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Daniel Yu is the co-founder of Wasoko, who has played a pivotal role in its growth and recent merger with MaxAB.
News published about Daniel Yu

Wasoko cofounder Daniel Yu launches $100 million Africa Jobs Fund
TechCabal - May 27, 2026
Daniel Yu launched the Africa Jobs Fund (AJF) aiming to mobilize $100 million over the next five years. AJF will focus on creating high-productivity jobs in export manufacturing and international labor mobility.

Wasoko Founder Daniel Yu Steps Down as CEO After 11 Years, Marking Key Leadership Transition Following MaxAB Merger
Tech In Africa - Sep 22, 2025
Daniel Yu announced his departure as CEO of Wasoko via LinkedIn. Wasoko merged with Egypt-based MaxAB in August 2024, creating a large B2B retail platform.

Wasoko founder Daniel Yu steps down as CEO after 11 years
Techpoint Africa - Sep 18, 2025
Daniel Yu announced his departure as CEO of Wasoko after 11 years, marking a significant leadership change. Belal El-Megharbel, co-founder of MaxAB, has assumed the role of CEO following Yu's exit.

Wasoko co-founder Daniel Yu steps down one year after MaxAB merger
TechCabal - Sep 18, 2025
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Daniel Yu is leaving his full-time role at Wasoko after over 11 years. Wasoko merged with Egypt's MaxAB in an all-stock deal, creating a regional leader in B2B supply chains.

Egypt's MaxAB co-founder exits company 2 months after merger with Kenya's Wasoko
Techpoint Africa - Oct 15, 2024
Mohamed Ben Halim exits MaxAB two months after merger with Wasoko. MaxAB completed its merger with Wasoko in August 2024.
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