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📰 News12 March 2026·2 min read·

Kenya's Tich App launches pilot via FasterCapital EquityPilot programme

Source: disrupt-africa

Kenya's Tich App, a mobile-first digital marketplace connecting 15–34-year-olds with short-term, gig, and informal job opportunities, has entered a strategic partnership with FasterCapital through its EquityPilot programme. The platform digitises informal labour listings and incorporates ratings, references, and basic contract guidance to improve trust and transparency. The pilot launch marks a key milestone for the startup targeting Africa's large informal youth labour market.

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