Kenyan-based Mamy Eyewear, a rapidly growing optical retail brand, has announced a strategic investment from Ikemori Venture Support (IVS), a Japanese family office renowned for backing high-impact businesses and promising consumer and technology ventures across Africa and Asia. The funding amount remains undisclosed.
Mamy Eyewear is on a mission to make stylish, high-quality, and affordable eyewear accessible to everyone in East Africa. Leveraging a vertically integrated business model and technology-driven eyecare services, the company delivers a seamless, customer-centric experience that sets a new standard for optical retail in the region.
Across Africa, millions of people still face challenges accessing affordable and fashionable eyewear. Mamy Eyewear was founded to bridge this gap. Through its network of modern optical stores, the company offers free AI-powered eye tests, a contemporary retail experience, and prescription glasses starting at just US$15, delivered in as little as two hours—thanks to its direct-to-consumer approach and in-house production capabilities.
“This partnership with Ikemori Venture Support marks a significant milestone for Mamy,” said Antoine Drouet, Founder and CEO of Mamy Eyewear. “IVS brings strategic guidance and deep expertise in consumer and retail sectors, which will enable us to scale efficiently while strengthening our operational foundation. Together, we aim to establish Mamy as the leading optical retail brand in East Africa and continue transforming access to eyecare across the region.”
Echoing this sentiment, Takaaki Nishino, Managing Director of Ikemori Venture Support, stated:
Our investment in Mamy Eyewear reflects IVS’s commitment to supporting ventures with the potential to create meaningful, long-term impact. Mamy combines innovation, operational excellence, and a clear mission to expand access to essential eyecare services. We are excited to support the company’s next phase of growth.
