Vesti, the Techstars-backed migration fintech company, has launched in Kenya to empower immigrants and foster financial inclusion both at home and abroad.
Vesti Kenya aims to serve 1 million more customers in 2025 and Kenya presents significant opportunities—not just for business expansion but also for tapping into a rich pool of talent.
“Kenya’s position as East Africa’s technology and innovation hub, coupled with its sophisticated financial infrastructure, makes it an ideal market for Vesti’s next phase of growth,” said Olusola Amusan, Co-founder and CEO of Vesti. “Our entry into Kenya is not merely geographical expansion; it’s about integrating into East Africa’s vibrant startup ecosystem and enabling more individuals to achieve their global aspirations.”
Vesti’s platform provides comprehensive legal and financial services for immigrants, including AI-powered support, remittances, and foreign exchange. Following successful expansions to Ghana, Zambia, the UK and Kenya, Vesti also plans to enter Bangladesh, India, and Pakistan in 2025.
Founded by two brothers Olusola Amusan and Abimbola Amusan, who immigrated to the United States, Vesti is backed by both Africa and US-based investors and boasts of a thriving community of dreamers who represent the next generation of builders. Through a set of tailored payment products, Vesti delivers hassle-free migration pathways and financial services to immigrants moving to the United States and other top destinations in North America and Europe. Vesti’s vision is to be the go-to legal and financial services platform for the next 1 billion immigrants. The company is on a mission to be the preferred platform for immigrants before they emigrate, providing information, community and ultimately a smooth transition to immigrants.
COO Abimbola Amusan emphasized Vesti’s commitment to the region: “Our expansion into Kenya represents more than market growth; it’s about creating a meaningful impact in East Africa’s migration journey. We’re introducing solutions that address real challenges faced by aspiring global citizens in this region.”
