WealthLink
A SaaS platform revolutionizing transparency for informal investment groups (Chamas).
The Vision
WealthLink addressed a $10B+ market in East Africa: informal investment groups known as 'Chamas'. These groups managed millions in cash but relied on spreadsheets and trust. WealthLink provided a bank-grade ledger system, automated reconciliation, and member transparency portals, bringing institutional trust to community finance.
Key Milestones
Processed over $250k in transaction volume
Onboarded 50+ active investment groups
Zero fraud incidents during operation
Successful exit via acquisition
Architecture & Growth Lessons
"Trust is the most expensive feature in Fintech"
"User flows must account for non-technical treasurers"
"Regulatory compliance should be baked in from day one"
IP & Acquisition
Exited successfully. Technical details and IP transfer are protected under NDA.
Timeline
MVP Development & Beta Testing
Onboarded First 10 Chamas ($50k AUM)
Integrated M-PESA & Bank APIs
Acquisition by Local Fintech Player