About PoolGazal
Africa's largest marketplace connecting millions of buyers and sellers across the continent and beyond.
Founded in 2018, PoolGazal was created with a vision to empower African businesses and artisans by providing them with a platform to showcase their products to a global audience. We believe in the power of commerce to transform lives and communities.
Our Mission & Vision
We're on a mission to transform commerce across Africa and create opportunities for millions.
Our Mission
To create a seamless and trusted platform that connects African sellers with buyers across the continent and around the world, empowering businesses of all sizes to grow and thrive in the digital economy.
Our Vision
To be the leading e-commerce platform in Africa, breaking down barriers to cross-border trade and showcasing the incredible diversity and quality of African products to the world.
What Makes Us Different
PoolGazal is built specifically for the unique challenges and opportunities of African commerce.
Pan-African Marketplace
We connect sellers and buyers across all 54 African countries, breaking down barriers to cross-border trade.
Trusted Platform
Our verification process and buyer protection policies ensure a safe and secure shopping experience.
Simplified Logistics
We've built solutions for the unique logistics challenges of shipping across African borders.
Local Payment Methods
We support a wide range of payment methods popular across different African countries.
Seller Support
We provide tools, training, and resources to help sellers succeed in the digital marketplace.
Community Impact
We're committed to creating economic opportunities and supporting sustainable business practices.
Our Story
From a small startup to Africa's largest marketplace
PoolGazal began in 2018 when our founders, a team of entrepreneurs from across Africa, recognized the immense potential of e-commerce to transform African businesses. They saw that while Africa had incredible products and talented artisans, there were significant barriers to reaching customers beyond local markets.
Starting with just 50 sellers in three countries, PoolGazal has grown to become Africa's largest marketplace, now hosting over 50,000 sellers from all 54 African countries and shipping to customers worldwide.
Our journey has been guided by our commitment to creating opportunities for African businesses and artisans, while providing customers with access to the incredible diversity of products the continent has to offer.
Our Leadership Team
Meet the diverse team building Africa's largest marketplace
Amara Okafor
CEO & Co-Founder
Nigeria
Kwame Mensah
CTO & Co-Founder
Ghana
Nala Kimani
COO
Kenya
Jamal Mbeki
Chief Product Officer
South Africa