Rhea
OperatingSoil testing and soil-health analytics for smallholder farmers in East Africa.
- AgriTech
- Nairobi, Kenya
- Venture
- Founded 2022
- rhea.africa ↗
- Total raised
- $100K
- disclosed
- Last round
- $100K
- Venture
- Rounds
- 1
- since 2022
- Investors
- 1
- on record
About Rhea
Rhea is a Kenyan soil health management company that collects soil nutrient data and gives smallholder farmers tailored recommendations. Its AgriPad device and agent network deliver real-time soil testing, and it runs measurement, reporting and verification (MRV) systems for soil health. It was founded in 2022 by Priscilla Wakarera and Soinato Leboo.
Rhea funding1 round
Rhea has raised $100K across 1 disclosed round. The latest is a $100K Venture announced 26 Sep 2026, led by Obudu Capital.
Who has invested in Rhea
| Announced | Round | Lead · investors | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26 Sep 2026 | Rhea Venture | Obudu Capital | $100K |
Rhea founders & team
- Priscilla WakareraCo-founder & CEO
- Soinato LebooCo-founder
Rhea competitorssame sector · similar funding
- FarmerLifelineNairobi, Kenya
- FarmulaNairobi, Kenya
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Frequently asked about Rhea
- Where is Rhea based and when was it founded?
- Rhea is headquartered in Nairobi, Kenya and was founded in 2022.
- Who founded Rhea?
- Rhea was founded by Priscilla Wakarera (Co-founder & CEO) and Soinato Leboo (Co-founder).
- Who is the CEO of Rhea?
- Priscilla Wakarera is Rhea's Co-founder & CEO.
- How much funding has Rhea raised?
- Rhea has raised $100K across 1 disclosed round. Its latest, a $100K Venture, was announced on Sep 26, 2026.
- Who has invested in Rhea?
- Backers include Obudu Capital.
- What sector is Rhea in?
- Rhea operates in AgriTech, Data Analytics and Smart Farming.
