Kenya - Startup under 3 years old

Décrivez votre projet en quelques mots

Over six months, we've facilitated ownership of 352 electric bikes, resulting in 500,000 deliveries and a 39% income increase for riders. Our vision aims to empower 50,000 riders in five years, generating $100 million in earnings.

01.01 Décrivez votre startup en détail

At eWAKA, we are transforming the last-mile logistics sector in Africa by enabling delivery riders to not just earn but to own their evehicles outright by partnering with microfinance institutions. The backbone of the industry, delivery riders, often face challenging terrains and security risks for meager wages, with little incentive to complete deliveries. We create value across the entire supply chain.By partnering with e-commerce and delivery platforms, we provide a steady demand and increased earnings for these entrepreneurs, supporting their evehicle repayments. Our fleet management services ensure maximum utilization, increased deliveries per shift, and transparency for customers through embedded IoT devices. Our goal is to enable 50,000 delivery riders in the next five years, generating over $100 million in delivery earnings and unlocking greater value through scalable partnerships and diversified vehicle offerings, fueling growth and impact in the sector.

01.02 Quel est le problème principal que vous essayez de résoudre ?

Delivery riders face low earnings and limited access to financing due to lack of collateral. Existing financial solutions don't cater to their needs, hindering ownership of ebikes based on their earnings history. The ecommerce sector lacks organized fleet management systems to train, monitor, and empower riders efficiently. There's a need for affordable evehicles and cost-effective operations. Additionally, there's a lack of predictive data analytics for optimizing delivery routes and solutions.

01.03 Dites-nous quels sont les principaux avantages et/ou bénéfices de l'utilisation du produit/service fourni par votre startup (au moins 3).

eWAKA offers corporates access to a highly skilled and meticulously vetted pool of riders, delivering unparalleled courier services. This ensures corporates build trust with their clients, boosting traction. Meanwhile, riders benefit from access to top-tier ebikes through eco-friendly financing with flexible terms, devoid of strict requirements. Leveraging our advanced predictive data analytics platform, eWAKA optimizes bike utilization and route efficiency, ensuring maximum productivity and significantly higher earnings for riders.

01.04 Veuillez décrire précisément à qui s'adresse le produit/service de votre startup. Quels sont les bénéficiaires visés ?

Targetted beneficiary are corporates who have delivery needs, fleet platform operators in food, parcel, grocery delivery the likes of bolt food, uber eats, glovo among others. The riders are also our primary target beneficiary.

01.05 Quand votre entreprise a-t-elle été créée ?

15/09/2022

01.06 Vendez-vous déjà votre produit/service ?

Oui

01.07 Combien y a-t-il de propriétaires de votre entreprise en plus de vous ?

1

01.08 Parmi les autres propriétaires, combien sont des femmes ?

1

01.09 Veuillez décrire le profil des autres propriétaires de votre startup (compétences, expérience, etc.).

Celeste Vogel, CEO and Co-founder of eWAKA Mobility, brings a diverse background to her role. With experience in finance and engineering, including positions at institutions like Citibank, Credit Suisse, ABB, and Swiss Re, Celeste's career spans legal advisory roles. Outside her corporate career, Celeste co-founded Professional Women of African Heritage (PROWAH) in Switzerland and advises Les Enfants Monique, a prenatal care organization. She also serves on the Board of Trustees of the LEAP Program. Celeste's achievements include participation in the Google for Startups - Africa Female Founders program, Miller Centre for Social Enterprise and securing initial funding from the SECO Start UP Fund. Under Celeste's leadership, eWAKA has deployed hundreds of ebikes, created jobs, reduced emissions, and covered significant distances, all while prioritizing sustainability, community engagement, and gender equality.

01.10 Si vous avez un site web, une page sur les médias sociaux (Facebook, Instagram, Linkedin...) ou une application, veuillez fournir le(s) lien(s) ici :

https://www.ewaka.tech/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/ewaka/posts/?feedView=all

01.11 Quel est le secteur d'activité qui décrit le mieux votre entreprise ?

Industrie (équipements, services commerciaux, logistiques et professionnels, transports)

02.01.01 Ma startup contribue à l'objectif 'Pas de pauvreté'

7 - tout à fait d'accord

02.01.02 Justification de la contribution de ma startup

Our model creates employment opportunities for young people and women who would never have access to employment, since the knowledge of cycling a bicycle is one of requirements for joining eWAKA as a rider, this has enabled many people to apply and get a chance to work with us as compared to jobs that require other cumbersome entry requirements like having a driving license. We have therefore been able to create more that 500 direct jobs.

02.02.01 Ma startup contribue à l'objectif 'Faim Zéro'

1 - pas du tout d'accord

02.02.02 Justification de la contribution de ma startup

We do not contribute to this.

02.03.01 Ma startup contribue à l'objectif 'Bonne Santé et Bien Être'

6

02.03.02 Justification de la contribution de ma startup

Cycling promotes physical activity, reducing the risk of diseases such as heart disease, stroke, obesity, and diabetes. It enhances overall fitness and mental well-being.

02.04.01 Ma startup contribue à l'objectif 'Éducation de Qualité'

1 - pas du tout d'accord

02.04.02 Justification de la contribution de ma startup

We do not contribute to this.

02.05.01 Ma startup contribue à l'objectif 'Égalité entre les Sexes'

7 - tout à fait d'accord

02.05.02 Justification de la contribution de ma startup

Our bikes are intentionally designed to allow for female riders to have the opportunity to cycle hassle free, the frame is curved therefore providing the best experience to cycle even while wearing a dress or skirt. We have also employed female riders in our fleet who are taking on the courier role and generating incomes for their families. The eWAKA management team is majority female dominated.

02.06.01 Ma startup contribue à l'objectif 'Eau Propre et Assainissement'

2

02.06.02 Justification de la contribution de ma startup

We do not contribute to this.

02.07.01 Ma startup contribue à l'objectif 'Énergie Propre et Abordable'

7 - tout à fait d'accord

02.07.02 Justification de la contribution de ma startup

Cycling is a sustainable mode of transport that requires no fossil fuels, contributing to reduced greenhouse gas emissions and air pollution. It supports the transition to cleaner and more efficient energy sources.

02.08.01 Ma startup contribue à l'objectif 'Travail Décent et Croissance Économique'

7 - tout à fait d'accord

02.08.02 Justification de la contribution de ma startup

We have created a whole new economy for couriers and gig workers to have the opportunity to work in a respectable environment by giving them an ebike and linking them to a fleet or corporate partner to make deliveries.

02.09.01 Ma startup contribue à l'objectif 'Industrie, Innovation et Infrastructure'

7 - tout à fait d'accord

02.09.02 Justification de la contribution de ma startup

Promoting cycling infrastructure (such as bike lanes, parking facilities, and bike-sharing systems) fosters innovation in urban planning and transportation, improving city connectivity and accessibility.

02.10.01 Ma startup contribue à l'objectif 'Réduction des Inégalités'

5

02.10.02 Justification de la contribution de ma startup

Providing an employment opportunity for people who would otherwise not have a source of income has been able to contribute to reducing the earning inequality gap by enabling such people to earn a living.

02.11.01 Ma startup contribue à l'objectif 'Villes et Communautés Durables'

6

02.11.02 Justification de la contribution de ma startup

Cycling reduces traffic congestion, noise pollution, and the need for car-centric infrastructure. It promotes inclusive, safe, resilient, and sustainable urban environments.

02.12.01 Ma startup contribue à l'objectif 'Consommation et Production Responsables'

6

02.12.02 Justification de la contribution de ma startup

Cycling encourages sustainable consumption patterns by reducing the dependence on motor vehicles and encouraging the use of renewable resources for transportation.

02.13.01 Ma startup contribue à l'objectif 'Lutte contre les Changements Climatiques'

7 - tout à fait d'accord

02.13.02 Justification de la contribution de ma startup

Cycling contributes directly to reducing carbon emissions and mitigating climate change impacts by promoting a low-carbon mode of transport.

02.14.01 Ma startup contribue à l'objectif 'Vie Sous-Marine'

2

02.14.02 Justification de la contribution de ma startup

We do not contribute to this.

02.15.01 Ma startup contribue à l'objectif 'Vie Terrestre'

2

02.15.02 Justification de la contribution de ma startup

We do not contribute to this.

02.16.01 Ma startup contribue à l'objectif 'Paix, Justice et Institutions Efficaces'

2

02.16.02 Justification de la contribution de ma startup

We do not contribute to this.

02.17.01 Ma startup contribue à l'objectif 'Parteneriats pour la Réalisation des Objectifs'

5

02.17.02 Justification de la contribution de ma startup

We collaborate with Original Equipment Manufacturers in designing and building our ebikes. We source parts from different suppliers in Asia and locally here in Kenya.

06.01 Un grand nombre de clients utilisent déjà un produit/service très similaire au nôtre.

1 = Pas du tout d'accord

06.02 Notre produit/service représente un type de produit/service entièrement nouveau

7 - Tout à fait d'accord

06.03 Notre produit/service pourrait être décrit comme une nouvelle technologie

7 - Tout à fait d'accord

06.04 Notre produit/service est une amélioration d'un produit ou d'un service existant

5

06.05 Notre produit/service pourrait être décrit comme une extension d'une gamme de produits ou de services

1 - Pas du tout d'accord

06.06 Notre produit/service répond à une demande ou à un besoin qui n'a pas été satisfait par d'autres produits/services.

7 - Tout à fait d'accord

06.07 Notre produit/service est une nouvelle version d'un ancien produit/service

4

06.08 Justification

Dedicated fleet management for last mile deliveries is a concept that has never been concived before, with a fleet of ebikes; we have been able to curve a nich in meeting the need for dedicated fleet riders. Last mile delivery has been done without special focus in understanding and appreciating particular metrics that are key in the success of it. We have deliberately taken the time to learn and understand what it means to be a successful last mile delivery professional, this has made us open up a new market for corporates, individuals and businesses that are involved with last mile delivery on a day to day basis. This is therefore a new unique approach to meet last mile delivery needs.

06.09 Analyse compétitive

Our main competitors are fuel bikes like bajan and TVS, and our other competitors are eletric bike companies like Ampersand, Roam, and ebee. All of these companies however are not offering dedictated fleet management services to corporates, fleet partners and businesses. Their models are majorls sales and rentals. This leaves us as the only ones that are driving the transformation for last mile deliveries by offerind vetted and trained delivery riders, with targetted perfoamnce metrics to optimize productivity.

11.05 Menez-vous des actions au sein de votre communauté pour promouvoir le rôle des femmes entrepreneurs ?

I belong to an alumni association where i mentor female entreprenuers in their early stage journey on entreneurship.