# Emata

- **Website:** <https://emata.ug>
- **Primary alias:** `emata.ug`
- **Founded:** 2020
- **Employees:** 11+
- **Location:** Bugolobi, Kampala, Uganda
- **Company kind:** PRIVATELY HELD

## Description

Emata is a leading Ugandan fintech brand that aims to transform the lives of farmers through digital and affordable loans. With a bold vision to empower farmers and turn their farms into thriving businesses, Emata believes in the potential of agriculture to meet the world's growing food needs. By partnering with cooperatives and aggregators, Emata leverages AI-powered alternative credit scoring to provide simple, accessible, and affordable financing options to farmers. They understand the struggles faced by African farmers and are committed to bridging the gap between technology and agricultural financing. Emata's journey began in 2020 when they recognized the untapped potential in utilizing technology and big data for agricultural financing. Since then, they have achieved significant milestones, including obtaining their Microfinance License in Uganda and winning the prestigious Catapult Inclusion Africa award. In 2021, Emata started lending to dairy farmers and expanded their services to maize, oilseeds, and coffee farmers. They have also secured external on-lending capital and were named the Best Newcomer at the Global Startup Awards. As they continue to scale up in Uganda, Emata invites potential partners to join their mission. Stay updated with their latest news and developments by following them on social media. Visit their offices in Kampala and Mbarara for a firsthand experience and a demonstration of their services. Emata is committed to revolutionizing farmer financing and addressing the needs of the agricultural community.

## Industries

- 💰 Finance

## Logos & icons

- logo _(primary)_ — PNG — [download](https://cdn.brandfetch.io/idxmxjz4dm/w/256/h/256/theme/dark/logo.png?c=1bxid64Mup7aczewSAYMX&t=1755441623735)

## Colors

| Name | Hex | Theme |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Mine Shaft | #333333 | dark |
| Gallery | #f0f0f0 | light |
| Bright Turquoise | #00d3ef | accent |

## Fonts

- Segoe UI — asset _(custom)_

## Imagery

- banner _(primary)_ — JPEG — [download](https://cdn.brandfetch.io/idxmxjz4dm/w/1500/h/500/idLRD9sWlW.jpeg?c=1bxid64Mup7aczewSAYMX&t=1755441624082)

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