Portfol.io Kenya

🏠 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗟𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗹𝗼𝗿𝗱’𝘀 𝗝𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗻𝗲𝘆—𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗪𝗵𝘆 𝗞𝗲𝗷𝗮 𝗔𝗜 𝗜𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗔𝗻𝘀𝘄𝗲𝗿 Let me tell you a story about a landlord called John. John owns three rental properties. In Nairobi, Machakos, and Kiambu Counties. On paper, it sounds like a dream—he’s building wealth, providing homes for families, and contributing to these communities. But in reality, John’s days are filled with headaches: ❌ Rent payments come in late, and he spends hours reminding tenants to pay. ❌ Maintenance requests pile up, and repairs take forever to resolve. ❌ Filing taxes feels like navigating a maze, and he’s always worried about penalties. And then there are the recurring problems—the kind that never seem to go away. A tenant moves out, and suddenly there’s confusion over the security deposit. Another tenant reports an issue, but the repair drags on for weeks. These small frustrations add up, leaving landlords like John feeling overwhelmed, burned out, and anxious about occupancy rates on their properties. At Portfol.io Kenya, we believe that property management doesn’t have to be this hard. That’s why we created Keja AI —a WhatsApp-based AI Agent designed to transform property management for landlords like John. Here’s how Keja AI solves the problems landlords face: ✅ 𝗥𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗖𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗪𝗶𝘁𝗵𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝘀𝗲: Tenants pay rent via WhatsApp, and automated reminders ensure payments are made on time. Instant confirmations eliminate disputes, and every transaction is securely logged for easy reference. ✅ 𝗠𝗮𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗻𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗧𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗔𝗰𝘁𝘂𝗮𝗹𝗹𝘆 𝗚𝗲𝘁𝘀 𝗗𝗼𝗻𝗲: When tenants report issues, verified service providers are dispatched immediately. Landlords receive real-time updates, ensuring nothing falls through the cracks. ✅ 𝗧𝗮𝘅 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗶𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗠𝗮𝗱𝗲 𝗦𝗶𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗲: Keja AI's calculator automates KRA-compliant tax calculations, generating detailed reports with just a few clicks. No more stress over penalties or missed deadlines. By addressing these recurring pain points, Keja AI empowers landlords to focus on what truly matters: growing their properties and building stronger relationships with their tenants. We believe that property management can be way less stressful. With Keja AI, landlords can finally take control of their operations and stop feeling like they’re constantly putting out fires. 🔗 Learn more about Keja AI: https://lnkd.in/duVE2mkM

𝙎𝙞𝙢𝙥𝙡𝙞𝙛𝙮𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙈𝙤𝙫𝙚-𝙊𝙪𝙩𝙨 𝙑𝙞𝙖 𝘾𝙝𝙖𝙩 Let’s talk about something we’ve all experienced—or will experience at some point: moving out of a rental property. It’s a process that often feels messy, unclear, and full of unanswered questions: 𝙃𝙤𝙬 𝙢𝙪𝙘𝙝 𝙤𝙛 𝙢𝙮 𝙨𝙚𝙘𝙪𝙧𝙞𝙩𝙮 𝙙𝙚𝙥𝙤𝙨𝙞𝙩 𝙬𝙞𝙡𝙡 𝙄 𝙜𝙚𝙩 𝙗𝙖𝙘𝙠? 𝙒𝙝𝙚𝙣 𝙬𝙞𝙡𝙡 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙞𝙣𝙨𝙥𝙚𝙘𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣 𝙝𝙖𝙥𝙥𝙚𝙣? 𝘿𝙞𝙙 𝙢𝙮 𝙡𝙖𝙣𝙙𝙡𝙤𝙧𝙙 𝙚𝙫𝙚𝙣 𝙧𝙚𝙘𝙚𝙞𝙫𝙚 𝙢𝙮 𝙣𝙤𝙩𝙞𝙘𝙚? At Portfol.io Kenya , we believe technology should solve real-world problems—and that’s exactly what Keja AI is doing. Tenants can now file move-out notices directly through WhatsApp, and our platform takes care of the rest. 𝗛𝗲𝗿𝗲’𝘀 𝗵𝗼𝘄 𝗶𝘁 𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸𝘀: ✅ A tenant sends a simple “Move-Out Notice” message on WhatsApp. ✅ The system guides them through the process, capturing all necessary details and confirming intended move-out date instantly. But what really sets this feature apart is the added value it brings: 𝗦𝗲𝗰𝘂𝗿𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗗𝗲𝗽𝗼𝘀𝗶𝘁 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘀𝗽𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗰𝘆: Our AI Agent automatically calculates any deductions (e.g., for damages or unpaid rent) and provides a detailed breakdown. This ensures tenants know exactly where they stand and eliminates disputes over hidden fees. 𝗜𝗻𝘀𝗽𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗖𝗼𝗼𝗿𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: We schedule and coordinate unit inspections with landlords, making sure everything is handled professionally and on time. This isn’t just about convenience—it’s about fairness, transparency, and professionalism. By streamlining the move-out process, we’re creating a better experience for both tenants and landlords. 𝗪𝗵𝘆 𝗱𝗼𝗲𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗺𝗮𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿? 𝗙𝗼𝗿 𝗧𝗲𝗻𝗮𝗻𝘁𝘀: Moving out becomes less stressful and more predictable. No more worrying about missed notices or unfair deductions. 𝗙𝗼𝗿 𝗟𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗹𝗼𝗿𝗱𝘀: The process is automated and reliable, reducing administrative burdens and fostering trust with tenants. Join us as we continue to innovate for a smarter, more connected future. Together, let’s make property management effortless—for everyone. 🔗 Learn more about Keja AI: https://lnkd.in/duVE2mkM

📊 𝗦𝗶𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗶𝗳𝘆𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗣𝗮𝘆𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀, 𝗢𝗻𝗲 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗮𝘁 𝗮 𝗧𝗶𝗺𝗲 Let’s face it: managing rent payments has always been a challenge. Tenants forget deadlines, landlords chase payments, and disputes over records or receipts can strain relationships. That’s why Keja AI created a smarter way to handle rent payments—all through WhatsApp. 𝗛𝗲𝗿𝗲’𝘀 𝗵𝗼𝘄 𝗶𝘁 𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸𝘀: ✅ Tenants can pay their rent directly using mobile money like M-Pesa, all within WhatsApp. ✅ Our AI Agent sends timely reminders for rent due dates, arrears, and even offers the option to pay in advance if tenants want to plan ahead. ✅ Every transaction is automatically logged and stored, creating a secure and transparent record that eliminates disputes. 𝗪𝗵𝘆 𝗱𝗼𝗲𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗺𝗮𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿? ✅ 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘃𝗲𝗻𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲: Tenants no longer need to juggle multiple apps or remember deadlines. A simple message on WhatsApp is all it takes. ✅ 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘀𝗽𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗰𝘆: Instant payment confirmations ensure both tenants and landlords are on the same page, reducing misunderstandings. ✅ 𝗘𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝘆: Landlords enjoy faster payments, better cash flow, and reliable documentation—all without lifting a finger. This feature is more than just a tool—it’s a step toward a smarter, more connected property management ecosystem. By integrating rent payments into WhatsApp, we’re removing barriers and empowering everyone involved. Join us as we continue to innovate for a future where property management is effortless, efficient, and accessible for all. 🔗 Learn more about Keja AI: https://lnkd.in/duVE2mkM

𝗦𝗼𝗹𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗹 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗯𝗹𝗲𝗺𝘀: 𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝗞𝗲𝗷𝗮 𝗔𝗜 𝗜𝘀 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗽𝗲𝗿𝘁𝘆 𝗠𝗮𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗻𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲. Maintenance requests have always been one of the trickiest parts of property management. Tenants struggle to describe issues clearly. Landlords often don’t have the time or tools to manage them efficiently. And service providers? They’re left piecing together incomplete information. At Portfol.io Kenya, we’re on a mission to solve real-world challenges like these. That’s why we’re excited to highlight a groundbreaking feature of Keja AI: a smarter way for tenants to report and resolve maintenance issues—all through WhatsApp. Here’s the big idea: Instead of relying on vague descriptions or endless follow-ups, tenants can now send a quick message and attach photos or videos to show exactly what’s wrong. Whether it’s a broken window, a clogged drain, or a leaking tap, our platform ensures the right people are notified immediately. Verified service providers are dispatched, landlords are kept in the loop, and repairs are tracked until they’re complete. 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗱𝗼𝗲𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗺𝗲𝗮𝗻 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘆𝗼𝗻𝗲? 𝟭. 𝗧𝗲𝗻𝗮𝗻𝘁𝘀: 𝗡𝗼 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝘄𝗮𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱 𝗼𝗿 𝘁𝗿𝘆𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗼 𝗲𝘅𝗽𝗹𝗮𝗶𝗻 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗲𝘅 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗯𝗹𝗲𝗺𝘀 𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗽𝗵𝗼𝗻𝗲. 𝗛𝗲𝗹𝗽 𝗶𝘀 𝗷𝘂𝘀𝘁 𝗮 𝗺𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗮𝗴𝗲 𝗮𝘄𝗮𝘆. 𝟮. 𝗟𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗹𝗼𝗿𝗱𝘀: 𝗖𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗿 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗳𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗼𝗹𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗺𝗲𝗮𝗻 𝗵𝗮𝗽𝗽𝗶𝗲𝗿 𝘁𝗲𝗻𝗮𝗻𝘁𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗯𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿-𝗺𝗮𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗲𝗱 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗽𝗲𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀. 𝟯. 𝗦𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗰𝗲 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝘃𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀: 𝗖𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗿 𝗶𝗻𝘀𝘁𝗿𝘂𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘃𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗳𝗶𝗲𝗱 𝗼𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗵𝗲𝗹𝗽 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗺 𝗴𝗿𝗼𝘄 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗶𝗿 𝗯𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗲𝘀. This isn’t just a feature—it’s a step toward a future where property management is effortless, efficient, and transparent. It’s about solving problems before they escalate and building trust between all parties involved. Join us as we continue to innovate smarter. 🔗 Learn more about Keja AI: https://lnkd.in/duVE2mkM

𝗕𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗦𝗮𝗳𝗲𝗿 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗧𝗵𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗴𝗵 𝗧𝗲𝗰𝗵𝗻𝗼𝗹𝗼𝗴𝘆 At Portfol.io Kenya, our mission has always been to solve problems that truly matter. Today, we’re spotlighting a life-saving feature of Keja AI: 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗮𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘁𝗲𝗻𝗮𝗻𝘁𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝗿𝗲𝗾𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗿𝗴𝗲𝗻𝗰𝘆 𝘀𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗰𝗲𝘀 𝗱𝗶𝗿𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗹𝘆 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁𝘀𝗔𝗽𝗽. Emergencies don’t wait—and neither should help. According to global studies, rapid emergency response can double or even triple survival rates in critical situations like heart attacks, fires, or violent incidents. Yet, many people still face barriers when trying to access help quickly—𝘄𝗵𝗲𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿 𝗶𝘁’𝘀 𝘂𝗻𝗳𝗮𝗺𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗮𝗿𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗿𝗴𝗲𝗻𝗰𝘆 𝗻𝘂𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿𝘀, 𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗴𝘂𝗮𝗴𝗲 𝗯𝗮𝗿𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗿𝘀, 𝗼𝗿 𝗹𝗮𝗰𝗸 𝗼𝗳 𝗿𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗰𝗲𝘀. That’s where Keja AI comes in. We've removed those barriers by integrating emergency service requests into WhatsApp—𝗮 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺 𝘂𝘀𝗲𝗱 𝗯𝘆 𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝟵𝟬% 𝗼𝗳 𝗞𝗲𝗻𝘆𝗮𝗻𝘀. Tenants can now request assistance from the police, the fire department, call an ambulance, report Child or Gender Based Violence incidents with just a few taps. This feature isn’t just about convenience—it’s about creating a culture of safety and preparedness. It’s about ensuring that no tenant feels helpless in their moment of need. Together, we’re building smarter, safer communities across Kenya. Join us as we continue to innovate for a better tomorrow. 🔗 Learn more about Keja AI:https://lnkd.in/duVE2mkM

𝗙𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝗜𝗱𝗲𝗮 𝘁𝗼 𝗜𝗺𝗽𝗮𝗰𝘁: 𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗼𝗱𝘂𝗰𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗞𝗲𝗷𝗮 𝗔I Today marks an exciting milestone for Portfolio: the official launch of our flagship product, Keja AI. At Portfol.io Kenya, our mission has always been to build tools that solve critical problems for African professionals and businesses using accessible, chat-first platforms. Through extensive research, we identified a glaring gap in the real estate sector: property management remains unnecessarily complex, especially for small-scale landlords. Enter Keja AI—a WhatsApp-based AI Agent designed to simplify property management - from tax compliance to tenant communication. With features like automated KRA calculations, maintenance tracking, and a verified service provider network, Keja AI ensures that managing properties feels as easy as sending a message. But it doesn’t stop there. Keja AI goes beyond traditional property management by fostering an entire ecosystem: • Landlords save time and stay compliant with KRA-ready reports on tax, occupancy, and automated workflows. • Tenants enjoy faster issue resolution and better communication. • Service Providers gain access to verified job opportunities, helping them grow their businesses and create livelihoods. This launch represents more than just a product—it’s a step toward our vision of creating impactful solutions that drive efficiency and accessibility across industries. Stay tuned as we continue to innovate and scale. Together, let’s shape the future of #jobtech in Africa. 🔗 Learn more about Keja AI: https://lnkd.in/duVE2mkM

🚀 Portfol.io Kenya joins the Jobtech Alliance! We’re thrilled to announce that Portfol.io Kenya, the platform helping African talent connect to opportunity via Social, has been officially accepted into the Jobtech Alliance! 🎉 This recognition underscores our commitment to revolutionizing how talent meets opportunity in Africa. By leveraging the power of WhatsApp—a tool already used daily by millions across the continent—we’re breaking down barriers to access, enabling job seekers to showcase their skills and connect directly with employers. At Portfol.io Kenya, we believe everyone deserves a chance to shine, regardless of where they come from or their resources. Our mission is to bridge the gap between overlooked talent and frustrated recruiters, making hiring more inclusive and accessible. Joining the Jobtech Alliance strengthens our resolve to drive meaningful change in the labor market. A huge thank you to Solomon Muigai and Chris Maclay. A special thank you to our incredible Portfol.io Kenya team, our supporters, and the users who’ve helped us reach this milestone. Together, we’re building a future where talent knows no boundaries. Stay tuned for more updates as we continue to grow and innovate. #Portfolio #JobtechAlliance #TalentDiscovery #InnovationInAction #AfricaRising

🎉 We’re thrilled to announce that Tiffany has joined the team as our Design Lead and UX Architect! 🚀 At Portfol.io Kenya, we’re working on something big that will redefine how people interact with one of life’s most essential assets. While we’re not quite ready to spill all the details yet, we can say this: it involves cutting-edge technology, seamless user experiences, and solving real-world challenges in ways no one else has before. Why Tiffany’s Arrival is a Game-Changer: With years of experience designing intuitive systems and crafting scalable solutions, Tiffany brings a level of expertise that will elevate everything we do. Her ability to bridge design and UI/UX ensures that what we are building will be both functional and delightful to use. As we ramp up development and prepare for our next phase, having Tiffany at the helm of design and solutions is a massive win for us. Tiffany, welcome aboard! Your vision, creativity, and technical prowess are exactly what we need to take Portfol.io Kenya to the next level. Together, we’ll create something truly remarkable—and we couldn’t be more excited to have you on this journey with us. Stay tuned for more updates as we continue to shape the future. For now, let’s just say—we’re building something special, and Tiffany's arrival makes it even more so. #TeamGrowth #DesignLead #SolutionsArchitect #Innovation #TechStartup #Kenya

In the early days of any startup, it’s tempting to think about automation, scalability, and efficiency. But did you know that some of your friendly neighborhood tech titans did the unscalable, the personal, and the deeply insightful? Lets talk about it 👇 → DoorDash Before scaling their delivery empire, DoorDash founders Tony Xu, Andy Fang and Stanley Tang personally delivered food orders themselves. Using simple tools like Google Drive and "Find My Friends," they manually managed orders to deeply understand logistics and customer needs. → Stripe Stripe's founders John Collison and Patrick Collison manually handled the onboarding process for new users, including setting up bank accounts and integrating payment systems. → Airbnb Before getting on the app and booking that staycation, remember that Brian Chesky, Joe G. Nathan Blecharczyk were personally meeting with potential hosts, taking professional photos of listings themselves, and actively managing a small number of users to deeply understand their needs. Here’s what doing unscalable things is teaching us at Portfol.io Kenya: 1️⃣ Learn deeply, act boldly - Manual interactions reveal insights you can’t get from surveys alone. Talk to people! 2️⃣ Relationships are gold - Direct engagement creates trust, the backbone of any meaningful solution. 3️⃣ Foundation before scaling - Scaling prematurely can lead to cracks; start with a solid base. 4️⃣ Iterate with purpose - Direct customer feedback shows us exactly where to improve. 5️⃣ Focus on impact, not scale (yet) - The goal is not just growth but meaningful, sustainable growth. These lessons are our guide as we build a platform to connect talent with meaningful and impactful opportunities, one conversation at a time. And while automation is part of the journey, we now realize the true power of personal, hands-on engagement. We’re still in the trenches, learning and iterating every day. Need help? 👇 👉 Are you a job seeker looking for opportunity? An employer that needs help hiring or finding talent from Africa? 👉 Fill this form and I will personally call you. [ https://lnkd.in/dqksqrP6 ]

As founders, we often hear that doing things that don’t scale is essential in the early days of building a startup. But why is it so important? Because these seemingly small, manual efforts give us something invaluable: a deep understanding of the problem you’re solving and the people you’re solving it for. At Portfol.io Kenya, we’ve learned that these hands-on moments are where the magic happens. How are we doing it? ➡️ Calling talent and freelancers directly to hear their stories and frustrations. ➡️ Personally matching talent with opportunities to understand where the gaps are. ➡️ Answering countless WhatsApp messages to ensure every user feels seen and supported. These are the moments that remind us why we’re doing this. What we’ve discovered: ☑️ The best insights come from real conversations. Talking to users isn’t just about gathering data—it’s about building relationships and trust. ☑️ Small actions create big impact. Helping one person find a job or one company fill a critical role might not seem scalable, but the lessons we take from these moments will shape the future of our platform. ☑️ The process matters as much as the product. Every manual step teaches us what automation needs to look like when the time comes to scale. For us, this journey is about solving the real challenges facing startups in Africa—making hiring faster, easier, and more accessible while connecting talent to life-changing opportunities. It’s not glamorous work, but it’s impactful, and it’s helping us build something meaningful. Need help? 👇 👉 Are you a job seeker looking for opportunity? Or an employer that needs help hiring or finding talent from Africa? 👉 Fill this form and I will personally call you. [ https://lnkd.in/dqksqrP6 ]