About Gara
Gara is an African edutainment and digital content platform founded in 2019 by Teddy Kossoko. Its Gara store distributes African-made games, comics and books on Android and PC, with mobile money and card payment options; the founder's company page reports 12+ active markets. In March 2026 Gara launched Paykko in Benin, a mobile savings and digital tontine app (individual savings from 500 FCFA, group tontines, a trust score) developed and operated by Gara. Company-reported figures in Launch Base Africa (29 Sep 2026): over 100,000 downloads, 54,000 registered users and over 100m FCFA in deposits within six months of launch. Paykko has drawn organic users in other West and Central African markets.
Gara founders & team
- Teddy KossokoFounder & CEO
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Frequently asked about Gara
- Where is Gara based and when was it founded?
- Gara is headquartered in Senegal and was founded in 2019.
- Who founded Gara?
- Gara was founded by Teddy Kossoko (Founder & CEO).
- Who is the CEO of Gara?
- Teddy Kossoko is Gara's Founder & CEO.
- What sector is Gara in?
- Gara operates in Gaming, Digital Media and Savings.
