UPIDA TEC
Infrastructure Lobito Corridor
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Company Description
UPIDA is an Angolan Agrotech startup that designs and manufactures smart agricultural greenhouses adapted to the local climate, with optional solar energy integration. By combining environmental automation, climate control, and continuous technical support, UPIDA transforms vulnerable agricultural production into stable, year-round farming while reducing losses and strengthening food security in Angola.
Team
UPIDA is led by a multidisciplinary team combining expertise in engineering, agriculture, and business development.
Rui Marques (CEO) – Strategic leadership, institutional relations and investment attraction. Background in electronics and agriculture.
Yelany Hamuiela (CTO) – Engineering, automation and systems development, responsible for the technical design of the smart greenhouse.
Zenildo Joaquim (COO) – Operations management, logistics and production, overseeing manufacturing and quality control.
Isidoro Viegas (CMO) – Commercial strategy, marketing and sales, responsible for client acquisition and brand positioning.
Adilson Santa-Rosa – Technical specialist responsible for greenhouse structural modelling and automated system installation.
Countries of Operation
Angola
Democratic Republic of Congo
Ownership of Company
Local Company (100% Angolan ownership)
Number of years since incorporated
1 Year
Stage
Early Venture
Annual Revenue (in EUR)
EUR 100,000 – 250,000
Number of employees
11–50
Project Pitch
UPIDA is an Angolan Agrotech startup that develops and locally manufactures smart agricultural greenhouses adapted to Angola’s climate and farmers’ needs. The solution integrates automated ventilation and temperature control, shading systems, efficient irrigation, environmental sensors, and optional solar energy integration. These features allow year-round production, reduce agricultural losses by up to 30–60%, and significantly increase crop productivity.
The business model is based on the sale of greenhouse units, combined with recurring revenue from preventive maintenance contracts and continuous technical support. Additional revenue is generated through technical upgrades and system improvements.
Operationally, the company focuses on local manufacturing in Angola using galvanized metal structures and UV-protected plastic coverings. Services include technical installation, farmer training, standardized preventive maintenance plans, and continuous post-sale technical support.
UPIDA operates with a multidisciplinary team capable of delivering and scaling the technology while supporting farmers in transitioning to more resilient and productive agricultural systems.
Total Project Cost (in EUR)
EUR 542,444.91
Financing needs (in EUR)
EUR 542,444.91
Type of financing needed
Equity
Planned allocation of fundraising capital
Greenfield (new activity for the company)