Omidyar Network

Omidyar Network is a philanthropic organization founded by Pierre Omidyar that works to shape the impact of the digital revolution so it supports shared power, prosperity, and possibility. It operates as a social impact investor and grantmaker, combining impact investing expertise with philanthropy to back organizations and initiatives that expand access and opportunity. The organization is headquartered in Redwood City, California, with a global focus informed by its mission. In Africa, Omidyar Network has been active across seed, Series A, Series B, Series C, and other venture rounds between 2012 and 2021, investing approximately $170.6 million across 14 funding rounds. Its African portfolio in the provided records spans Nigeria, Tanzania, Kenya, and Uganda, with a particular concentration in Nigeria and Tanzania. Investments cover fintech, energy and utilities, HR and talent, logistics and supply chain, travel and mobility, and insurtech, backing companies such as Paga, Andela, ZOLAi, Hotels.ng, Kaleidofin, Lendable, MIC Global, and RideLink. Across this work, Omidyar Network applies an impact lens to capital deployment, aligning investments with its broader mission of using technology and innovative business models to improve societal outcomes. Its team brings experience in impact investing, technology policy, law, business strategy, research, social science, and community organizing, which it uses to support portfolio organizations and cross sector initiatives that build power for everyday people and strengthen communities.