Cascador Supports Ten High-Growth Nigerian Companies

Cascador, a Nigeria-focused platform for entrepreneurs, has announced its new cohort of ten companies for the 2026 ScaleUp Program. These businesses represent diverse sectors including healthcare, food security, clean energy, and job creation across Nigeria.

The selected startups were chosen from over 1,000 applications and demonstrate a strategic shift towards growth-stage companies with proven traction in both tech and traditional industries. The cohort includes:

• Venco: Digital platform for community payments, utilities, communications, and operations
• SunFi: Financing, distribution, installation, and management of solar energy products
• ColdHubs: Solar-powered cold storage solutions for farmers and food businesses
• EHA Clinics: Integrated digital healthcare services with pharmacy and home care
• Beauty Hut Africa: Technology-enabled retail and distribution for beauty products
• BEYOND Fitness: Premium wellness experiences combining fitness, recovery, and community
• Ziba Beach Resort: Leisure destinations focused on Nigeria’s domestic tourism market
• Tulay Africa: Connecting industrial buyers with African mineral producers
• Maanj Agric: Farming network connecting smallholders to financing and markets
• Finger Chops: High-quality bread production for households, retailers, and institutions

“We’re proud to join Cascador’s 2026 ScaleUp Program,” said Chude Osiegbu, CEO of Venco. “The mentorship and resources will accelerate our growth as we expand our technology platform across new markets.”

The program offers bespoke support from experts, eligibility for follow-on funding through the Catalytic Fund (up to $5 million annually), and a 12-week curriculum with in-person sessions and virtual mentorship.

With over 60% of this year’s cohort led by women and founders from diverse regions across Nigeria, Cascador continues its commitment to building a more inclusive entrepreneurial ecosystem. Since launching in 2019, the platform has supported 70 ventures that have collectively raised $125 million in capital.