Village Capital Invests USD 150,000 in Women-Led Startups Rhea and Regxta

Village Capital has announced its latest investments worth USD 150,000 in two innovative women-led startups, Rhea Soil Health Management (Rhea) and Regxta, through Standard Chartered’s Women in Tech Financing Facility, created to support alumni of Standard Chartered’s Futuremakers program.

Rhea is revolutionizing agriculture in Kenya by providing affordable and accessible soil testing solutions that help smallholder farmers improve yields and promote soil health. Regxta, based in Nigeria, is advancing financial inclusion by offering tailored services to micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs), with a particular focus on women-owned businesses.

Building a science-driven hardware-software business in Africa’s agritech sector is challenging, especially with the need for continuous R&D and market-driven innovation. Village Capital’s investment will help us finalize the production of our Agripad devices, expand our agent network, and strengthen our impact on smallholder farmers and agronomists across Kenya. The Standard Chartered Women in Tech program equipped us with the tools to scale sustainably and create meaningful results and therefore joining Village Capital’s portfolio, solidifies that foundation.

– Priscilla Wakarera, Founder, Rhea

Village Capital’s investment arrived at a crucial time, enabling us to expand our reach, secure a microfinance banking license, and enter new markets. This support affirms Regxta’s position as a high-impact startup driving poverty reduction, fostering economic growth, and creating sustainable opportunities for underserved communities in Nigeria.

– For Rukayat Bello, Founder, Regxta

The Women in Tech Financing Facility reflects the shared mission of Village Capital and Standard Chartered to address gender disparities in access to funding. By offering catalytic capital, the facility empowers women entrepreneurs, particularly in underserved regions, to overcome the unique challenges and biases they face and drive lasting change in their communities.