Sero Razack Yarou Bao

After completing my postgraduate studies abroad, I have decided to return to Africa to address African issues and establish successful companies and innovative startups. I wanted to take advantage of the continent’s demographic and economic growth.

From 2018 to 2020, I successfully helped the startup reach African students from 20 countries to get admission to Chinese Universities. Access Hunan LTD has now rebranded to Yasiri and targets universities in all study destinations.

In 2021, two other co-founders and I decided to create Ahiyoyo, the first marketplace dedicated to Francophone countries. Our solution makes online transactions accessible, secure, and convenient in Africa, particularly for users who may not have access to traditional banking services.

Despite launching in Benin in May 2021 with a small market of 10 million people, we have managed to achieve great success with over 50,000 users gained and more than 250 partners. We integrated local payment methods and successfully delivered more than a thousand orders.

I can offer my expertise and advice on various topics, such as marketing, operations, and growth strategies, which can help these startups become successful.

As a mentor in the Mentoring for Women Entrepreneurial Success Program, I want to learn about industries and new businesses to stay informed on the latest trends and understand the challenges faced by entrepreneurs. Through learning about these businesses, I can keep my knowledge up-to-date, which will help me provide the most comprehensive advice when mentoring.

I also want to give back to the startup ecosystem and entrepreneurs coming up. By participating in this program, I have the opportunity to meet and connect with aspiring entrepreneurs, which can help them gain valuable industry insights and knowledge.

Furthermore, I look to make new connections for myself and/or the organization I represent. This can allow me to broaden my professional network and expand my knowledge base.