Shopa builds an integrated digital platform connecting informal African retailers with fast-moving consumer goods suppliers. The company provides guaranteed, free four-hour delivery and flexible ordering options to ensure shops maintain inventory. Additionally, Shopa supports retailer growth through accessible pricing and buy-now-pay-later financing options.
Funding
$220K raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
Founders
Product
Problem
Informal retailers in Africa face challenges in efficiently sourcing and restocking their inventory due to fragmented supply chains and limited access to suppliers. This often leads to stockouts, higher prices, and lost revenue opportunities for these small shop owners.
Solution
Shopa provides a digital platform that connects informal retailers with manufacturers and suppliers of fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG). Retailers can use the Shopa mobile app to order products directly from suppliers and receive guaranteed delivery within 1-4 hours. Shopa's hyperlocal model and buy now, pay later options enable retailers to maintain optimal stock levels, access competitive pricing, and improve their business income. The platform offers an omni-channel ordering experience, allowing retailers to manage their inventory and spending with real-time visibility.
Target Audience
Shopa's primary customers are informal retailers and mom-and-pop shops in Africa that require efficient and reliable access to FMCG products.
Features
- Mobile app for placing orders directly with manufacturers and suppliers
- Guaranteed, free 4-hour delivery within a hyperlocal radius
- Buy now, pay later options to improve inventory management
- Real-time visibility on spending and order history
- Omni-channel ordering options (app, WhatsApp, phone)
- Personalized customer service support