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Startup Series A

Wave

Mobile money for Africa

Senegal , Dakar Founded 2017 1000+ Website
StageSeries A
Operating Since2017 (9y)

About Wave

Wave provides mobile money services in West Africa, offering free deposits, low-cost transfers, and bill payments. The company has rapidly gained market share in Senegal, Ivory Coast, and other West African markets.

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Quick Facts

CountrySenegal
Founded2017
TypeStartup
Team Size1000+

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Daniel Rosa Founder @ Oolu
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Drew Durbin Founder @ Wave
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