Operations & Growth Partner

We Back Founders
& Their Teams.

With Fast, Practical Support—Because You Deserve to Win. Bridging the gap between strategy and execution across African markets.

50+
African Markets
Live Operations

Deploying specialized taskforces in Nairobi, Dar es Salaam, Kampala, Lusaka, Kigali, Nakuru, Abidjan, Dakar, and beyond.

2-4X
MoM Sales Growth in <12 weeks
$150M+
Total Fundraising Enablement
Who We Are

SWAAT is a pioneering operations consulting firm that delivers tailored business solutions across Africa, empowering organizations to achieve operational excellence and sustainable growth for generations to come.

Our Impact & Track Record!

We are proud to bring decades of collective experience grounded in African markets, built on trust, grit, and results.

2-4X
MoM Sales Growth in <12 weeks
$150M+
Total Fundraising Enablement
200+
Brands Scaled Across +10 Countries
1.5M+
Lives Social & Livelihoods Impacts
15+
Ground Up Business Launches
100+
Teams Supported in Market

About SWAAT

SWAAT (Specialized World-Class African Advisors & Taskforces) is a consulting firm that partners with startups, SMEs, and growth-stage companies across Africa to drive business transformation. We provide localized operational support, market activation, and hands-on execution that unlocks growth and strengthens internal capacity.

At the heart of SWAAT is a powerful pan-African network of experts, operators, and ecosystem partners. We tap into this network to assemble agile taskforces, uncover market insights, and accelerate execution on the ground—ensuring our clients receive context-driven, results-oriented support.

With deep experience across African markets, we help founders and CEOs turn strategy into results—whether it's entering new markets, restructuring teams, optimizing operations, or accelerating post-investment performance.

SWAAT team collaborating on a project

Meet the Founder

Milie Boyle

Milie Boyle

Founder & Managing Director

An experienced operator and strategic advisor with over a decade of hands-on leadership across African markets. She has built scalable systems in startups and corporates alike, and advised founders, CEOs, and investors on market expansion, operational turnaround, and growth strategy.

Through SWAAT, she brings together deep networks and on-the-ground insights to help businesses move from vision to execution—faster and smarter!

Industries We Serve

Tailored strategies for diverse sectors. We bring deep expertise to solve unique challenges in every industry we touch.

Retail & Distribution

Streamline operations, optimize inventory management, and enhance customer experiences across retail channels.

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Manufacturing

Improve production efficiency, implement lean processes, and scale operations for sustainable growth.

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Logistics & Supply Chain

Optimize supply chain operations, reduce costs, and ensure seamless delivery across Africa.

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Technology & Startups

Build scalable systems, establish efficient workflows, and accelerate growth for emerging tech companies.

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Client Testimonials

Don't just take our word for it. Here's what our partners say about working with SWAAT.

"Milie is one the most incredible operators I've met. She's worked with us as a consultant on various aspects (primarily on our sales efforts, but also with our company registration and championing the voice of our customers). Milie & her team are a majority of the reason we've turned around our sales in Kenya and we're seeing significant progress here-- I attribute much of our recent success to Milie and the SWAAT team!"

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Sona Shah

CEO & Founder, Neopenda

"Working with SWAAT has been transformational for our operations. Their team brings market expertise in operations, logistics, vendor management, and project management, that in combination with local contextual knowledge has enabled VIA to grow and get a toehold in new markets that were otherwise unobtainable. SWAAT's commitment, energy and passion have enabled us to completely overhaul our operations and put us on a sound footing to achieve our mission of delivering quality, affordable products necessary to enable quality healthcare across the African continent and the globe"

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Noah Perin

CEO & Founder, VIA Global Health

Phase 1

We are the Swiss Army Knife for Growing Businesses.

From research to execution, we provide hands-on support at every stage of your growth journey.

Localized Partner/Vendor Identification

Find the right local partners to execute.

Networking & Event Planning

Connect brands & companies through curated events.

Market Research Data Collection

Gather insights to inform market decisions.

Local Operational Set up

Hire and launch teams in new markets.

Market Expansions

Support growth into new geographies.

KPI Design & Performance Tracking

Set metrics and track what matters.

Phase 2

From Strategy to Execution—We are Your All-in-One Ops Engine.

Strategic planning meets tactical execution. We help you build robust operational frameworks that scale.

Implementation Road Maps

Transform strategy into clear, actionable plans.

Capacity Building

Equip & train teams with skills to execute and scale.

Market Entry & Landscape Assessment

Identify market gaps, risks, and entry opportunities.

Channel Strategy & Design

Design the right channels to drive awareness and sales.

Sales & Distribution Model Optimisation

Restructure sales and distribution for performance.

Pricing & Incentive Structures

Develop pricing and incentives that drive results.

Let's Transform Your Operations

Ready to optimize your business? Get in touch with us today for a consultation.

Why Work With Us?

  • Tailored Solutions
  • Deep Local Expertise
  • Proven Track Record
  • Sustainable Growth

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