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Do you know any visionaries? Anyone with the ability to take on a problem and turn it into an opportunity?

Here’s one you should catch up with on LinkedIn.

Alex Mativo, a visionary building at the intersection of sustainability, technology and data.

He is building practical ventures to solve Africa’s challenges. 

Alex Mativo is a founder and CEO of E-LAB, a startup addressing electronic waste in Africa and transforming it into products for the fashion and interior design industries. 

His work has gained international recognition, including features in Forbes Africa and receiving the Queen's Young Leaders Award.

He is also the co-founder of Duck, a Techstars ‘24 company, where he helps brands understand what truly happens at the point of purchase. In fast-changing emerging markets, outdated data puts brands at a disadvantage. 

Alex focuses on providing real-time insights on pricing, distribution and consumer trends, enabling companies to price, stock and supply their products more effectively. 

Before this, he founded Nanasi, a point-of-sale platform that digitised ordering and payments for quick-service restaurants, helping businesses operate more efficiently and transparently. 

Across each venture, there is a clear thread; He is building systems that respond to market needs while strengthening Africa’s economic ecosystem.

Following Alex on LinkedIn means gaining grounded, practical insights into innovation in emerging markets. 

He shares thoughtful reflections on startup lessons, industry events and job opportunities. 

If you are interested in sustainability, innovation, data-driven strategy or scaling ventures in emerging markets, Alex Mativo is a strong voice to follow. 

He represents a generation of African founders who are innovative and committed to building solutions that move the continent forward.

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