Sabi

Sabi is a Lagos-based technology provider that develops digital commerce infrastructure for Africa’s informal economy. The company operates an asset-light model, partnering with intermediaries across the B2B supply chain including manufacturers, distributors, wholesalers, and small-scale retailers. By blending global reach with local insight, Sabi facilitates the sourcing and distribution of physical goods, fast-moving consumer goods, and critical commodities. The platform integrates technology with physical logistics to connect African markets internally and with global supply chains. Sabi additionally focuses on ethical sourcing and sustainability, offering tools for traceable mineral and rare earth exports. Beyond commerce, the company provides financial inclusion through fit-for-purpose solutions such as inventory and commodity finance, delivered in partnership with regulated financial institutions. As a venture-backed startup, Sabi aims to optimize fragmented supply chains while prioritizing environmental and social standards across Sub-Saharan Africa's key commercial hubs, supporting over 300,000 merchants through its digital marketplace and infrastructure services.

Sabi serves as a leading provider of digital infrastructure designed to optimize supply chains for diverse market needs in Africa. Based in Lagos, the company utilizes an asset-light model that avoids owning warehouses or logistics fleets, instead coordinating with third-party providers and existing market intermediaries to facilitate the cost-effective movement of textiles, electronics, and fast-moving consumer goods.

The company has expanded its focus to include the traceable export of critical minerals and rare earths, bridging cultural and commercial gaps between African producers and global buyers. By implementing stringent environmental and social standards, Sabi promotes ethical sourcing while supporting local communities. The startup has achieved a billion-dollar annualized gross merchandise value run rate while scaling its operations across major African economies.