DigiCow Africa Ltd Analysis
What is DigiCow Africa Ltd?
DigiCow Africa Ltd delivers mobile-based agricultural solutions to Kenyan farmers using USSD technology. The DigiCow Dairy App provides access to extension content and digital record keeping. The Ndume App enables veterinarians to record cow health data and send SMS updates to farmers. The company is part of the World Bank’s One Million Farmer Platform and serves over 200,000 farmers.
Location
Kikuyu Town, Kenya
Employees
51-200
Founded
2016
Product Features & Capabilities
- DigiCow Dairy App with extension content and digital record keeping
- Ndume App for vet-recorded cow health data via SMS
- Tegea IVR system for bulk SMS training to farmers on feature phones
- USSD-based Digital A.I. service linking farmers to nearest inseminator
Use Cases
Farmers access animal husbandry training via USSD; Farmers receive SMS updates on cow health from veterinarians; Farmers get linked to nearest inseminator when cow is on heat; Vets maintain digital records of all cows; Farmers receive training content via bulk SMS; Farmers track gestation and reduce repeat AI services
Other Considerations
Part of World Bank’s One Million Farmer Platform; Serves over 200,000 farmers; Awarded most innovative Agritech in Kenya in 2019; Partners with CGA, Yara, and Kiambu County Government; Operates in 7 counties including Uasin Gishu and Tharaka-Nithi
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