Kumbatia Seafood
OperatingWorld-class seafood that conserves East Africa's marine ecosystems and lifts small-scale fishing communities out of poverty.
- Total raised
- $100K
- disclosed
- Last round
- $100K
- Grant
- Rounds
- 1
- Investors
- 1
- on record
About Kumbatia Seafood
Kumbatia Seafood sources and processes artisanal seafood from East Africa's Swahili Coast. It works with small-scale fishing communities through fish-handling training, financing, an off-grid cold chain from boat to processing facility, and market access for traceable, sustainably harvested seafood, with the stated aim of improving fishers' livelihoods and marine conservation.
Kumbatia Seafood funding1 round
Kumbatia Seafood has raised $100K across 1 disclosed round. The latest is a $100K Grant announced 07 Oct 2026.
Who has invested in Kumbatia Seafood
| Announced | Round | Lead · investors | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 07 Oct 2026 | Kumbatia Seafood Grant | FINCA Ventures | $100K |
Kumbatia Seafood founders & team
Full team →- Bernard Iha ThoyaCo-Founder and Head of Operations
- Will GertlerCo-Founder
- Nelson Ondego MumataCo-Founder
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Frequently asked about Kumbatia Seafood
- Where is Kumbatia Seafood based?
- Kumbatia Seafood is headquartered in Mombasa, Kenya.
- Who founded Kumbatia Seafood?
- Kumbatia Seafood was founded by Bernard Iha Thoya (Co-Founder and Head of Operations), Will Gertler (Co-Founder) and Nelson Ondego Mumata (Co-Founder).
- How much funding has Kumbatia Seafood raised?
- Kumbatia Seafood has raised $100K across 1 disclosed round. Its latest, a $100K Grant, was announced on Oct 07, 2026.
- Who has invested in Kumbatia Seafood?
- Backers include FINCA Ventures.
- What sector is Kumbatia Seafood in?
- Kumbatia Seafood operates in AgTech, Cold Chain and Fishery.
