Weza Interactive Entertainment

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Kenyan game studio behind Riziki, a free-to-play mobile rhythm adventure built on African music.

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Last round
Grant
Oct 2026
Rounds
1
Investors
1
listed

About Weza Interactive Entertainment

Weza Interactive Entertainment is a Kenyan game development studio founded by twin brothers Odongo George Ahere and James Ahere to build original, culturally rich games that educate, empower and entertain. Its title Riziki is a free-to-play mobile rhythm adventure using Afrobeats, Amapiano and Rhumba. The studio was selected for the Google Play Indie Games Fund Africa 2026 cohort.

Weza Interactive Entertainment funding1 round

The latest is a Grant announced 28 Oct 2026, led by Google.

Who has invested in Weza Interactive Entertainment

RoundAmount
Weza Interactive Entertainment Grant28 Oct 2026
Led by Google
Not disclosed

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Frequently asked about Weza Interactive Entertainment

Where is Weza Interactive Entertainment based?
Weza Interactive Entertainment is headquartered in Kenya.
How much funding has Weza Interactive Entertainment raised?
Weza Interactive Entertainment has raised 1 funding round; the amounts were not disclosed. Its latest, a Grant, was announced on 28 Oct 2026.
Who has invested in Weza Interactive Entertainment?
Backers include Google.
What sector is Weza Interactive Entertainment in?
Weza Interactive Entertainment operates in Gaming and Game Development.