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Alternative Circle is a Fintech solutions company.
Our Vision:
Alternative Circle aims to be the leading Financial Technology innovator globally.
Our Mission:
Alternative Circle's mission is to provide financial access through technology to over 200 million users globally.
Our Core Values:
1. A commitment to innovation, efficiency and excellence.
2. Building a team and family spirit in the workplace.
3. Drive change, pursue growth and embrace learning.
Key Highlights:
KPMG GLOBAL FINTECH – SINGAPORE
The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) selected Alternative Circle as one of the global top 20 finalists, making it the only African country from the continent to qualify.
INNOTRIBE STARTUP CHALLENGE - MAURITIUS
Selected as one of Africa’s Top 12 start-ups in the Innotribe startup challenge in Mauritius
FINANCE INDABA – SOUTH AFRICA
Selected as one of Africa’s Top 100 start-ups in the Finance Indaba Conference (largest conference of it’s kind in Africa) in Johannesburg, South Africa.
E -FOUNDER INNIATITIVE ENTREPENUERSHIP TRAINING PROGRAM- CHINA
Selected as one of 35 start-ups in Africa as part of a joined program by Alibaba Group and United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD).
NAIROBI INNOVATION WEEK - KENYA
Selected as Top 15 most promising Startups of 2018
PRODUCTS
We have built a Kenyan Based mobile app called Shika for individuals who want to access quick micro-loans, in an easy and fast way. Users can access loans in less than 180 seconds on their mobile phones.
The application is also built for Financial Institutions which use the SHIKA application to reach borrowers since they lack the infrastructure to disburse micro-loans. The app is currently available only on Android.
Shika is available for download on https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.alternative_circle.shika
Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/Shikaapp/
Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/shika_app/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/Shika_app
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFvcj3IzRAC2fi5yuIMm8lQ
Our Vision:
Alternative Circle aims to be the leading Financial Technology innovator globally.
Our Mission:
Alternative Circle's mission is to provide financial access through technology to over 200 million users globally.
Our Core Values:
1. A commitment to innovation, efficiency and excellence.
2. Building a team and family spirit in the workplace.
3. Drive change, pursue growth and embrace learning.
Key Highlights:
KPMG GLOBAL FINTECH – SINGAPORE
The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) selected Alternative Circle as one of the global top 20 finalists, making it the only African country from the continent to qualify.
INNOTRIBE STARTUP CHALLENGE - MAURITIUS
Selected as one of Africa’s Top 12 start-ups in the Innotribe startup challenge in Mauritius
FINANCE INDABA – SOUTH AFRICA
Selected as one of Africa’s Top 100 start-ups in the Finance Indaba Conference (largest conference of it’s kind in Africa) in Johannesburg, South Africa.
E -FOUNDER INNIATITIVE ENTREPENUERSHIP TRAINING PROGRAM- CHINA
Selected as one of 35 start-ups in Africa as part of a joined program by Alibaba Group and United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD).
NAIROBI INNOVATION WEEK - KENYA
Selected as Top 15 most promising Startups of 2018
PRODUCTS
We have built a Kenyan Based mobile app called Shika for individuals who want to access quick micro-loans, in an easy and fast way. Users can access loans in less than 180 seconds on their mobile phones.
The application is also built for Financial Institutions which use the SHIKA application to reach borrowers since they lack the infrastructure to disburse micro-loans. The app is currently available only on Android.
Shika is available for download on https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.alternative_circle.shika
Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/Shikaapp/
Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/shika_app/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/Shika_app
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFvcj3IzRAC2fi5yuIMm8lQ
Overview
Location
Kenya, Nairobi County, Nairobi
Employees
11-50
Mentions in press and media 6
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| Jul 5, 2019 | Eight Kenyan fintech startups to keep an eye on | With the 2007 launch of mobile-money transfer service M-Pesa by Vodacom for Safaricom, Kenya has led the world in mobile money. Inspired by this revolutionary fintech solution — which is used by 30 million users in 10 countries — a crop of ... |
| Dec 15, 2017 | Alternative Circle co-founder resigns following sexual misconduct allegations | Anthony Kariuki, co-founder of Kenyan fintech startup Alternative Circle, has resigned following allegations of sexual misconduct in the workplace, the company’s board announced today. “Anthony will no longer represent Alternative Circle i... |
| Dec 15, 2017 | Alternative Circle co-founder resigns following sexual misconduct allegations | Anthony Kariuki, co-founder of Kenyan fintech startup Alternative Circle, has resigned following allegations of sexual misconduct in the workplace, the company’s board announced today. “Anthony will no longer represent Alternative Circle in... |
| May 3, 2016 | 12 African fintech startups to duke it out in Mauritius | Innotribe has announced the 12 semi-finalists for the second edition of its Startup Challenge in Africa. Drawn from 89 entries, the startups represent the best up-and-coming fintech ventures from five countries across the continent. The st... |
| May 3, 2016 | 12 African fintech startups to duke it out in Mauritius | Innotribe has announced the 12 semi-finalists for the second edition of its Startup Challenge in Africa. Drawn from 89 entries, the startups represent the best up-and-coming fintech ventures from five countries across the continent. The sta... |
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FAQ about Alternative Circle
What has the press written about Alternative Circle?
Parsers VC has collected 6 articles mentioning Alternative Circle, among them “Eight Kenyan fintech startups to keep an eye on” (Jul 5, 2019) and “Alternative Circle co-founder resigns following sexual misconduct allegations” (Dec 15, 2017).
Is Alternative Circle still active?
Yes, Alternative Circle is active; its latest activity on Parsers VC dates from Jul 5, 2019.