10 Kenyan AI Startups to Watch in 2025

 

10 Kenyan AI Startups to Watch in 2025

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Introduction: Kenya’s AI Startup Scene is Booming

From Nairobi’s innovation hubs to Mombasa’s logistics labs, Kenya is home to a rising wave of AI startups solving local problems with cutting-edge technology.

These 10 startups are blending artificial intelligence with finance, agriculture, education, and healthcare—creating jobs and changing lives.

1. Twiga Foods

Twiga Foods

  • Focus: AI in food logistics and demand forecasting

  • How they use AI: Optimizing delivery routes and managing produce supply chains in real-time

  • Impact: Reducing post-harvest losses for farmers

2. Ilara Health

Ilara Health

  • Focus: AI diagnostics in primary healthcare

  • Tech: Portable blood testing kits, AI for malaria/TB detection

  • Reach: Over 1,000 clinics across rural Kenya

3. Zuri Health

Zuri Health

  • Focus: AI-powered telemedicine via SMS and WhatsApp

  • Features: Patient triage bots, appointment scheduling, and AI doctors in development

4. Tanda

Tanda

  • Focus: Financial inclusion using AI

  • Use of AI: Credit scoring and fraud detection for mobile banking agents

  • Network: Thousands of informal kiosks offering agency banking

5. FarmDrive

FarmDrive

  • Focus: AI credit scoring for smallholder farmers

  • Innovation: Uses SMS data and weather patterns to assess loan eligibility

6. M-Shule

M-Shule

  • Focus: AI-driven learning for primary school students

  • Platform: Personalized lessons via SMS in English and Swahili

  • AI Use: Adapts lessons to student performance

7. WorkPay

WorkPay

  • Focus: Payroll, attendance, and HR for African SMEs

  • AI Role: Fraud detection in employee hours and salary optimization

8. Africa’s Talking

Africa's Talking

  • Focus: Developer tools and APIs for mobile apps

  • AI Tools: Chatbot integrations, smart messaging flows

  • Clients: Startups, banks, governments across East Africa

9. Shamba Pride

Shamba Pride

  • Focus: AI-enabled agri-input shops

  • Tech: AI inventory predictions and weather-linked ordering

  • Goal: Boost crop yields and agri-shop efficiency

10. Wowzi

Wowzi

  • Focus: Influencer marketing powered by AI

  • Platform: Matches brands with nano-influencers using AI scoring

  • Result: Brands reach micro-audiences in authentic, measurable ways

Final Thoughts: The Next Silicon Savannah Is Here

AI is not just an import—Kenyan startups are building world-class AI products for African realities. Whether it’s helping a teacher in Busia or a shop owner in Gikambura, these innovations are making a difference.

Watch these 10 startups—or better yet, build the next one.

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Code and Clutch is Nairobi's modern hybrid: we combine hands-on automotive expertise with web and AI technology. We help drivers find reliable imported vehicles and help dealerships scale with tailored digital products. From sourcing and inspection to financing and delivery — we handle the end-to-end journey so our customers can focus on driving.

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We source, inspect and import premium used vehicles (with a focus on German and Japanese models). Our process includes pre-export checks, shipping, clearance and a Kenyan inspection at handover.

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From responsive dealer websites to AI chatbots and inventory CMS — we deliver tools focused on lead capture and conversion.

  • Web Development: SEO-friendly, mobile-first dealer sites
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We partner with local banks and asset-financiers to provide tailored repayment terms. Below are typical plans we arrange — exact terms depend on bank approvals and vehicle age.

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Suitable for entry-level used cars. Typical deposit: 15–25% • Term: 12–36 months • Quick approval assistance
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Do you provide warranty?
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Grace W. — Nairobi

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Aisha M. — Mombasa

“They handled my import end-to-end and built a chatbot for my business. Reliable service and great tech.”

Import + Chatbot • Dealer lead automation
Ruth K
Ruth K. — Kisumu

“I traded in my old car and upgraded quickly. Transparent valuation and friendly staff.”

Trade-in • Quick uplift

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