Lithuania & Dubai, UAE –  Aug 18, 2025

Zaluni, an innovative digital marketplace connecting qualified beauty professionals with clients seeking at-home beauty services in Angola and Southern Africa, today announced a strategic partnership with FasterCapital through its EquityPilot program. This collaboration aims to accelerate Zaluni’s market leadership by leveraging FasterCapital’s global network, capital resources, and expert mentorship to capitalize on the burgeoning beauty services market in Angola.

Market Opportunity & Problem Statement
The beauty industry in Angola is poised for rapid growth, with an estimated total addressable market (TAM) of approximately US$233 million by 2025. However, beauty professionals currently earn less than 40% of what they generate in salons, and clients face the inconvenience of traveling to crowded physical locations. Zaluni addresses these inefficiencies by digitizing the beauty services ecosystem, creating a seamless, on-demand platform that empowers professionals financially and enhances client convenience. The competitive landscape includes traditional salons, informal referral networks, and emerging digital platforms, but none combine comprehensive training, marketplace specialization, and logistics integration as Zaluni does.

Startup Solution & Differentiation
Zaluni’s platform uniquely combines a standardized training academy for beauty professionals, a specialized marketplace for booking at-home services, and an integrated logistics network for beauty product delivery. This holistic approach ensures consistent service quality, convenience, and supply chain efficiency. Since launch, Zaluni has registered over 100 customers and 30 professionals, processed 30+ service requests, and generated $250+ in revenue, demonstrating early market validation. By fostering a community of professionals and continuously innovating its platform, Zaluni positions itself as the go-to digital beauty ecosystem in Angola and beyond.

FasterCapital Partnership Value
Through the EquityPilot program, Zaluni gains access to FasterCapital’s extensive resources, including strategic mentorship, product development support, and capital-raising expertise. FasterCapital’s rigorous selection criteria ensure that Zaluni is among a select group of high-potential startups poised for rapid scaling. This partnership will accelerate Zaluni’s go-to-market strategy, enhance its technological capabilities, and expand its investor network, setting the stage for sustained growth and market penetration.

Executive Quotes

Hesham Zreik, Founder of FasterCapital, said:
“Zaluni exemplifies the kind of transformative startup that aligns perfectly with FasterCapital’s mission to empower innovative ventures in emerging markets. Their integrated approach to solving critical pain points in the beauty industry, combined with a strong founding team, makes them an ideal candidate for our EquityPilot program. We are excited to support their journey toward becoming a market leader in Angola and Southern Africa.”

Isabel Germano, Founder & CEO of Zaluni, stated:
“Our vision is to revolutionize the beauty industry in Africa by financially empowering professionals and delivering exceptional customer experiences. Partnering with FasterCapital validates our strategy and accelerates our ability to scale rapidly. With their support, we are confident in our path to becoming the largest digital beauty platform in the region.”

Growth Trajectory & Future Plans
In the coming months, Zaluni plans to expand its professional network, enhance platform features, and scale its logistics infrastructure to meet growing demand. The startup aims to capture at least 5% of Angola’s beauty services market, translating to over $11 million in annual revenue. The $500,000 pre-seed funding will primarily fuel product development (50%), marketing (20%), business development (15%), and operational costs (15%). Long-term, Zaluni envisions expanding across Southern Africa, transforming how beauty services are delivered and consumed.

About Zaluni
Founded by Isabel Germano and co-founders Benildo Pedro and Edson Mateus, Zaluni is a digital marketplace dedicated to connecting qualified beauty professionals with clients seeking convenient, at-home beauty services. The platform also offers standardized training and integrated logistics, aiming to empower professionals and elevate service quality across Angola and Southern Africa.

About FasterCapital
FasterCapital is a global venture capital firm and startup accelerator specializing in early-stage technology companies. Through its EquityPilot program, FasterCapital provides startups with capital, mentorship, and technical support to accelerate product development and market entry. With a proven track record of successful investments across emerging markets, FasterCapital is committed to fostering innovation and scaling high-impact ventures worldwide.