Zindi was founded by Ekow Duker, Celina Lee in 2021.

Who are Zindi's investors?

Zindi's investors include Founders Factory Africa, Mo Angels, SHAKTI, Compound.

How much funding has Zindi raised?

Zindi has disclosed $950K raised across 1 round.

Where is Zindi headquartered?

Zindi is headquartered in Ebene, ZA.

Zindi

Ebene, ZA · Founded 2021 · Delaware corporation · 4 known investors

zindi.africa ↗

Zindi is a professional network and AI challenge platform where data scientists and AI builders compete on practical machine learning challenges developed with businesses, NGOs, and governments. Launched in 2018 and rooted in Africa, it also runs recruitment services and hackathons to connect data professionals with employers across emerging markets and globally.

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Founders & leadership

Zindi was founded in 2021 by Ekow Duker and Celina Lee.

Ekow DukerCo-founder

Celina LeeCo-founder

Karim BeguirNamed on SEC filing

Board

Dan Zigmond in 𝕏Board directorVenture Partner - Data Science & AI at Compound

Investors · 4

Founders Factory AfricaJohannesburg

Mo AngelsMauritius · $20K – $200K

SHAKTISan Francisco · $250K – $2M

CompoundreportedNew York · $400K – $1.5Mvia Dan Zigmond · board

Competitors · 3

by search overlap

Esri28 shared keywordsEsri develops ArcGIS, a geospatial platform that enables organizations across industries to create digital twins, conduct spatial analysis, and optimize operations. The platform serves government agencies, retailers, consultants, and other enterprises seeking location-based intelligence and data-driven decision-making.

DataCamp25 shared keywordsDataCamp is a learning platform for teams that teaches data and AI skills through hands-on coursework accessible via web browser and mobile app. It serves enterprise customers and development teams seeking to build technical capabilities.

Cuemath25 shared keywordsCuemath is an online math tutoring platform offering 1-on-1 live classes with vetted tutors for children globally. The service focuses on developing mathematical reasoning and problem-solving confidence rather than rote memorization, serving 200,000+ students across 80+ countries.

Companies competing with Zindi for the same Google search keywords, organic and paid, via search-intersection analysis.

Reported raises · per SEC filings

Form D private placements

$950K disclosed across 1 round · 2021

▶$950KraisedNov 2021 · 9 investors · Other Technology

Rule 506(b)

Officers, directors & promoters on the filing

Dan ZigmondDirector
Ekow DukerExecutive Officer, Director
Karim BeguirDirector
Celina LeeExecutive Officer, Director

Offering amount: $1000K
Amount sold: $950K
First sale: Oct 2021
Incorporated: Corporation, Delaware, 2021
Federal exemptions: 06b

Full filing on SEC EDGAR ↗

Source: SEC EDGAR Form D. Amounts as filed; amended filings shown once at their latest values.

Frequently asked questions

What does Zindi do?: Zindi is a professional network and AI challenge platform where data scientists and AI builders compete on practical machine learning challenges developed with businesses, NGOs, and governments. Launched in 2018 and rooted in Africa, it also runs recruitment services and hackathons to connect data professionals with employers across emerging markets and globally.
Who founded Zindi?: Zindi was founded by Ekow Duker, Celina Lee in 2021.
Who are Zindi's investors?: Zindi's investors include Founders Factory Africa, Mo Angels, SHAKTI, Compound.
How much funding has Zindi raised?: Zindi has disclosed $950K raised across 1 round.
Where is Zindi headquartered?: Zindi is headquartered in Ebene, ZA.