Recently Funded Startups in Kenya (Aug-2025)
Last Updated: 29-Aug-2025
The startup ecosystem in Kenya is rapidly evolving, with a vibrant mix of innovation and entrepreneurial spirit driving growth across various sectors. Recent data indicates that the country is home to a total of 81 tracked startups, which signifies a burgeoning landscape for entrepreneurs eager to make their mark. With an increase in both local and international investment interest, the funding landscape has shown resilience and promise, particularly in sectors critical to the nation’s development.
Funding is crucial for the success and scalability of startups, allowing them to innovate, hire talent, and expand their market reach. In the first half of 2025, six startups successfully raised a total of $13.9 million, demonstrating continued confidence from investors despite the challenges faced globally. Key industries such as manufacturing, financial services, and commerce are seeing significant activity, reflecting broader economic trends and the growing consumer demands in the region.
Funding Highlights
- Total number of startups tracked: 81
- Startups that raised funding last year: 23
- Startups that raised funding this year: 6
- Total funding raised this year so far: $13,900,000
- Largest deal: Africa Collect Textiles, Series Unknown, $5,200,000
- Top Industries by funding amount: Manufacturing – $5,200,000, Financial Services – $5,000,000, Commerce and Shopping – $2,700,000
- Top industries by number of deals: Commerce and Shopping – 2 deals, Financial Services – 2 deals, Events – 1 deal
Full List of Recently Funded Startups in Kenya
| Company | City | Country | Round | Amount | Date | Industry |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cinch Markets | Nairobi | Kenya | Series Unknown | Undisclosed | 2025-08-28 | Agriculture and Farming |
| CrossBoundary | Nairobi | Kenya | Series Unknown | $40M | 2025-08-18 | Energy |
| HoneyCoin | Nairobi | Kenya | Seed | $4.9M | 2025-08-12 | Apps |
| Bidhaa Sasa | Nairobi | Kenya | Series Unknown | $2.7M | 2025-07-03 | Commerce and Shopping |
| Buupass | Nairobi | Kenya | Series Unknown | Undisclosed | 2025-07-02 | Events |
| Purple Elephant Ventures | Nairobi | Kenya | Seed | $500K | 2025-04-09 | Financial Services |
| Kapu | Nairobi | Kenya | Seed | Undisclosed | 2025-01-23 | Commerce and Shopping |
| Africa Collect Textiles | Nairobi | Kenya | Series Unknown | $5.2M | 2025-01-17 | Manufacturing |
| Ilara Health | Nairobi | Kenya | Series Unknown | $1M | 2025-01-16 | Health Care |
| Purple Elephant Ventures | Nairobi | Kenya | Seed | $4.5M | 2025-01-15 | Financial Services |
| CrossBoundary | Nairobi | Kenya | Series Unknown | $140M | 2024-12-02 | Energy |
| Mawingu Networks | Nanyuki | Kenya | Series Unknown | $10.8M | 2024-11-26 | Energy |
| Agventure | Meru | Kenya | Series Unknown | $9.5M | 2024-11-08 | Agriculture and Farming |
| Workpay | Nairobi | Kenya | Series Unknown | Undisclosed | 2024-11-06 | Administrative Services |
| Jacaranda Health | Nairobi | Kenya | Series Unknown | Undisclosed | 2024-10-30 | Community and Lifestyle |
| BasiGo | Nairobi | Kenya | Series A | $24M | 2024-10-23 | Transportation |
| Lapaire | Nairobi | Kenya | Series Unknown | $2.5M | 2024-10-16 | Commerce and Shopping |
| Chumz.io | City Estate | Kenya | Series Unknown | $100K | 2024-10-16 | Financial Services |
| AZA Finance | Nairobi | Kenya | Series Unknown | $100K | 2024-10-16 | Financial Services |
| LipaLater | Nairobi | Kenya | Series Unknown | $100K | 2024-10-16 | Financial Services |
| Sistema.bio | Nairobi | Kenya | Series Unknown | $15M | 2024-10-14 | Agriculture and Farming |
| Zaoshinani | Nairobi | Kenya | Series Unknown | $9.7K | 2024-10-09 | Agriculture and Farming |
| RentScore | Nairobi | Kenya | Seed | Undisclosed | 2024-09-10 | Commerce and Shopping |
| Chpter | Nairobi | Kenya | Pre-Seed | $1.2M | 2024-09-02 | Artificial Intelligence (AI) |
| Kim-Fay | Nairobi | Kenya | Series Unknown | Undisclosed | 2024-08-22 | Consumer Goods |
| Workpay | Nairobi | Kenya | Series A | $5M | 2024-08-22 | Administrative Services |
| Elimutab | Nairobi | Kenya | Seed | Undisclosed | 2024-08-19 | Education |
| BasiGo | Nairobi | Kenya | Series Unknown | $10.1M | 2024-08-15 | Transportation |
| Roam | Nairobi | Kenya | Series A | $14M | 2024-02-14 | Consumer Electronics |
| Power | Nairobi | Kenya | Series Unknown | Undisclosed | 2024-02-14 | Financial Services |
| Duhqa | Nairobi | Kenya | Series Unknown | Undisclosed | 2024-02-14 | Commerce and Shopping |
| Workpay | Nairobi | Kenya | Series Unknown | Undisclosed | 2024-02-14 | Administrative Services |
| OkHi | Nairobi | Kenya | Series Unknown | Undisclosed | 2024-02-14 | Apps |
| Raino Tech4Impact | Westlands | Kenya | Seed | Undisclosed | 2024-02-14 | Community and Lifestyle |
| Ilara Health | Nairobi | Kenya | Seed | $2.5M | 2024-02-12 | Health Care |
| Wowzi | Kileleshwa | Kenya | Series Unknown | Undisclosed | 2024-02-11 | Internet Services |
| Jacaranda Health | Nairobi | Kenya | Series Unknown | $250K | 2023-12-20 | Community and Lifestyle |
| Akirachix | Nairobi | Kenya | Series Unknown | $200K | 2023-12-20 | Clothing and Apparel |
| Tappi | Nairobi | Kenya | Pre-Seed | $1.5M | 2023-12-06 | Information Technology |
| AquaRech | Kisumu | Kenya | Seed | $1.7M | 2023-11-22 | Agriculture and Farming |
| Ed Partners | Westlands | Kenya | Series Unknown | $10M | 2023-11-22 | Education |
| Lapaire | Nairobi | Kenya | Series B | Undisclosed | 2023-11-13 | Commerce and Shopping |
| BasiGo | Nairobi | Kenya | Series Unknown | $1.5M | 2023-11-08 | Transportation |
| Powered by People | Nairobi | Kenya | Series A | $8M | 2023-03-10 | Consumer Goods |
| eWAKA | Nairobi | Kenya | Series Unknown | Undisclosed | 2023-03-08 | Transportation |
| Zydii | Nairobi | Kenya | Series Unknown | Undisclosed | 2023-03-08 | Education |
| GoBEBA | Nairobi | Kenya | Series Unknown | Undisclosed | 2023-03-08 | Administrative Services |
| Workpay | Nairobi | Kenya | Seed | $2.7M | 2023-02-21 | Administrative Services |
| Jumba | Nairobi | Kenya | Seed | $4.5M | 2023-02-20 | Information Technology |
| Buupass | Nairobi | Kenya | Pre-Seed | $1.3M | 2023-02-12 | Events |
| Senga Technologies | Nairobi | Kenya | Seed | Undisclosed | 2023-02-09 | Information Technology |
| SokoFresh | Nairobi | Kenya | Series Unknown | Undisclosed | 2023-02-09 | Agriculture and Farming |
| Kubik | Nairobi | Kenya | Seed | Undisclosed | 2022-12-20 | Science and Engineering |
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. Where can I find recently funded startups in Kenya?
You can explore our full list of startups that raised funding this month above. You can also subscribe to our free plan to get weekly alerts.
Q2. How can I connect with these startups in Kenya?
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Q3. How many startups in Kenya were funded recently and how much was raised?
This year 6 Kenyan startups raised funding (total tracked startups: 81); 23 raised funding last year. Total funding raised in Kenya so far this year is USD 13,900,000.
Q4. Which industries are trending among recently funded startups in Kenya?
Top industries by funding: Manufacturing ($5,200,000), Financial Services ($5,000,000), Commerce and Shopping ($2,700,000). By deal count: Commerce and Shopping (2), Financial Services (2), Events (1).
Q5. What was the largest funding deal in Kenya this year?
Largest deal: Africa Collect Textiles, Series Unknown, $5,200,000.
