Untapped Global, a prominent impact investment firm, has recently made a strategic investment in ElimuTab, an innovative educational technology startup based in Kenya. Founded in 2022 by entrepreneurs Anthony Kahinga and Grace Wairimu, ElimuTab is at the forefront of creating customized educational tablets. These devices are specifically designed to improve the educational experience and outcomes for students in Kenya.
The tablets offered by ElimuTab are equipped with a wide array of educational materials, including e-books that align with the local curriculum, interactive applications, and engaging content designed to facilitate learning. The content is meticulously selected to aid students in exam preparation, reinforce their understanding of key subjects, and introduce them to fundamental coding skills.
David Kleiterp, the co-head of investments at Untapped Global, shared his excitement about the investment, remarking, “Our mission is to support impact-oriented small and medium-sized enterprises in emerging markets, and ElimuTab is a perfect fit for our objectives. Their approach to making educational technology affordable and relevant to the local context is key to making quality education more accessible in Kenya.”
Kleiterp also underscored the pivotal role of education in fostering economic empowerment and noted that ElimuTab’s innovative approach tackles a significant challenge faced in Africa. He further commented, “Our investment goes beyond the product itself; it’s about unlocking potential and paving the way for a brighter future for a multitude of Kenyan students.”
The investment by Untapped Global in ElimuTab highlights the firm’s dedication to nurturing local innovation and amplifying solutions that positively impact communities. Through such investments, Untapped Global is actively participating in the transformation of Africa’s economic landscape and ensuring that the upcoming generations have the resources to succeed and flourish.
