Y Combinator, a leading accelerator known for supporting startups like Airbnb, Reddit & Dropbox, has invested $500,000 in Triply, a Kenyan travel tech startup. This investment, worth KES 66 million in local currency today, is set to accelerate Triply’s growth in Kenya’s travel sector.
Triply is Kenya’s travel tech field dedicated to improving business and travelers’ travel experiences. Its innovative tools provide solutions to various travel stakeholders, including tour operators, transport providers, accommodation providers, and experience providers. This allows businesses to streamline operations and increase their earnings, and travelers can find and book their services online.
Y Combinator’s investment in Triply confirms the startup’s vision and potential to change Kenya’s travel sector as it joins the ranks of Flutterwave and Paystack, which Y Combinator also accelerated. With access to Y Combinator’s resources and global network, Triply plans to grow in Kenya, offering solutions that make travel operations easier and enhance customer experiences.
“We’re excited to work with Y-combinator,” said Triply’s Founder/CEO Peter Wachira. “This investment not only cements our position as the go to solution for businesses and travelers but it also allows us to build solutions that kenyan and African market really need.”
Triply will use this investment to develop products, expand operations, and partner with others in the travel industry. Using technology and data, Triply aims to give Kenyan businesses and travelers the tools they need for seamless travel experiences.