Oscar Koome

Oscar Koome is an investment associate at Acumen and co-host of Mantalk.ke, a media platform exploring underserved male audiences in East and Southern Africa. His career spans data protection, legal practice, venture capital, and entrepreneurship, giving him a unique perspective on the intersection of technology, governance, and economic opportunity. Oscar’s journey began with an unexpected high school friendship that led to an internship in London, where he discovered that data protection was not just compliance but a competitive advantage. This sparked a decade-long passion for understanding how technology, law, and finance can drive impact in Africa. From working on Africa’s data protection regulations to selling cybersecurity solutions in Nairobi’s central business district, Oscar learned to adapt Fortune 500 frameworks to local realities. His legal experience exposed him to complex deals like PPPs and REITs, highlighting finance as the bridge between big ideas and tangible social impact. At Acumen, Oscar focuses on early-stage ventures in climate tech, agriculture, and clean energy, partnering with founders to rigorously measure performance and define impact. Meanwhile, Mantalk.ke, which started as a barbershop podcast, has grown into a data-driven exploration of a 35-million-man market, revealing untapped opportunities for local brands.