Kopano
OperatingKopano is delivering insurance to emerging markets by providing embedded digital solutions to our partners
- FinTech
- Johannesburg, South Africa
- Funding Round
- Founded 2016
- kopano.ai ↗
- Total raised
- $1.7M
- disclosed
- Last round
- $1M
- Funding Round
- Rounds
- 3
- since 2016
- Investors
- 5
- on record
- Employees
- 11-50
About Kopano
Kopano is improving the way insurance is delivered to emerging markets by creating highly scalable, flexible, low-cost digital solutions. Kopano’s combination of mobile-first user experiences and core insurance systems allows for the quick launch of products which are supported by efficient and low-cost servicing models. Our machine learning and AI capabilities enable a high degree of user personalisation and the ability to uncover behavioural and underwriting insights. Kopano has deployed solutions in the short- and long-term industries catering for consumers across all income levels.
Kopano funding3 rounds
All 3 rounds →Kopano has raised $1.7M across 3 disclosed rounds. The latest is a $1M Funding Round announced 22 Sep 2017, led by Hannover Re.
- $700KSeedSeed, $700K, $700K raised to date
- $1MFunding RoundFunding Round, $1M, $1.7M raised to date
SLA Funding Index · grey is capital raised before each round · 1 undisclosed round not drawn
Who has invested in Kopano
| Announced | Round | Lead · investors | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Sep 2017 | Kopano Funding Round | Hannover Re | $1M |
| 10 Sep 2016 | Kopano Seed | Concatenate Capital +3 | $700K |
| 01 Feb 2016 | Kopano Angel | Not disclosed | Not disclosed |
Kopano founders & team
- Duran HamerCo-Founder
- Tracey van GassOperations
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Frequently asked about Kopano
- Where is Kopano based and when was it founded?
- Kopano is headquartered in Johannesburg, South Africa and was founded in 2016.
- Who founded Kopano?
- Kopano was founded by Duran Hamer (Co-Founder).
- How much funding has Kopano raised?
- Kopano has raised $1.7M across 3 disclosed rounds. Its latest, a $1M Funding Round, was announced on Sep 22, 2017.
- Who has invested in Kopano?
- Backers include Hannover Re, Concatenate Capital, Cypher Holdings, Laikabot Ventures and 1 other.
- What sector is Kopano in?
- Kopano operates in FinTech, Financial Services and Insurance.
