Kenyas WayaWaya rejects Ajuas acquisition claim

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Summary

This article examines a long-running dispute over whether WayaWaya was actually acquired by Ajua in 2021. WayaWaya’s founder says the relationship was a consultancy arrangement, not a sale, and says the company continued operating independently. Public reporting, startup databases, and search results still reflect the acquisition narrative, which has caused confusion with customers, partners, and regulators. The story also shows how a mischaracterized transaction can affect due diligence, client trust, and corporate records for years.

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WayaWaya, Inc
up to $1M
Ajua
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