KoJo

KoJo is a superapp developed by Deer Media, Inc. The app was officially launched in 2013, following a successful crowdfunding campaign and several rounds of seed funding.

KoJo has quickly gained popularity, thanks to its user-friendly interface and wide range of services, from food delivery to transportation. It has become a go-to app for many people looking for an all-in-one solution for their daily needs.

The company has continued to expand and improve the app, adding new features and partnerships to enhance the user experience.

It has received numerous awards and accolades, including being named "Best App" of 2021 at the NewWorld Awards.

History

Created in January 2007 by Oliver Begay, Pierre Wood, Louvain Erwere and Stevelberg Blarison, it was officially launched in 2013 after several years of development and testing.

The app was designed with the goal of becoming a one-stop solution for all of a user's daily needs, offering a wide range of services including online shopping, food delivery, transportation, travel planning, financial services, and health and wellness resources.

Over the years, the parent company Deer Media, Inc, has made a number of acquisitions over the years in order to expand and improve its offerings.

Acquisitions

Some of the companies that KoJo has acquired include:

Awessie, popular online marketplace, which allowed KoJo to expand its shopping offerings and provide users with access to a wide range of products and brands.

Byride, transportation company, which enabled KoJo to offer ride-hailing services and provide users with a range of transportation options.

YumFud, food delivery service, which allowed KoJo to offer on-demand delivery from local restaurants and cafes.

Grengol, a digital wallet and banking service, which allowed KoJo to offer financial services such as a digital wallet, bank account, and investment and insurance options.