Hobbe Tech

Hobbe Tech

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Mahfuz Kedir

Mahfuz Kedir

Founder & CEO

Mahfuz Kedir Abas is a visionary entrepreneur and the CEO & Founder of HOBBE Tech Company, will be leading innovation in digital ticketing, social media, and software solutions.
Kalid Meftu

Kalid Meftu

Co-Founder, CTO & Advisor

Kalid has more than 8 years of experience in the tech field. He started his career as a mobile engineer, where he developed various applications that reached over 1.4 million users. His career has led him to work with multiple renowned organizations, including Chapa and Kifya financial technology, major fintech companies, and Safaricom, a leading telecommunications company.
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Idea

HOBBE is a cutting-edge platform designed to revolutionize the event ticketing and management landscape. It addresses the complex and evolving needs of event organizers, attendees, and government entities by integrating state-of-the-art technology such as AI-powered analytics, live streaming, secure communication, and an advanced ticketing system. The platform serves both local and global event ecosystems, offering an all-in-one solution that simplifies event management, making it more efficient and accessible.

Challenge

The challenges HOBBE addresses are deeply rooted in the inefficiencies and frustrations of traditional event ticketing systems. These include high costs, cumbersome processes, and limited accessibility for both event organizers and attendees. By digitizing the entire event management process, HOBBE not only reduces costs but also streamlines ticketing, communication, and analytics, making event planning and participation more efficient. Furthermore, HOBBE's founders have identified a specific gap in the Ethiopian market, where the traditional ticketing model is still prevalent, and have created a solution that directly caters to these localized pain points.

Solution

HOBBE’s vision is to create a world where event management is seamless, transparent, and universally accessible. The platform’s mission is to empower the event industry by providing a comprehensive platform that enhances efficiency, fosters inclusivity, and drives innovation for every event creator and participant. HOBBE stands by core values like integrity, which ensures trust through transparency, and empowerment, which gives users the tools to control their events with ease. Additionally, HOBBE is dedicated to relentless evolution, continuously improving its offerings based on user feedback and technological advancements.


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Fastercapital To Help Hobbe Execute Product And Market Milestones In Equitypilot
24 Mar 2026

Fastercapital To Help Hobbe Execute Product And Market Milestones In Equitypilot

Addis Ababa, Ethiopia & Dubai, UAE — March 24, 2026

Fastercapital Today Announced That Hobbe Tech, An Ethiopian Event-Ticketing And Engagement Platform, Has Joined The Equitypilot Program To Accelerate Execution On Its All-In-One App For Ticketing, Live Streaming, Chat, And Crypto Payments. The Program Will Work With Hobbe On Product Refinement, Go-To-Market Focus, And Early Customer Engagement.

Fastercapital And Equitypilot Will Concentrate On Execution Milestones During The First 30–60 Days, Prioritizing Product Refinement, Pilot Event Deployments, And Early Merchant Outreach To Validate Hobbe’s Core Flows And Commercial Positioning.

The Events Industry Continues To Fragment Across Discovery, Ticketing, Streaming, And Payments. Hobbe Targets Organizers And Attendees Seeking A Unified Experience That Combines Physical And Virtual Event Management With Built-In Social Features And Cryptocurrency Support. Market Estimates Indicate Millions Of Events Annually Worldwide, And Hobbe Aims To Address Gaps For Organizers In Ethiopia And Similar Markets Before Scaling More Broadly.

What The Startup Delivers?

Hobbe Is Designed As An Integrated Event Platform That Brings Together Ticket Sales, Live Streaming, Real-Time Chat, And A Native Crypto Payment Option (Hbc). The App Aims To Simplify Event Logistics For Organizers While Improving Engagement And Accessibility For Attendees. Hobbe Offers Tiered Plans For Organizers, Including A Basic Free Tier And A Premium Plan With Expanded Capacity And Support.

Why Now?

Organizers Increasingly Need Integrated Digital Workflows As Hybrid And Virtual Events Remain Common. Hobbe Positions Itself To Capitalize On Demand For Consolidated Tools That Lower Administrative Overhead And Increase Real-Time Audience Interaction, Particularly In Under-Served Regional Markets.

What Fastercapital Will Provide?

- Hands-On Execution Support Focused On Near-Term Product And Go-To-Market Milestones

- Mentorship And Access To Relevant Ecosystem Stakeholders And Advisors

- Guidance On Fundraising Readiness, Pitch Materials, And Investor Positioning

- Support In Structuring Pilot Programs And Early Commercial Tests

Execution Plan (First 30–60 Days)

Fastercapital And Hobbe Will Focus On Testing Key User Journeys With Pilot Organizers, Tightening Payment And Streaming Integrations, And Improving Onboarding Flows For Event Hosts. The Work Plan Emphasizes Measurable Product Changes, Early Adopter Feedback, And Refining Messaging For Target Markets.

Leadership Comment

“Hesham Zreik, Founder And Ceo Of Fastercapital, Said: ‘We’re Excited To Support Hobbe Through Equitypilot. Our Team Will Focus On Execution Milestones And Connecting The Startup With The Right Ecosystem Stakeholders.’”

Next 90 Days

Over The Following 90 Days Hobbe Plans To Complete Iterative Product Improvements From Pilot Feedback, Expand Merchant Outreach In Addis Ababa And Other Regional Hubs, And Prepare Investor-Facing Materials To Support Future Fundraising Conversations. Progress Will Be Measured Through Pilot Conversions, Streaming Reliability, And Payment Flow Completion Rates.

Founder Background

Hobbe’s Founding Team Includes Mahfuz Kedir (Founder And CEO), Khalid Meftu (Chief Tech Officer And Advisor, Co-Founder), And Dame Bahiru (Co-Founder And Project Manager). The Team Combines Local Market Experience With Technical Development Capacity To Build A Regionally Focused Event Platform.

Competitive Landscape

Hobbe Enters A Category With Both International Ticketing Platforms And Local Providers. The Company Targets Differentiation Through Its Combined Streaming, Chat, And Cryptocurrency-Enabled Payment Model, Tailored To Event Organizers In Ethiopia And Similar Markets.

About Hobbe

Hobbe Is An Integrated Event Ticketing And Engagement Platform Built To Simplify Event Management And Enhance Attendee Interaction Through Live Streaming, Chat, And Crypto Payments. Hobbe Aims To Digitalize Event Ticketing And Improve Accessibility For Organizers And Audiences.

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