At Lisk, we believe that building a blockchain startup isn’t just about having a great idea—it’s about turning that idea into something real, sustainable, and impactful. That’s why we created the Lisk Blockchain Incubation Hub in partnership with CV Labs—to provide early-stage founders with the resources, mentorship, and network they need to succeed.

The program was designed as an intensive, hands-on experience that helped founders refine their business models, develop go-to-market strategies, and connect with investors. Over the course of six months, participants moved through two structured phases—first focusing on product validation and business fundamentals, then transitioning into brand-building, community growth, and fundraising. 

With expert mentorship, financial support, and access to an extensive Web3 network, the program gave startups everything they needed to scale their ideas into viable, market-ready blockchain solutions.

Looking Back: Insights, Lessons, and the Road Ahead

Our graduates had bold ideas and unwavering dedication, but the journey from a simple idea to a practical solution can be arduous. Breaking into the market demands more than just innovation—it demands a deep understanding of industry dynamics, the ability to seize opportunities, and a strategy for scaling effectively. Through expert mentorship and hands-on experience, they learned how to refine their approach, navigate challenges, and position themselves for long-term success.

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Meet the Startups 

Broadening financial access, redefining digital ownership, and transforming agriculture, our graduates are tackling some of Africa’s most pressing challenges on-chain. 

These startups have emerged from our program with refined business models, validated solutions, and the momentum to scale their impact. 

Each of them embodies the spirit of innovation, demonstrating how blockchain can create tangible value in high growth markets and beyond.

TATA-IMALI: Transforming Payments in South Africa

In South Africa, millions rely on cash for daily transactions, facing high withdrawal fees, security risks, and limited financial access. TATA-IMALI is changing this by introducing a blockchain-powered payment platform that enables low-cost, instant digital transactions for consumers and merchants.

With a zero-fee digital wallet, consumers can send, receive, and pay instantly without the burden of traditional banking costs while merchants benefit from lower transaction fees, access to Visa, Mastercard, and ZARP stablecoin payments, and seamless point-of-sale solutions. Unlike existing players, TATA-IMALI leverages blockchain for fast settlements, reduced costs, and financial inclusion.

By bridging traditional payments with blockchain infrastructure, TATA-IMALI is helping small businesses and underserved communities transition to a more secure and efficient financial system. 

As digital transformation accelerates, this startup is leading the way in making everyday transactions cheaper, smarter, and faster.

To learn more about TATA-IMALI’s mission or to get involved, you can contact them on their LinkedIn.

TRENDX: Simplifying Access to Capital Through Tokenization

For many businesses, accessing funding is an uphill battle—slow approvals, high costs, and rigid financial structures often stand in the way of growth.

 TRENDX is changing that by offering a frictionless way to transform assets into liquid, tradeable tokens, allowing businesses to unlock capital faster and with greater flexibility.

By streamlining the tokenization process, TRENDX makes it easier for companies to secure funding, fractionalize ownership, and reach a global pool of investors. Its ecosystem is designed for ease of use, removing technical barriers that have traditionally made asset tokenization complex and expensive. 

Whether it’s real estate, intellectual property, or alternative assets, TRENDX enables businesses to turn value into opportunity without waiting on traditional gatekeepers.

As the demand for alternative financing grows, TRENDX is positioning itself at the forefront of a more open, efficient, and accessible financial system, bringing tokenization-as-a-service to markets that need it most.

To learn more about TRENDX’s mission or to get involved, you can contact them on their X, Instagram and LinkedIn.

POKECOIN: Bringing Pokémon Collecting to the Digital Era

For decades, Pokémon card collecting has been a beloved pastime, but verifying authenticity, preserving value, and trading securely remain challenges for collectors. POKECOIN is changing that by creating a dedicated NFT marketplace for Pokémon cards, where collectors can digitally authenticate, trade, and showcase their prized assets with full transparency and security.

By combining blockchain with collectible trading, POKECOIN ensures that every card’s provenance is verifiable and tamper-proof, giving collectors confidence in their purchases and sales. The platform also introduces fractional ownership, allowing enthusiasts to invest in high-value cards without requiring full ownership—expanding access to rare collectibles.

With a growing global market of Pokémon enthusiasts, POKECOIN is redefining digital ownership, bridging nostalgia with next-generation technology to create a seamless, secure, and transparent trading experience for collectors worldwide.

To learn more about POKECOIN’s mission or to get involved, you can contact the founder of the company Michael Jordan on Linkedin.

JAMIT: Giving Storytellers Control Over Their Voice

In today’s digital landscape, creators often struggle with censorship, revenue loss, and lack of ownership over their content. JAMIT is changing that by building a decentralized audio storytelling platform where storytellers, podcasters, and audio creators can publish, grow, and monetize their work globally—without restrictions or middlemen.

Unlike traditional platforms that take a large cut of creator earnings, JAMIT ensures 100% content ownership, direct audience engagement, and borderless monetization. With features like smart contracts for revenue sharing, AI-powered content tools, and a global distribution network, it provides an all-in-one space for diverse voices to be heard.

JAMIT is more than just a platform—it’s a movement to empower creators, unlock new revenue streams, and reshape the future of audio storytelling in an open, censorship-resistant ecosystem.

To learn more about JAMIT’s mission or to get involved, you can contact them on their LinkedIn, X , TikTok, Instagram and Facebook.

AFRIKABAL: Building a Transparent and Fair Food Supply Chain

Africa’s agricultural sector is the backbone of its economy, yet inefficiencies, unfair pricing, and lack of transparency prevent farmers from accessing fair markets. With $4 billion lost annually due to supply chain issues, small-scale farmers and wholesalers struggle to connect efficiently.

AFRIKABAL is addressing this by tokenizing agricultural trade, creating a decentralized marketplace where farmers, wholesalers, and investors can interact with full transparency. Using smart contracts and IoT-driven tracking, the platform ensures fair pricing, real-time monitoring, and seamless transactions, eliminating middlemen who drive up costs.

Beyond trading, AFRIKABAL enables fractional land ownership and trade finance, allowing users to invest in farms, provide capital to farmers, and share in the harvest profits. By merging finance and agriculture in a streamlined blockchain ecosystem, AFRIKABAL is reshaping the future of food supply chains—one fair, efficient trade at a time.

To learn more about AFRIKABAL’s mission or to get involved, you can contact them on their LinkedIn, X , Telegram, Instagram and Discord.

NOMACHAIN: Making Homeownership Accessible Through Rent-to-Own

For millions across Africa, owning a home feels out of reach, with high rental costs, limited mortgage access, and rigid financial structures making it nearly impossible for many to buy property. NOMACHAIN is changing that with a tokenized rent-to-own model, allowing individuals to gradually build home equity while paying affordable rent.

By eliminating steep down payments and offering fractional property ownership, NOMACHAIN makes homeownership more accessible, flexible, and secure. The platform also provides a secondary market for investors, increasing liquidity and funding opportunities for real estate development.

With a growing demand for affordable housing and an estimated $1.4 trillion African real estate market by 2025, NOMACHAIN is unlocking new pathways to financial inclusion, helping more people turn rent into investment—one home at a time.

To learn more about NOMACHAIN’s mission or to get involved, you can contact them on their LinkedIn, X , TikTok, Instagram and Facebook.

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Building the Future, One Startup at a Time

As this cohort of startups embarks on the next phase of their journey, we remain steadfast in our commitment to supporting and nurturing them as they evolve. Since our founding in 2016, we have been dedicated to democratizing blockchain accessibility with a particular focus on emerging markets where financial infrastructure is often limited, and innovative solutions like these can drive real economic inclusion.

Applications for the next batch are now open. If you’re building a project that brings meaningful change through blockchain—one that can improve lives and create lasting impact—we invite you to join us. Let’s build the real human layer for Web3—together.

Build for people, create real impact, and scale your vision. Apply today!

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