Jesse Moore, the Co-Founder and CEO of M-KOPA, is a man who is not just building business, but changing lives. He has redefined what it means to have access to essential services in East Africa.
Through his leadership, M-KOPA has given millions of underbanked individuals a way to own solar energy systems, smartphones, and other life-changing products—without the barriers of traditional financing.
When Jesse co-founded M-KOPA, he saw a problem that needed solving: millions of hardworking people were being left out of the financial system simply because they had no access to credit.
Instead of accepting this reality, he built a solution—one that allows customers to pay in small, affordable installments using mobile money.
This simple but powerful idea has allowed families to light up their homes, connect to the digital world, and build financial independence.
For many in East Africa, something as basic as electricity or a smartphone can unlock new opportunities—whether it’s running a small business, accessing online education, or simply staying connected with loved ones. Jesse understands this deeply.
Under his leadership, M-KOPA has gone beyond solar power, expanding into smartphone financing and digital financial services, ensuring that even those with little to no credit history can access the tools they need to thrive.
Jesse’s approach to business is proof that profit and impact can go hand in hand. By combining fintech with asset financing, he has built a company that not only generates revenue but also creates real, lasting change in people’s lives.
M-KOPA isn’t just selling products—it’s helping people build a financial identity, laying the foundation for long-term economic growth. Jesse Moore’s work is a testament to the power of innovation with a purpose.
He has taken an industry that often excludes the poor and flipped the script, proving that access to credit should be a right, not a privilege. His mission is to break down financial barriers and empower millions to take control of their future.
