Treepz, an award-winning African Mobility Startup has announced the launch of Treepz Kenya following strategic investment deals to raise additional $1.2m over the last 12 months.
Treepz which was founded in September 2019 in Nigeria, has announced today that it has further expanded its operations in East Africa, with a focus on Kenya, just over a year after launching in Uganda and Ghana. With the new launch, Kenya will be the company’s 4th country where it operates in 3 years.
This new expansion follows investments made in Treepz in the last couple of months led by GIIG Africa Fund along with MoAngels, Roselake VC, Unpopular VC, Goodwater Capital, and BKR Capital. There were also follow on investments from Treepz current investors including ShockVentures, Winston Limited led by the Lynch Brothers, Aston Investments, and Novum Actus led by Clara Ogunsemi.
The startup also announced Mr. Samar Patel as its new Country Manager for Treepz Kenya. Mr. Patel brings on 18 years wealth of sales, transportation, and technology experience to the role, having most recently held a similar position with SWVL Kenya. Under his leadership, it is expected that Treepz Kenya will continue to grow and innovate in the region.