ensures early sustainability while positioning us to deliver smart, healthy, ecological destinations,” said Dr Kamel Fourati, President & CEO.

Next 90 Days

Priority milestones include commercial launch of Fast Time Care, completion of investor-ready materials for the hotel portfolio, regulatory scoping for medical tourism operations, and introductions to financing partners for Phase 2 assets.

About Green Smart Cities Management holdings limited

Founded as a family-limited company in December 2021 (Commercial Register: 709209), Green Smart Cities Management develops integrated projects across medical tourism, sustainable hospitality, agrotourism and smart-city planning. The holding emphasizes ecological design, health-focused services and value-creation via asset renovation and strategic management.

About FasterCapital

FasterCapital is a global venture builder and online incubator dedicated to co-funding and co-founding innovative startups. Established in 2014, we are now #1 venture builder in terms of number of startups that we have helped, money invested and money raised. It supports startups worldwide through various programs, including funding assistance, business development, and technical support. The EquityPilot program is designed to help early-stage startups build scalable solutions with mentorship, strategic guidance, and network support.

Integrated media hub in Kampala joins EquityPilot to scale print and broadcast

Kampala, Uganda & Dubai, UAE — Feb 16, 2026

Media consumption in Uganda is evolving rapidly as audiences demand higher-quality local news, more diverse television content, and reliable print production. The intersection of broadcast and print creates opportunities for unified audience reach and diversified revenue streams at a time advertisers seek dependable, multi-platform partners.

What the Startup Delivers?

Kizito Group Limited proposes an integrated media platform consisting of: - a generic weekly newspaper (print run and advertising revenue model in place); - a national, mass-appeal television station with modern broadcast equipment; - an in-house Heidelberg printing press that will guarantee 30% of its capacity to the newspaper and supply external clients (exercise books, examination papers, accounting books, corporate reports). The combined initiative is budgeted at US$4,000,000 for launch and projects pre-tax profits and revenues across three years consistent with the company’s attached financial plan.

Why Now?

Kizito Media cites established supplier relationships with Heidelberg (Germany) for both press and broadcast equipment and built-in market demand for domestic print and TV content. The company also leverages existing business lines in broadcast equipment importation, staff training, and studio maintenance to accelerate time-to-market and control operating risk.

Program Plan (first 30–60 days)

Under EquityPilot the initial focus will be execution-oriented: validate procurement timelines for Heidelberg equipment, finalize the press location and permits, secure broadcast licensing and initial distribution agreements, and refine the newspaper editorial calendar and ad-sales pipeline. FasterCapital’s support will prioritize operational milestones and investor-readiness deliverables rather than funding guarantees.

Leadership Comment

Hesham Zreik, Founder and CEO of FasterCapital, said: ‘We’re excited to support Kizito Media (Uganda) Limited through EquityPilot. Our team will focus on execution milestones and connecting the startup with the right ecosystem stakeholders.’

Founder Background

The project lead brings over 30 years’ experience across the five core disciplines of the media industry at national and international levels, including prior newspaper and magazine publishing as well as technical installation and maintenance services for broadcasters.

Competitive Landscape

Uganda’s media market includes established broadcasters and print titles; Kizito Media differentiates by integrating production (Heidelberg press) with content creation and broadcast capabilities, enabling cost control, confidentiality for contract print work, and cross-sell opportunities between print and TV advertising clients.

Next 90 Days

Key near-term milestones include finalizing equipment procurement, completing site works for the press and studio, recruiting editorial and technical teams, and initiating commercial sales outreach to secure launch advertisers and printing contracts.

About Kizito Media (Uganda) Limited

Kizito Media is developing an integrated media operation in Kampala that combines a weekly generic newspaper, a national television station, and an in-house Heidelberg printing press to serve editorial goals and third-party printing customers. The company’s plan includes detailed three-year financial projections and a launch budget of US$4,000,000.

About FasterCapital

FasterCapital is a global venture builder and online incubator dedicated to co-funding and co-founding innovative startups. Established in 2014, we are now #1 venture builder in terms of number of startups that we have helped, money invested and money raised. It supports startups worldwide through various programs, including funding assistance, business development, and technical support. The EquityPilot program is designed to help early-stage startups build scalable solutions with mentorship, strategic guidance, and network support.

Hisnak Ltd joins EquityPilot to scale e-learning and low-barrier passive income

Lagos, Nigeria & Dubai, UAE — Feb 16, 2026

Millions of talented people worldwide remain excluded from reliable digital income and skills training because of limited access to tools, mentorship, and low-cost payout systems. Hisnak Ltd addresses this gap by combining affiliate marketing, e-learning, fintech and networking into a single, AI-enabled ecosystem aimed at low-income earners, persons with disabilities, students and other underserved groups. FasterCapital’s EquityPilot will work with the company to move from product development into early commercial deployment.

What the Startup Delivers?

Hisnak Ltd offers an integrated platform suite: Hisnak Marketplace, Hisnak Digital Academy, Hisnak Program (affiliate networking), Hisnak PayMe (fintech payouts), Halt25 (language-aware networking app), Hisnak FundMe and an AI autoresponder. The company’s model trains users, lists verified digital products, automates affiliate onboarding and routes fast, low-fee payouts a combined learning-to-earning flow optimized for mobile-first users.

Why Now?

Demand for remote work, micro-entrepreneurship and digital upskilling is rising rapidly. Existing solutions often fragment education, payment rails and marketplace discovery. Hisnak’s unified approach reduces onboarding friction, accelerates monetization for affiliates and introduces tools focused on underserved cohorts creating an opportunity to capture users who need low-barrier, end-to-end solutions today.

Program Plan (first 30–60 days)

Through EquityPilot, Hisnak and FasterCapital will: - Finalize the advanced TIGS product build and begin production-quality course development. - Complete core integrations between Marketplace, Academy and PayMe for a secure MVP flow. - Execute a go-to-market pilot in priority Nigerian and regional markets to validate acquisition channels. - Establish key metrics and reporting for user activation, monthly active affiliates, and transaction volume.

Leadership Comment

Hesham Zreik, Founder and CEO of FasterCapital, said: ‘We’re excited to support Hisnak Ltd through EquityPilot. Our team will focus on execution milestones and connecting the startup with the right ecosystem stakeholders.’

Founder Quote Chinedu Emmanuel Nwabunwanne, Founder & CEO of Hisnak Ltd, said: “I started Hisnak because I know what it means to lack opportunity. With the EquityPilot collaboration we can accelerate product readiness, professionalize course production, and onboard thousands of users who need real, sustainable income options.”

Next 90 Days

Hisnak intends to complete the advanced product production with expert course producers, launch the pilot marketplace, onboard initial vendors and educators, and activate the first cohort of affiliate networkers. The teams will prioritize measurable KPIs tied to user onboarding, first-sale conversion and payout reliability.

Founder background

Chinedu Emmanuel Nwabunwanne founded Hisnak after personal experience with poverty; he has led development of the TIGS Program since December 2022 and incorporated Hisnak Ltd in Nigeria in March 2025. Funding readiness note: Hisnak has a detailed $2M funding plan to complete platform development, marketing, staffing and operations; EquityPilot engagement will focus on execution readiness and investor-facing materials.

About Hisnak Ltd

Hisnak Ltd is a Nigeria-registered company building an AI-enabled ecosystem that integrates affiliate marketing, e-learning, fintech and networking to create low-barrier passive income opportunities. The company targets low-income earners, students, persons with disabilities and other underserved groups with mobile-first products and mentorship.

About FasterCapital

FasterCapital is a global venture builder and online incubator dedicated to co-funding and co-founding innovative startups. Established in 2014, we are now #1 venture builder in terms of number of startups that we have helped, money invested and money raised. It supports startups worldwide through various programs, including funding assistance, business development, and technical support. The EquityPilot program is designed to help early-stage startups build scalable solutions with mentorship, strategic guidance, and network support.

EquityPilot adds bricksnpixels.ai as it expands AI 3D, AR and VR visualization tools

India & Dubai, UAE — 15 Feb 2026

The architecture, interior design and real estate sectors are undergoing rapid change as AI and real-time 3D tools replace slow, manual rendering pipelines. Designers and studios still lose substantial time to traditional rendering workflows and many clients struggle to visualize finishes, materials and spatial options quickly. bricksnpixels.ai (BNP AI) offers an AI-first approach that converts sketches, elevations and floor plans into high-quality 3D visuals and AR/VR experiences in minutes, addressing a persistent bottleneck across AEC and residential/commercial real estate workflows.

What the Startup Delivers?

Bricks & Pixels Pvt. Ltd provides an integrated, production-grade visualization platform that enables designers to change materials, colors and finishes instantly on the same image and generate immersive 3D, AR and VR outputs without complex toolchains. By reducing rendering time from days to minutes and enabling iterative client decision-making, BNP AI shortens project cycles and improves clarity in specification and approval stages.

Why Now?

Advances in generative AI and scalable rendering pipelines have opened a window for tools that can replace time-consuming manual processes without sacrificing quality. Early market indicators show demand for accessible immersive experiences and a willingness among designers and studios to pay for productivity gains and faster client sign-off. bricksnpixels.ai is entering commercial validation at a moment when clients expect rapid, visual-first decisioning.

Program Plan (first 30–60 days)

Under EquityPilot, bricksnpixels.ai will focus on scaling infrastructure and production reliability, enhancing model integrations, and refining product-led acquisition flows. Key activities in the next 60 days include: - Increasing server capacity and platform stability to support rising usage; - Integrating selected AI models to improve output quality and performance; - Expanding QA and product marketing to accelerate conversion from trial to paid plans; - Targeted outreach to design studios and early enterprise prospects for structured feedback.

Proof (Early Traction)

BNP AI is already used by designers and studios to create elevation, sketch and floorplan-to-render outputs and has demonstrated paid conversions during its early access phase. The team reports active sign-ups and feedback-driven adoption while the product continues to mature toward broader availability.

Leadership Comment

Hesham Zreik, Founder and CEO of FasterCapital, said: ‘We’re excited to support bricksnpixels.ai through EquityPilot. Our team will focus on execution milestones and connecting the startup with the right ecosystem stakeholders.’

Next 90 Days

Over the next quarter bricksnpixels.ai and FasterCapital will prioritize product hardening, customer onboarding templates for studios, expanded QA around AR/VR exports, and initial marketing campaigns aimed at converting early users into recurring subscriptions. The combined focus is operational scale, measurable usage growth, and tightened product-market fit.

Competitive landscape

The category is moving from bespoke, expensive rendering services to automated, subscription-based, AI-enabled visualization platforms. bricksnpixels.ai differentiates by targeting production workflows for designers (ease of use, instant material swaps, AR/VR outputs) rather than one-off image generation.

Customer validation

Early users individual designers and small studios are actively using BNP AI for project visualization and choosing paid plans despite the platform being in an early phase, signaling willingness to pay for speed and fidelity improvements.

About bricksnpixels.ai

bricksnpixels.ai (BNP AI) is an AI-powered visualization platform built by Bricks & Pixels Pvt. Ltd. BNP AI converts 2D inputs (sketches, elevations, floorplans) into high-quality 3D visuals, AR and VR experiences in minutes, enabling faster design decisions and clearer client communication.

About FasterCapital

FasterCapital is a global venture builder and online incubator dedicated to co-funding and co-founding innovative startups. Established in 2014, we are now #1 venture builder in terms of number of startups that we have helped, money invested and money raised. It supports startups worldwide through various programs, including funding assistance, business development, and technical support. The EquityPilot program is designed to help early-stage startups build scalable solutions with mentorship, strategic guidance, and network support.

ZudoMart joins EquityPilot to scale a scam‑proof super‑app for African entrepreneurs

Lagos, Nigeria & Dubai, UAE — Feb 15, 2026

Africa’s informal peer-to-peer economy supports millions of micro‑entrepreneurs but remains fragmented and vulnerable to fraud. An estimated 65% of traders report losses to scams on informal platforms; Nigeria alone represents a sizeable portion of the continent’s e‑commerce activity. Investors and ecosystem actors are prioritizing digital trust, local payments, and creator monetization tools that adapt to African realities.

What the Startup Delivers?

ZudoMart is an Africa‑first super‑app built to empower entrepreneurs with an integrated marketplace for goods, services and micro‑gigs, live commerce features, and a multi‑layer trust engine. Core product highlights include a six‑tier verification system with AI fraud detection, escrow payments, hyper‑local discovery (e.g., campus and neighborhood filters), ZudoReels short video content, and live‑stream monetization with virtual gifts. ZudoMart targets 8.1 million active e‑commerce traders today, with plans to expand to 12M+ users across the continent by 2025.

Why Now?

Mobile adoption, local mobile‑money ecosystems, and rising creator economies have created a window to migrate informal transactions onto a secure, purpose‑built platform. Growing advertiser interest in Gen‑Z audiences and demand for affordable microloan and payout integrations further accelerate timing for a trust‑first marketplace tailored to African use cases.

Program Plan (first 30–60 days)

Through EquityPilot, ZudoMart will refine product‑market fit and execute priority milestones: hardening escrow and AI detection workflows, launching creator ad monetization pilots, and initiating campus ambassador activations in Lagos. FasterCapital will provide execution support, mentorship, and introductions to payment providers and brands to validate integrations and early monetization flows. This phase focuses on measurable KPIs rather than fundraising guarantees.

Leadership Comment

“Hesham Zreik, Founder and CEO of FasterCapital, said: ‘We’re excited to support ZudoMart through EquityPilot. Our team will focus on execution milestones and connecting the startup with the right ecosystem stakeholders.’

Founder background

Founded by Oluwayemi Oyinlola Michael with co‑founders Eniola Abayomi and Idebi Olubusayo, ZudoMart blends product, design and engineering experience anchored in Nigerian market realities. The founding team combines technical expertise with grassroots outreach strategies (campus activations and ambassador programs) to accelerate organic adoption among micro‑entrepreneurs.

Competitive landscape

ZudoMart addresses gaps across three categories: general social platforms (where scams proliferate in DMs), classifieds (limited dispute resolution), and global freelance marketplaces (high fees and poor fit for micro‑gigs). ZudoMart’s differentiators are escrow for small transactions, localized payment options, campus‑level discovery, and built‑in creator monetization tools.

Next 90 Days

Key milestones include launching a public MVP with escrow and verification, onboarding first creator cohorts for ad revenue pilots, integrating two local payment providers, and measuring user retention and dispute resolution times.

About ZudoMart

ZudoMart is a super‑app designed to empower African entrepreneurs to trade safely, monetize skills, and build trusted communities. Combining marketplace listings, services, micro‑gigs, live commerce, and AI‑driven trust systems, ZudoMart aims to reduce scams and expand financial inclusion across the continent.

About FasterCapital

FasterCapital is a global venture builder and online incubator dedicated to co-funding and co-founding innovative startups. Established in 2014, we are now #1 venture builder in terms of number of startups that we have helped, money invested and money raised. It supports startups worldwide through various programs, including funding assistance, business development, and technical support. The EquityPilot program is designed to help early-stage startups build scalable solutions with mentorship, strategic guidance, and network support.

Apdev Advances Digital Infrastructure And Rental Housing In Drc Through Equitypilot

Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo & Dubai, UAE — 15 Feb 2026

Digital Access And Affordable Small-Business Infrastructure Remain Critical Bottlenecks Across The Democratic Republic Of Congo. Urban Populations In Kinshasa And Regional Towns Face Limited Access To Technology Retail, App Services And Reliable Workspace. Apdev’s Digital House Concept Addresses Both Connectivity And Local Economic Opportunity By Combining Retail, Mobile-App Distribution And Rentable Workspace In Underserved Neighborhoods.

What The Startup Delivers?

APDEV (Peasant Action For Development) Will Establish A Branded Network Of “Digital Houses” Beginning In Kinshasa, Each Serving As A Storefront For High‑Tech Phones, Developer-Distributed Mobile Apps, And Community Access Points For Digital Services. The Model Pairs Physical Rental Income From Small Commercial Units With Revenue From Device Sales And App Distribution, Enabling Locally Rooted, Revenue-Generating Hubs That Expand Into Other Provinces.

Why Now?

Mobile Penetration And Appetite For Localized Digital Services Have Grown Rapidly Across Urban Drc, But Last‑Mile Distribution, Localized Retail And Affordable Workspace Are Still Scarce. Apdev’s Timing Leverages This Demand, Existing Local Networks, And Its Land Holdings In Maluku And Other Communes To Pilot A Scalable, Revenue-Focused Model.

Program Plan (First 30–60 Days)

Over The Initial 60 Days In Equitypilot, Apdev Will: - Establish A Coordination Office And Core Partner Network In Kinshasa. - Complete Procurement Of Essential Office Equipment And A Project Vehicle For On‑Site Prospecting. - Finalize Site Selection And Begin Permitting For The First Digital House. These Steps Will Set Execution Milestones And Prepare The Organization For Construction And Market Launch.

Proof / Progress To Date Apdev

Has Existing Legal Registrations And Sector Acknowledgements, Local Land Parcels Identified In Maluku, Duale And Other Communes, And Ongoing Collaborations With Civil Society And Agricultural Engineering Partners. The Concept Note Forecasts A Phased Investment Approach To Construct Initial Rental Houses While Initiating Device And App Distribution.

Leadership Comment

Hesham Zreik, Founder And Ceo Of Fastercapital, Said: ‘We’re Excited To Support Apdev Through Equitypilot. Our Team Will Focus On Execution Milestones And Connecting The Startup With The Right Ecosystem Stakeholders.’

Founder Background

Apdev Is Led By Experienced Field Practitioners With Roots In Community Development And Agricultural Engineering. The Organization Has Operated Since 2009, Working With Civil Society Groups And Local Networks To Deploy Community‑Focused Projects Across Provinces.

Ecosystem Relevance

Apdev Has Engaged With Local Networks Including Sec And Gmt, And Plans Further Collaboration With Engineering And Agronomy Networks During Implementation. These Relationships Facilitate Community Outreach, Local Hiring And Multi‑Sector Coordination.

Next 90 Days

Apdev Will Complete The Coordination Office Setup, Finalize The First Retail/Office Site In Kinshasa, Begin Initial Construction Works, And Launch Device And App Pilot Sales. Monitoring And Evaluation Metrics Will Track Footfall, Device Sales And Rental Uptake To Inform Subsequent Rollouts.

About Apdev

Apdev (Peasant Action For Development) Is An Ngo And Small Company Established In 2009 In Kinshasa. The Organization Focuses On Community Development, Local Enterprise Creation And Technology-Enabled Solutions. The Apdev Digital House Project Aims To Combine Retail, App Distribution And Rental Income To Generate Local Jobs And Improve Digital Access.

About FasterCapital

FasterCapital is a global venture builder and online incubator dedicated to co-funding and co-founding innovative startups. Established in 2014, we are now #1 venture builder in terms of number of startups that we have helped, money invested and money raised. It supports startups worldwide through various programs, including funding assistance, business development, and technical support. The EquityPilot program is designed to help early-stage startups build scalable solutions with mentorship, strategic guidance, and network support.

Litter Getter Joins EquityPilot to Scale Solar-Powered Litter Harvester

Austin, United States & Dubai, UAE — Feb 14, 2026

Roadside and beach litter removal represent a persistent environmental and municipal budget challenge. The global litter-management market is estimated at $11.5 billion annually, while ancillary beach-cleaning activity and other segments represent substantial, growing expenditures. High capital costs and limited machine flexibility have kept many effective mechanical solutions out of widespread use, forcing much collection to remain manual and costly.

What the Startup Delivers? 

Litter Getter, founded by inventor Jamey Whitman, is developing a lightweight, solar-capable litter-collection machine engineered to attach to any vehicle with a 2” ball hitch. Designed to reduce capital and operating costs versus existing tractor-mounted equipment, the system aims to: - Operate without trailering to job sites, - Reduce purchase and deployment cost relative to heavy tractor-based systems, - Increase daily coverage and collection rates versus hand-picking and heavier machines.

Why Now? 

Municipal and private waste contractors are seeking more affordable, adaptable solutions as cleanup budgets tighten and labor efficiencies become critical. Advances in lightweight materials, solar auxiliary power, and modular design make a lower-cost, widely compatible machine commercially feasible today.

Program Plan (first 30–60 days)

Under FasterCapital’s EquityPilot, Litter Getter will focus on: - Finalizing specifications and funding allocation for a working prototype, - Preparing utility-patent filings and regulatory checklists, - Building a testing plan with target proof-of-concept metrics (field coverage, collection rates, and energy performance), - Refining go-to-market positioning for Department of Transportation, large waste contractors, and municipal procurement teams.

Proof Points

Founder research cites existing machines that are costly and heavy to deploy. Whitman’s concept prioritizes universal tow compatibility and solar-assisted operation to reduce fuel use and increase field time. The team projects substantial efficiency gains compared with hand collection and heavier tractor-mounted harvesters; these claims will be validated in prototype testing and pilot demonstrations coordinated through EquityPilot.

Leadership Comment

“Hesham Zreik, Founder and CEO of FasterCapital, said: ‘We’re excited to support Litter Getter  through EquityPilot. Our team will focus on execution milestones and connecting the startup with the right ecosystem stakeholders.’”

Founder background

Jamey Whitman conceived the design after direct field observation of litter pickup workflows and the limitations of heavy tractor-mounted machines. The founder’s approach emphasizes practical retrofitting, ease of use, and affordability to enable rapid adoption by municipalities and contractors.

Ecosystem relevance

EquityPilot will connect the startup with procurement specialists, pilot partners in state DOTs and private waste firms, and IP support to accelerate prototype-to-pilot timelines while validating technical and commercial assumptions.

Next 90 Days

- Prototype specification complete and supplier engagements initiated, - Utility patent application prepared and filed, - Initial pilot agreements and test sites scoped with municipal and private partners, - Investor and crowdfunding materials prepared for a seed round.

About Litter Getter

Litter Getter is developing a lightweight, tow-compatible litter-collection machine intended for roadside and beach cleanup. The company aims to reduce acquisition and operating costs, increase daily coverage, and provide an adaptable platform for municipal and commercial cleaners. Prototype development and testing are underway through FasterCapital’s EquityPilot.

About FasterCapital

FasterCapital supports startups globally by providing execution-focused support, fundraising readiness guidance, and access to an ecosystem of mentors, partners, and investors. Through programs such as EquityPilot, FasterCapital helps founders strengthen their strategy, refine materials, and accelerate progress toward measurable milestones.

Zandya debuts with EquityPilot support to streamline fresh food delivery

Kampala, Uganda & Dubai, UAE — Feb 14, 2026

Uganda’s rich agricultural output remains under-monetized: transportation gaps, limited market access, and regional fragmentation cause food loss and depress farmers’ margins. Urban consumers face time constraints and long trips to markets. Digital marketplaces that bridge producers, retailers and end consumers can reduce waste, increase farmer incomes and improve urban food access making now the right moment for a purpose-built fresh-food e-commerce platform.

What the Startup Delivers?

Zandya is an e-commerce marketplace focused on fresh produce, livestock and staple foods, linking regional farmers, supermarkets, bakeries and specialty vendors with consumers across Uganda. The platform supports wholesale and retail purchases, live and slaughtered-livestock orders, and curated packaging options. Zandya’s model combines app-based ordering with multi-modal delivery (motorcycles, tri-cycles, hired cargo for interregional loads) and local pickup stations to improve reach and security.

Why Now?

Mobile money adoption, growing smartphone use and a maturing logistics landscape make digital food commerce more practical across Uganda’s major cities and districts. Zandya’s approach targets immediate pain points time-poor urban buyers, farmers with surplus harvests, and retailers seeking reliable suppliers and leverages existing marketplace behaviors while adding infrastructure for hygiene, halal compliance, and bulk handling.

Program Plan (first 30–60 days)

Through EquityPilot, Zandya will refine product-market fit and execution priorities, including: - Finalizing the app MVP and logistics integrations with an existing technology co-investor. - Onboarding pilot suppliers (supermarkets, bakeries, water and fuel vendors) and confirming commission arrangements. - Setting up a central Kampala headquarters and a warehousing plan for perishable handling, hygiene and water infrastructure. - Launching targeted marketing pilots across city centers and select districts to validate demand and delivery workflows.

Proof Points

- A technology partner has already committed to the app build and a 50/50 founding split, with the app development cost estimated at approximately $100,000. - Local suppliers and major supermarkets have expressed willingness to join the platform and accept commission-based listings. - Zandya has engaged a halal certifier, Imam Ahmed Kyeyune, to support trust and compliance for livestock and slaughter operations.

Leadership Comment

Hesham Zreik, Founder and CEO of FasterCapital, said: “We’re excited to support Zandya through EquityPilot. Our team will focus on execution milestones and connecting the startup with the right ecosystem stakeholders.”

 

Founder background

The Zandya brand is rooted in an Eastern Ugandan family name and cultural food expressions. The founder traces the name to a grandfather who was a cattle and meat seller known across the region, an origin that informs the company’s focus on livestock, fresh produce and culturally trusted food handling.

Ecosystem relevance

Zandya’s model aligns with Uganda’s dense urban centers (Kampala, Jinja, Mbarara and others), increasing internet access, and an active informal market economy. By enabling interregional flows and pickup stations, the platform seeks to reduce waste and create dependable demand for farmers across all regions.

Next 90 Days

Zandya will complete the MVP, run live city-center pilots, finalize warehousing and hygiene protocols, secure initial supplier contracts, and begin customer acquisition pilots targeting busy urban households, restaurants and institutional buyers. The team is inviting equity partners to support infrastructure, marketing and scale; the initial ask is $150,000, with a minimum partner entry of $50,000.

About Zandya

Zandya is an e-commerce marketplace built to connect farmers, supermarkets, bakeries and consumers across Uganda, with a primary focus on fresh food, livestock and staple goods. The platform combines app-based ordering with multi-modal delivery and local pickup stations to reduce food waste, expand market access and create more efficient regional supply chains.

About FasterCapital

FasterCapital is a global venture builder and online incubator dedicated to co-funding and co-founding innovative startups. Established in 2014, we are now #1 venture builder in terms of number of startups that we have helped, money invested and money raised. It supports startups worldwide through various programs, including funding assistance, business development, and technical support. The EquityPilot program is designed to help early-stage startups build scalable solutions with mentorship, strategic guidance, and network support.