DisrupTech Ventures, one of Egypt’s leading early-stage fintech venture capital funds, has announced its first pan-African investment in Nigerian startup Winich Farms, an innovative agri-tech company transforming market access and financial inclusion for smallholder farmers in Nigeria. This strategic investment is part of Winich’s Pre-Series A round and marks a significant step toward expanding fintech-backed agriculture solutions across Africa.
Empowering Smallholder Farmers in Nigeria’s Agriculture Sector
Headquartered in Lagos, Winich Farms is tackling some of the biggest challenges in Nigeria’s agriculture sector—market fragmentation and limited financial inclusion. Despite agriculture contributing around 21% of Nigeria’s GDP, smallholder farmers, who represent 80% of the farming population and account for 90% of local food production, remain largely disconnected from modern supply chains and formal financial services.
“Our investment in Winich reflects our conviction in the potential of Nigeria’s agri-fintech sector and the scalability of its model. Winich is not only solving real problems for smallholder farmers but doing so with a scalable model. Agriculture is also core to Egypt’s economy, and we look forward to sharing insights and best practices between both markets as Winich grows across the continent,”
— Mohamed Okasha, Managing Partner, DisrupTech Ventures
“We are excited to welcome DisrupTech Ventures on board as we enter our next phase of growth. Their experience in scaling early-stage fintechs will be invaluable as we strengthen our operations, empower more farmers, and explore expansion opportunities across Africa and beyond,”
— Attai Riches, CEO and Co-founder, Winich Farms
Addressing Market Access and Financial Barriers
Amid rising agri-input costs and inflation driven by Naira devaluation, Winich offers a timely solution by bridging two critical gaps: access to markets and access to finance.
Currently operating in 29 out of Nigeria’s 36 states, Winich Farms connects over 180,000 smallholder farmers directly with off-takers such as food processors and retailers through its digital platform. By eliminating multiple intermediaries, the platform boosts farmer incomes and improves supply chain efficiency.
Additionally, Winich operates a network of agent collection points nationwide that enables produce aggregation and logistics without the need for physical infrastructure. Their digital Winich Cards are also helping farmers transition from cash transactions to digital payments, which helps them build financial records—a crucial step toward gaining access to credit.
In collaboration with the Kebbi Agricultural Research and Development Agency (KARDA), Winich also provides direct credit services and agronomic advisory to help farmers increase yields and scale production.
A Vision for African Expansion and Global Reach
Looking ahead, Winich Farms plans to scale its impact across Africa and explore export opportunities in the MENA region, tapping into rising demand for traceable, tech-enabled agricultural supply chains. As Africa seeks sustainable food systems and greater resilience in its agricultural economies, Winich’s model offers a blueprint for inclusive, digital-first farming.
With backing from DisrupTech Ventures and a rapidly growing user base, Winich Farms is well-positioned to emerge as a continental leader in post-harvest agri-fintech innovation.
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