Could this be Africa's Amazon? - Video
Bebba-Beggie, a tech-focused company based in Kenya, has big ambitions of becoming Africa's version of Amazon, the American multinational technology giant.
This young company is committed to developing technological solutions that enhance security and make deliveries easier.
One of their key products is an e-locker system, equipped with smart features, allowing customers to store their valuables securely at convenient locations across Nairobi, Kenya's capital.
The Bebba-Beggie e-lockers are powered by Internet of Things (IoT) technology, offering an automated solution that businesses, including online shops, can use for safe and efficient delivery of goods.
Although Bebba-Beggie currently operates primarily in Kenya, CEO Charles Oduk told GSW’s Wonder Hagan that the company is in talks with other countries, including Rwanda and Uganda, to expand their product range and improve postal deliveries and e-commerce in those regions.
“We were approached by the Rwandan government. Part of that conversation is still ongoing on how we can use the lockers for digitising their postal address system,” Oduk explained.
He also highlighted potential partnerships in Uganda, where Bebba-Beggie could support delivery services for Boda Boda riders (motorcycle taxis).
“We really want to venture into that space and tell them, 'here's the thing, if you are doing multiple deliveries, you don't need to send multiple riders. You can just pick one rider doing multiple deliveries,’” Oduk said.
With aspirations to become Africa’s Amazon, Bebba-Beggie is looking to expand significantly.
“We're looking at deploying up to 2,500 lockers within the next five years, all over East Africa and progressively within the next 10 years. We want to conquer the African market. We are practically looking at ourselves like the next Amazon of Africa,” Oduk stated.
