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Mawingu
Energy · Nairobi, Kenya · Founded 2013
Uses high-performance low-cost wireless technology and solar power to build fast internet networks in rural areas MoreLess
Mawingu Networks specializes in providing bespoke internet infrastructure and digital solutions tailored for corporate clients and non-metropolitan regions in Africa. The company offers secure broadband services for both personal and commercial use, ensuring reliable connectivity for homes and small businesses. Mawingu Networks also delivers public WiFi infrastructure with affordable bundles, catering to a wide range of users. Their value-added services include managed WiFi, firewalls, security, and cloud services, enhancing the digital experience for their clients. The business model focuses on delivering tailored internet solutions, generating revenue through service subscriptions and infrastructure deployment. Key clients include enterprises seeking customized internet solutions and regions requiring robust digital products and IoT solutions. Keywords: broadband, infrastructure, corporate, Africa, IoT, WiFi, security, cloud, bespoke, connectivity
Company overview
Mawingu company information
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- Status
- Operational
- Founded
- 2013
- Headquarters
- Nairobi, Kenya
- Employees
- 252
- Open positions
- None listed
- Dealroom signal
- 84.8
Valuation & funding
Mawingu funding history
Company financing events and reported valuations.
| Deal type | Date | Amount | Valuation | Investors | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DEBT✓Debt | Oct 2025 | $20M | — | Pembani Remgro | ↗ |
| DEBT✓Debt | Nov 2024 | $11M | — | AfricaGoGreen Fund | ↗ |
| LATE VC✓Equity / VC | Nov 2024 | $4M | $45M | FMO Entrepreneurial Development Bank · InfraCo Africa | ↗ |
| SERIES B✓Equity / VC | Feb 2023 | $9M | $36M | FMO Entrepreneurial Development Bank · InfraCo Africa · E3 Capital | ↗ |
| EARLY VCEquity / VC | Feb 2021 | $1M | $4M | Kepple Africa Ventures | ↗ |
| CONVERTIBLE✓Equity / VC | Jul 2019 | E3 Capital · Aster | — | ||
| DEBT✓Debt | Sep 2016 | OPIC | — |
Financials
Workforce over time
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| Year | Employees |
|---|---|
| 2026 | 252 |
| 2025 | 242 |
| 2024 | 210 |
| 2023 | 163 |
| 2022 | 106 |
| 2021 | 84 |
| 2020 | 69 |
Growth signals
Mawingu website traffic
Latest recorded traffic for Mawingu is 25K monthly website visits, down 7.4% over the last three months. Mawingu's team grew 4.1% over the past year.
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Investors
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