Trembi
Founded
2020 (also referenced as 2023 in some profiles) in Kampala, Uganda — MonkeyPesa was created to provide an all‑in‑one business management software for small and medium enterprises aiming to streamline sales, marketing, customer support, and operational workflows with integrated automation and CRM tools tailored for African businesses.
Founders & Leadership
Kenneth Ntende — Founder & CEO (serial entrepreneur, also co‑founder of DusuPay).
Location
Kampala, Uganda — with expanding reach through digital SaaS offerings across African SMEs.
Industry
Business Software / SaaS / CRM / Marketing Automation — focused on sales, marketing, customer engagement, and enterprise management tools for SMEs.
Funding Stage
Bootstrapped / Early Stage — There are no publicly disclosed venture funding rounds for MonkeyPesa; it has primarily grown organically and through product development rather than formal external VC funding.
Overview
MonkeyPesa (also rebranded in markets as Trembi) is a business automation software suite serving SMEs and enterprise clients with tools to manage customer relationships, sales pipelines, marketing campaigns, customer support, and internal workflows. It integrates CRM and automation features to help businesses boost lead generation, engagement, and operational efficiency. The platform draws comparisons to integrated business software suites like Zoho but aims to be more accessible and tailored for African market needs.
Core Features & Capabilities
CRM & Lead Management: Centralized management of contacts, leads, and sales pipelines.
Sales & Marketing Automation: Tools for automated email, SMS, and multi‑channel outreach.
Customer Engagement & Support: Shared inbox, ticketing, and engagement tracking.
AI‑Assisted Sales Tools: Lead finding and engagement workflows powered by AI capabilities.
SaaS Delivery Model: Cloud‑based access with user‑tiered pricing and subscription plans.
Consultancy Services: Optional support and business restructuring guidance alongside software adoption.
Target Market
Small & Medium Enterprises (SMEs) seeking affordable, integrated business software.
Sales & Marketing Teams looking for automation and CRM tools to scale customer acquisition
Fintechs & Service Businesses in Africa requiring tailored engagement and management solutions.
Digital‑First Companies that want cloud‑based, scalable software without heavy infrastructure.
Value Proposition
MonkeyPesa/Trembi democratizes access to enterprise‑grade business management software by combining CRM, sales automation, marketing tools, and customer support into a unified, affordable SaaS platform — designed to help African SMEs streamline operations, boost sales, and improve customer engagement without the high costs associated with traditional enterprise software.