About Us

Furthering Africa’s Impact, One Solution at a Time

The 4ther Firm is a management consultancy dedicated to empowering African organizations through Impact Funding Solutions. The 4ther Firm derives its name from the aspiration to act as a “fourth pillar” of progress, complementing government, business, and civil society to drive sustainable impact in Africa. Founded by experienced consultants, the firm unites diverse expertise to address challenges across diverse industries, fostering systemic change through innovative solutions.

12

Years of collective experience

1K

Impactful Projects to be completed in Africa before 2040

$10Tn

To be generated for Africa in 20 years

$10Tn

To be generated for Africa in 20 years

Our Core Values

How We Drive Strategic Impact

Guided by our core PIVOT values—Progress, Integrity, Vision, Openness, Transformation—we combine agility and expertise to unlock resources for bold, high-impact initiatives.

1. Progress

Commitment to sustainable advancement for African clients and communities.

2. Integrity

Upholding transparency, ethics, and accountability in every engagement.

3. Vision

Acting with foresight, strategy, and purpose to achieve meaningful outcomes.

4. Openness

Valuing collaboration, diversity, and shared learning across teams and clients.

5. Transformation

Delivering bold, innovative solutions that create lasting change in Africa.

The Outlook

Our Vision

To shape a future where African-led solutions thrive—powered by strategic funding, inclusive partnerships, and organizations equipped to lead transformational change.

The Goal

Our Mission

To empower African organizations and communities by securing resources and delivering strategic solutions for transformative impact.

Meet The Team

The 4ther Firm is led by a passionate team of experts committed to driving tangible development in Africa. They bring diverse expertise and experience to every stage, from planning to implementation, believing strongly in collaboration, innovation, and Africa’s potential.

Ayooluwa Femi Aribisala

Senior Partner, Management

Victor John

Senior Partner, Operations

Fawaz Momoh

Senior Partner, Technology

Chukwuebuka Onukwue

Senior Partner, Research

The Team

Meet Our Team

Matthew Cole
Founder
Juan Soto
Co-Founder
Benjamin Shaw
COO

The Team

Meet Our Team

Matthew Cole
Founder
Juan Soto
Co-Founder
Benjamin Shaw
COO

Alliance

Theory of Change

The 4ther Firm seeks to address the persistent challenge of limited access to funding and strategic capacity among mission-driven organizations by providing tailored Impact Funding Solutions.

By leveraging deep sector expertise, strategic advisory, and innovative financial tools, we enable clients to identify viable funding opportunities, craft compelling proposals, and develop sustainable financial strategies.

These interventions result in stronger institutional capacity, increased access to grants and partnerships, and improved implementation of high-impact initiatives. Ultimately, this leads to systemic, measurable improvements in key sectors such as education, health, and infrastructure, contributing to a more equitable and resilient society.

Get in Touch With Us

Contact us today to schedule a consultation or to learn more about our services.

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