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Re-commerce company facilitating trade of used and refurbished smartphones in Kenya.
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Badili Africa operates a digital marketplace for pre-owned devices, enabling individuals to sell and buy quality devices at a fraction of the price of new models. It conducts trade-ins and buybacks on behalf of original equipment manufacturers and phone dealers, integrating circular economy practices within the mobile industry. In January 2024, Badili received seed funding from E3 Capital’s Low-Carbon Economy Fund to enhance operational efficiency and expand into new markets beyond East Africa.
| Date | Round | Amount | Lead |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 15, 2024 | — | — | |
| Mar 15, 2023 | $2.1M | — | |
| Mar 13, 2023 | — | — | |
| Dec 2, 2022 | $2.1M | — |
