Tuesday 8 September, 2026
The GSMA Innovation Fund Impact portfolio 2024-25 highlights a vibrant ecosystem of digital startups driving real change across Africa, South and Southeast Asia. Supported by the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) and the Swedish International Development Cooperation Agency (Sida), the Fund fuels small growing businesses who are harnessing technology to tackle some of the world’s most urgent social and environmental challenges.
This edition of the impact portfolio spotlights the Fund’s commitment to fostering strategic partnerships for scale and the commitment to supporting women-led organisations and recognising the power of diverse leadership to unlock innovative solutions and reach underserved communities. The portfolio also features breakthrough applications of emerging technologies, including Artificial Intelligence (AI), the Internet of Things (IoT) and blockchain, that are reshaping entire industries and unlocking new opportunities for impact.
Explore the Impact Portfolio to see the innovative organisations who have:
- Reached millions of people with affordable and accessible technology
- Leveraged AI and blockchain to drive transparency and efficiency
- Advanced gender inclusion through tech-driven solutions
- Strengthened climate resilience and adaptation efforts in vulnerable communities.
The GSMA Innovation Fund is committed to accelerating digital innovation that delivers measurable social and environmental benefits, nurturing a new generation of entrepreneurs who are ready to change the world.
We invite impact-driven investors, donors and ecosystem partners to join us in supporting inclusive innovation. Explore the full Impact Portfolio and join us in celebrating these trailblazing innovators!
