Nigerian fintech startup Regxta has emerged as the winner of the fourth edition of the Pitch2Win startup competition, earning US$10,000 in equity-free funding and an all-expenses-paid trip to IVS2024 Kyoto, Japan’s largest startup conference. This significant victory highlights Regxta’s innovative approach to providing financial services to unbanked individuals and micro-businesses in rural and peri-urban communities across Africa.
Hosted by Techcircle in collaboration with Freakout, SGverse, and SGgrow, Pitch2Win 2024 showcased 15 promising startups pitching their groundbreaking ideas to a panel of esteemed judges and investors. The competition, held on June 12, highlighted the vibrant startup ecosystem and the potential for transformative solutions within the fintech space.
Founded in 2021 by Rukayat Bello, Afis Bello, and Moses Obika, Regxta has developed an inclusive digital platform that simplifies access to financial services for underserved populations. This achievement not only underscores Regxta’s commitment to financial inclusion but also sets the stage for its growth and expansion across Africa.
In addition to Regxta’s victory, the “Sponsors’ Choice” award was granted to Preggify, a pregnancy care service. Preggify also won an all-expenses-paid trip to IVS2024 in Kyoto, reflecting the competition’s recognition of diverse and impactful startup solutions. This year’s Pitch2Win has undoubtedly spotlighted innovative startups poised to drive significant change in their respective industries.
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