DmmHehe

DMM HeHe is a Kigali-based company working on digitizing trade in Africa through supply chain technology. Its work spans three lines: smart logistics, which uses technology to match demand and supply so that manufacturers, distributors and retailers can reach end consumers and make goods and services available on demand; e-commerce, which gives local retailers an online presence through hosted store platforms, an inventory management system, shipping and pickup, and digital payment services; and HeHe Academy (HAc), a training initiative.

HeHe Academy's fellowship program is described as an award-winning annual program that trains participants in emerging technology fields, critical thinking and leadership, aimed at developing problem solvers oriented toward the continent's development. The company reports more than 10,000 deliveries a year, more than 5,000 consumers, 430 academy graduates and 69% female enrollment in the program. Its stated mission is to help Africans live a life of abundance by creating a perfect market through optimizing supply chains to match demand and supply.

Business model

The company combines an operated logistics service with e-commerce enablement for retailers — hosted online stores, inventory management, shipping and pickup, and digital payments — alongside a technology training and fellowship program, HeHe Academy.

Traction

Reported figures include over 10,000 deliveries per year, over 5,000 consumers, and 430 HeHe Academy graduates with 69% female enrollment.