Launched by two youg entrepreneurs, the e-mobility solution aims to facilitate travel in and around the city of Dakar.

Kai is an e-mobility solution developed by a Senegalese startup that enables users to book rides in the city through a mobile app. Founded in 2018 by Pape Seyni Ndiaye and Birane Diagne, the startup is based in Dakar and secured an undisclosed amount of funding in 2021 to support its growth.

The app, available on both iOS and Android, has garnered over 10,000 downloads on the Play Store. Users can create an account by providing their personal information, which allows them to access the startup's services. To book a ride, users select their destination on the map and choose a vehicle type, with the fare displayed upfront.

Kai also allows users to learn more about their drivers. Once a ride is confirmed, users receive a notification when the driver arrives. They can follow a designated route but have the option to add stops or make detours during the journey. For payment, Kai offers several methods, including a preloaded digital wallet, bank cards, mobile money, and cash.

"Kai's services include rides within Dakar, transfers to and from Dakar Airport, and availability for trips within Dakar and to all regions," the startup states. To accelerate its growth, Kai has partnered with CFAO Motors, a vehicle dealership. At its launch in December 2021, this partnership provided the startup with 20 cars.

Adoni Conrad Quenum