Kenya based HR payroll startup raised $2.7m in pre-Series A funding from Launch Africa, Saviu Ventures and Acadian Ventures.
Thomas Otter, general partner at Acadian Ventures, said in a statement: “Workpay is building a top-notch product, meeting the specific needs for HR and payroll in Sub-Saharan Africa. The addressable market in the region is growing rapidly and HR and payroll systems provide the foundation for fair and accurate pay. When combined with advances in mobile payments, solutions like Workpay can have a positive impact on businesses and society.”