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Smart Lab

Smart Lab

Dar es Salaamsmartlab.co.tz

Overview

Smart Lab is an innovation platform and accelerator that supports startups in Tanzania through acceleration programs, co-working spaces, and by connecting them with corporate partners and investors.

Year Founded

2017

Portfolio Companies

2

Investments

Smart Lab investments
CompanyDateStageLead
Bizy Tech LimitedMar 2023AcceleratorCo-investor
Ekima Interactive Company LimitedMar 2023AcceleratorLead

Key People

Larry Ayo

Business Lab Director

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Investment Activity

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FAQ

Where is Smart Lab based?

Smart Lab is headquartered in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania.

When was Smart Lab founded?

Smart Lab was founded in 2017.

How many portfolio companies does Smart Lab have?

Smart Lab has 2 portfolio companies in Caplight's dataset.

What are some companies in Smart Lab's portfolio?

Portfolio companies visible on Caplight include Bizy Tech Limited, Ekima Interactive Company Limited.

What was Smart Lab's most recent investment shown here?

Smart Lab's most recent investment in this portfolio sample was in Bizy Tech Limited in 2023.

What sectors does Smart Lab focus on?

Smart Lab focuses on Enterprise Software, Enterprise Software, AI, Data & Cloud Infrastructure, AI, Data & Cloud Infrastructure.

What company stages does Smart Lab focus on?

Smart Lab typically invests at the Early stage.

Firmographic Details

HeadquartersDar es Salaam
Year Founded2017

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