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Startup Growth B2C

Watu Credit

Asset financing for motorcycles

Kenya , Nairobi Founded 2015 501-1000 Website
Total Raised$50,000,000
StageGrowth
Operating Since2015 (11y)

About Watu Credit

Watu provides asset financing for boda-boda riders and SMEs to purchase motorcycles and vehicles on installment.

Funding

Total Raised$50,000,000

Funding History

Debt Facility Sep 2024
$60M
Growth Jun 2023
$50M
Debt Facility Jun 2022
$30M

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Quick Facts

CountryKenya
Founded2015
TypeStartup
ModelB2C
Team Size501-1000

Operating In

KenyaTanzaniaUgandaDRC

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