Maasai

maasai is an innovative mergers and acquisitions platform created by Maasai Technologies to address a persistent gap in Africa’s startup ecosystem — the lack of structured exit pathways for founders. Launched in 2025, maasai provides a verified marketplace where vetted African startups can list for sale and engage with serious buyers, backed by tools for valuation assistance, due diligence, secure negotiations, and portfolio management. The platform integrates CRM‑style features that help investors and portfolio managers monitor deals and track performance across multiple assets. Role‑based access ensures secure collaboration among team members, while secure deal rooms protect sensitive business information and facilitate escrow‑backed transactions. Although pricing structures outside of success fees are not broadly publicized, the platform’s focus on streamlined exits and strategic acquisitions fills a crucial niche for founders and investors alike. Some limitations include the absence of wider integrations with external systems and a regional focus that may not suit globally diversified investors. Overall, maasai represents a promising ecosystem tool empowering African startups and dealmakers to execute exits with confidence, transparency, and security.