• fiveframesj

    Building Technology That

    Works for Africa

    Tech entrepreneur. Thought leader. Builder.

I build software that solves real problems for real people. From HR systems serving thousands across East Africa to point-of-sale tools powering small businesses - my work is rooted in one belief: technology should work for everyone, not just those who can afford it.

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African Countries

20,000+

Employees Served

135+

SMEs Powered

KES 200M+

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Meet James

I grew up in Lari, a rural community in Kiambu County – the first in my family to attend university, and later, the first to travel abroad and stand on international stages.

That journey shaped everything I believe about what’s possible when opportunity meets preparation.

Today, as CTO of Deadan Group, I lead a team building technology products that serve businesses across Kenya, Rwanda, Tanzania, Somalia, and beyond. Our tools help SMEs manage their people, process payments, and grow their operations.

I’ve spoken at Twitter headquarters in San Francisco, represented Africa at global demo days, and  contributed to education technology reaching millions of learners. But my focus remains here – building solutions for the businesses and communities that form the backbone of our economy.

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