Resilience17 Invests in Mira to Transform Retail and Hospitality in Africa

We are excited to announce our investment in Mira, a business management platform that seamlessly integrates POS, inventory, and payments, enabling retail and hospitality businesses to operate more efficiently.

Many businesses in Africa struggle with fragmented systems, leading to inefficiencies, stock mismanagement, and a lack of data-driven insights. Legacy solutions often fail to support local payment methods or function well in low-connectivity areas. Mira addresses these challenges by providing a unified system that offers real-time control, smart insights, and scalable solutions to drive business growth.

A Conversation with Mira’s Founder

We spoke with Ted Oladele, Founder of Mira, about the vision behind the company and how this investment will shape its future.

What inspired you to start Mira?

Businesses across Africa lacked a modern, efficient way to manage sales, inventory, and payments in one platform. After years in fintech and product development, I saw how fragmented retail and restaurant operations were. Many relied on outdated systems or juggled multiple tools that didn’t integrate well. We built Mira to be more than just software—it’s a true business partner for African enterprises.

What key challenges does Mira solve?

Mira tackles three major issues:

• Disconnected payments – Multiple, non-integrated systems create inefficiencies.
• Inventory mismanagement – Without real-time tracking, businesses face overstocking, losses, and stockouts.
• Lack of business intelligence – Owners lack insights into sales trends, peak hours, and customer preferences.

By integrating POS, inventory, and payments into one intelligent system, Mira provides businesses with real-time visibility, automation, and the ability to scale confidently.

What has been a major milestone so far?

Onboarding over 300 businesses in our first year was a defining moment. Seeing companies thrive with Mira and securing key partnerships reinforced our belief in solving an urgent problem.

How does this investment from Resilience17 accelerate Mira’s growth?

This funding allows us to scale customer acquisition, enhance AI-driven features, strengthen payment infrastructure, and optimize onboarding. We are committed to expanding efficiently while ensuring businesses receive seamless support and innovation.

What’s next for Mira?

Our focus is on expansion and product refinement, with key priorities including:

• Scaling customer acquisition – Growing to serve thousands of businesses across Africa.
• Advancing AI and automation – Implementing predictive inventory and dynamic pricing.
• Expanding payment capabilities – Enhancing transactions and introducing credit offerings.
• Optimizing our sales funnel – Strengthening our team and refining our go-to-market strategy.

With Resilience17's support, Mira is poised to lead Africa’s POS and business intelligence market. As Ted Oladele puts it, “We are building Mira to be the undisputed leader in business management solutions across the continent. The next few months are crucial in cementing that position.”

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