Oliver Karius

Founded in 2011, M-KOPA is a fintech platform that provides digital financial services to underbanked consumers by leveraging data to combine digital micropayments with the Internet of Things [IoT] technology. With operations in Kenya, Uganda, Nigeria and Ghana, M-KOPA’s platform has provided over $1 billion in credit and enabled 3 million customers to access smartphones, electric motorcycles, solar power systems, digital loans and health insurance. The company directly employs nearly 2,000 people across Africa and has created over 10,000 roles for sales agents since the start of 2020.

ACRE Africa, the brand name of Agriculture and Climate Risk Enterprise Ltd. (ACRE), links farmers to insurance products so that they can confidently invest in their farms. Since inception, over 1 Million farmers in Kenya, Tanzania and Rwanda were insured from a variety of weather related risks & livestock diseases through products we designed. ACRE Africa is not an insurance company, but rather a service provider working with local insurers and other stakeholders in the agricultural insurance value chain. The ACRE Africa team undertakes risk assessment, product development and risk monitoring to facilitate access to insurance products for smallholders. With tailored micro-insurance products, farmers can confidently invest in quality inputs, increase their productivity and access agricultural loans.

Experienced provider of arctic experiences in the spirit of expedition. Enthusiastic communicator of Svalbard's history, culture and nature. A different kind of tour operator, who facilitates soul-stirring arctic adventures. Characteristic accommodation options, with the outdoor stations Isfjord Radio Adventure Hotel and Nordensköld Lodge located far off the beaten track. With experience, knowledge and joy, we take our guests on small and large expeditions in the Arctic.

Welcome to the new home of Saruni Basecamp, the newly merged company that brings together Saruni and Basecamp Explorer Kenya. We are a portfolio of pioneering, innovative and ethical safari lodges and camps rooted in community-based conservation and tourism. Our 12 properties are based in Kenya’s most important private conservancies, from Samburu to the Masai Mara and offer exclusive experiences of African wildlife, culture & wilderness in partnership with the communities.

Founded in 2011, M-KOPA is a fintech platform that provides digital financial services to underbanked consumers by leveraging data to combine digital micropayments with the Internet of Things [IoT] technology. With operations in Kenya, Uganda, Nigeria and Ghana, M-KOPA’s platform has provided over $1 billion in credit and enabled 3 million customers to access smartphones, electric motorcycles, solar power systems, digital loans and health insurance. The company directly employs nearly 2,000 people across Africa and has created over 10,000 roles for sales agents since the start of 2020.

ACRE Africa, the brand name of Agriculture and Climate Risk Enterprise Ltd. (ACRE), links farmers to insurance products so that they can confidently invest in their farms. Since inception, over 1 Million farmers in Kenya, Tanzania and Rwanda were insured from a variety of weather related risks & livestock diseases through products we designed. ACRE Africa is not an insurance company, but rather a service provider working with local insurers and other stakeholders in the agricultural insurance value chain. The ACRE Africa team undertakes risk assessment, product development and risk monitoring to facilitate access to insurance products for smallholders. With tailored micro-insurance products, farmers can confidently invest in quality inputs, increase their productivity and access agricultural loans.

LGT Venture Philanthropy (LGT VP) strives to improve the quality of life of people facing disadvantages, contribute to healthy ecosystems and build resilient, inclusive and prosperous communities. LGT VP supports the growth of organizations and companies with outstanding social and environmental impact and potential to scale through tailored financing, know-how and access to networks. Headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland, and with its local teams, LGT VP primarily supports organizations and companies based in developing countries, focusing on high-impact sectors, including education, health and environmental protection and restoration. To date LGT VP has deployed over USD 58 million to 50 organizations in 25 countries, reaching almost 3 million disadvantaged people in 2016.   LGT VP is the venture philanthropy arm of LGT – the world’s largest privately owned Private Banking and Asset Management group with over USD 200 billion AuM as of December 31st 2017. www.lgtvp.com LGT Venture Philanthropy uses the LinkedIn Company Page to connect like-minded people and organizations interested in our engagements, activities, and the impact investing and venture philanthropy industry in general. We maintain the Company Page to share information and news about our activities.