Commerce that meets merchants where they are.

Kola is a WhatsApp-powered e-commerce platform built to help Nigerian SMEs sell, get paid, and grow, without code, without friction.

The problem

Millions of Nigerian merchants sell through WhatsApp DMs. It doesn't scale.

Customers send messages asking what's available. Merchants reply one by one, share prices manually, chase payments through screenshots, and track orders in their head. When business picks up, things fall apart. Messages get buried, payments get lost, and sales slip through the cracks.

Existing e-commerce tools weren't built for this. They require websites, technical skills, and complex integrations that most Nigerian small businesses don't have, don't need, and can't afford.

The solution

A complete storefront that lives inside WhatsApp.

Kola gives every merchant a professional storefront that customers can browse, order from, and pay through, all without leaving WhatsApp. No app downloads for customers, no code for merchants.

Accept orders via WhatsApp, link, or QR code
Process card and bank transfer payments
Cash out fast to any Nigerian bank account
Manage delivery with tracking links
Send professional invoices automatically
Track sales and business insights
Our values

What we build around.

Simplicity

No code, no website, no designer needed. Get a full shop live in minutes.

Speed

Fast payouts, instant payment confirmation, and a storefront that builds itself.

Security

Real-time fraud monitoring, encrypted transactions, and CBN-licensed payment partners.

Accessibility

Built for merchants without technical skills. If you can use WhatsApp, you can use Kola.

Local-first

Designed specifically for the Nigerian market. Naira payments, local bank payouts, and familiar tools.

Trust & partners

Built on infrastructure you can trust.

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Monnify (Moniepoint)

CBN-licensed payment processing and fund settlement

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WhatsApp (Meta)

Storefront delivery, order notifications, and customer communication

Powered by AI. Intelligent automation handles order flows, notifications, and storefront management so merchants can focus on selling.

Get in touch

We'd love to hear from you.

Whether you have a question about the platform, need help getting started, or want to partner with us.

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