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Operator of a smart distribution platform designed to optimize supply chains in the fish and chicken sectors. The company connects producers with restaurants and butcheries, reducing post-harvest losses and ensuring market access through decentralized cold storage facilities. This enables farmers and fishermen to efficiently deliver products directly to consumers, increasing their income and promoting fair trade.


Location: Kenya
Website: http://www.raino.co.ke/
Sector: Agriculture
Funding Stage: Venture Round Grant Pre-Seed Venture Round
Total Funding ($m): $0.8M
# of Founders: 1
Founding Year: 2014
Funding Year: 2025
Status: Active
YearAmountStageInvestors
2022$0.5mVenture RoundFCDO, African Development Bank, Kenyan government
2022$0.1mGrantGoogle For Startups Black Founders Fund
2024$0.2mPre-SeedCatalyst Fund
2025$UndisclosedmVenture RoundGlobal Innovation Fund
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Francis Nderuti
Founder & CEO
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Venture Round $0.5m

FCDO, African Development Bank, Kenyan government



Grant $0.1m

Google For Startups Black Founders Fund



Pre-Seed $0.2m

Catalyst Fund



Venture Round $Undisclosedm

Global Innovation Fund





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