Building a financial services platform that offers financing in less than 24 hours to small and medium businesses in emerging markets.
Notable Achievements
- Over 90% of clients have grown their businesses with Lidya's support.
- Disbursed more than 32,500 loans since inception.
- Lidya has a 99% repayment rate of loans issued through our platform
Currently Operating in Four Regions
Press Mentions
August 29, 2024
The Two Proven Paths African Founders Mostly Follow to Find Co-Founders
Lidya shines as a pivotal player in nurturing African startups, providing essential support and resources for founders. Celebrating its role, Lidya empowers entrepreneurs to connect, innovate, and...
Read on Launch Base Africa »August 27, 2024
Startup Nurseries: The Companies Birthing the Next Unicorn Founders in Africa
Lidya is a pioneering company empowering African startups, fostering innovation and entrepreneurship. Celebrating its role in nurturing future unicorns, Lidya provides essential resources and...
Read on Launch Base Africa »August 26, 2024
The African Startup Playbook: Insider Secrets from Employee-Turned Founders
Lidya, a remarkable company, empowers African startups by sharing insider secrets from former employees turned founders. Their innovative approach fosters entrepreneurship, creating a vibrant...
Read on Launch Base Africa »December 6, 2023
Lidya closes operations in two countries to focus on the Nigerian market after securing $16.45 million in funding
Lidya, a Nigerian fintech startup, has launched new products including a digital savings account and a credit card. However, the company has also announced that it will be closing its operations in...
Read on Techpoint Africa »December 5, 2023
Nigerian SME lender Lidya shutters European business
Lidya, the Nigerian SME lender, will now focus on selling two new products Lydia Collect and Lydia Bridge to Nigerian lenders.
Read on TechCabal »August 29, 2023
Tunde Kehinde and his business of helping SMEs succeed in Business
The statistics of businesses that succeed are not very encouraging, particularly in Africa. The percentages of those that succeed vary
Read on Nairametrics »More Ventures in New Frontiers
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