LintechZm Partners with FasterCapital to Accelerate Sombo Across Africa

LintechZm and FasterCapital today announced a strategic partnership through the EquityPilot Program to accelerate Sombo - LintechZm's local services marketplace - across Zambia and African markets. The collaboration aims to address client-access and unemployment challenges through mentorship, product development, and go-to-market support.

Market Opportunity

Millions of small businesses and skilled professionals struggle to find consistent local work. LintechZm targets the ~35% engaged in trades and professional services. Market inefficiencies such as poor discovery channels, low trust, and weak demand aggregation leave both consumers and providers underserved. With Africa's rapid urbanization and mobile growth, the need for reliable local service discovery is rising.

Startup Solution

The Sombo app connects skilled and unskilled workers - plumbers, electricians, designers, and small companies - with nearby clients using intelligent job-matching, location filters, ratings, and in-app booking. Unlike generalized marketplaces, Sombo focuses on local trades and services, combining verified profiles, availability management, and payment workflows. Early pilot results show strong usability and matching performance.

FasterCapital Partnership

Through FasterCapital's EquityPilot, LintechZm will access tailored mentorship, product engineering, go-to-market playbooks, and investor network support. The program validates LintechZm's market fit and scaling potential, accelerating development, refining unit economics, and positioning Sombo for regional rollout within 12-18 months.

Executive Quotes

"LintechZm's Sombo targets a large, underserved services market and demonstrates strong operational focus. We expect meaningful traction and investor interest as the program progresses," said Hesham Zreik, Founder, FasterCapital.

"Partnering with FasterCapital transforms Sombo's roadmap into an accelerated reality," said Kayonga Chiteta, CEO, LintechZm. "Their mentorship and networks will help refine our algorithms, scale our provider base, and expand earned-income opportunities for local professionals."

Future Plans

Over the next 12 months, LintechZm will enhance product features, expand marketing, and onboard enterprise and SME partners. The company targets its first 100,000 monthly active users and aims to raise a seed round post-EquityPilot. Long-term plans include regional expansion across Southern and East Africa and diversified revenue through premium listings, transaction fees, and enterprise contracts.

About LintechZm

Founded in 2022 in Ndola, Zambia, LintechZm builds software solutions that connect local service providers with customers. Its Sombo app enables job matching, booking, and discovery for trades and professional services, helping increase earned income and simplify service access.
Visit https://www.lintechzm.com/ for details.

About FasterCapital

FasterCapital is a global venture builder and online incubator supporting startups through funding, technical development, and mentorship. Founded in 2014, it has helped hundreds of startups worldwide via programs like EquityPilot and LaunchUp.
Visit https://fastercapital.com for details.

Contact Information:

LintechZm
Attn: Kayonga Chiteta, Founder & CEO
FR25, Kansenshi Infill
Ndola, Copperbelt Province
Zambia
Phone: +260 774 987 853
Email: info@lintechzm.com
Website: www.lintechzm.com

LintechZm is a dynamic technology and software development company based in Zambia, dedicated to innovating Africa through technology. Founded by visionary entrepreneurs, the company focuses on creating digital solutions that empower businesses, professionals, and communities.

This release was published on openPR.