Shikho

Shikho is a Bangladeshi edtech startup offering a hyper-localized digital learning ecosystem to transform supplementary education for students and professionals. With a focus on modernizing education delivery, the company provides a range of products and solutions to make online learning accessible and engaging for Bangladesh's 85 million Bengali-speaking students under 25 years old. Shikho's platform covers daily lessons, homework, exam preparation, tutoring, and skill development, offering interactive live classes, animated video lessons, a comprehensive library of in-app questions and performance tracking. Established in 2019, the company operates from four offices in Dhaka and Jessore with 450 employees. It has secured $7 million USD in funding from investors such as Learn Capital, Wavemaker Partners, Anchorless Bangladesh, Sturgeon Capital, and others, including strategic angels and family offices. The most recent investment was a $900,000K Seed Round in February 2023, backed by Goodwater Capital, Sturgeon Capital, SAJIDA Foundation, and Black Kite Capital. Shikho's achievements include being featured in Forbes Asia 100 to Watch List in 2022, with its founder, Shahir Chowdhury, listed as a 2023 Bloomberg Catalyst. The company's commitment to revolutionizing education in Bangladesh positions it as a compelling venture for potential investors.