Global tech giant Yango, through its venture arm, has invested in Ghanaian startup Gigmile, aiming to bolster the infrastructure for Africa’s rapidly growing digital logistics and e-commerce markets.
Driving the News
- Yango Ventures, the investment arm of the technology group Yango, announced an investment in Gigmile, a Ghanaian company specializing in financing and management tools for last-mile delivery workers.
- The deal was announced on December 12, 2025, and is specifically focused on supporting Gigmile’s growth and strengthening Africa’s overall digital logistics ecosystem.
The Players
- Yango Group: An international technology group with a strong focus on urban mobility and logistics. Its CEO, Daniil Shuleyko, emphasized the strategic alignment:”Our experience in urban logistics gives us a strong foundation to help them scale responsibly and efficiently. We’re proud to support a team that shares our commitment to building practical, tech-enabled infrastructure across Africa.”
- Gigmile: Founded in Ghana in 2022 by Kayode Adeyinka and Samuel Esiri, the startup provides a platform for gig-economy workers—specifically delivery riders and logistics operators—to access:
- Financed Vehicles
- Software Tools
- Tailored Financial Services
Why it Matters
- The Problem: Last-mile logistics remains a significant bottleneck and constraint on the growth of e-commerce across the African continent.
- The Solution: Gigmile directly addresses this by improving access to essential equipment and digital tools, aiming to professionalize the delivery sector and meet the rising demand for on-demand services in major African cities.
- The Impact: Yango’s backing is expected to accelerate Gigmile’s expansion and help cement its position in a market that is being continuously fueled by the surge in e-commerce adoption.
What’s Next
- Gigmile will use the capital and operational expertise from Yango to scale its platform, likely expanding its fleet financing and digital tools to more independent riders.
- The partnership signals a strong vote of confidence in Ghana as a hub for logistics innovation and highlights the continued effort by international players to invest in and build out critical digital infrastructure across Africa.
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