The Founder
Wellington Tinotenda Kaiya - Founder & CEO
Born: 2006
Education: Cherutombo High School, Marondera
Background: Self-Taught Full-Stack Developer
Location: Marondera, Zimbabwe
Nationality: Zimbabwean
Key Achievement: Created OneSpotty Marketplace at age 19
Development Approach: Self-taught programming skills applied to solve real-world problems
Mission: Revolutionizing e-commerce in Zimbabwe and Africa
As a young entrepreneur from Marondera, I recognized the daily challenges Zimbabweans face when shopping - from traffic congestion and long queues to security concerns and financial losses due to theft during shopping trips.
This personal observation inspired me to create a comprehensive solution that would transform the shopping experience for my community and eventually, the entire continent.
The Mission & Vision
Primary Goal: To change the way customers shop and book services in Zimbabwe and Africa
Key Problems Addressed:
- Eliminate traffic congestion in shopping areas
- Prevent loss of money due to theft during shopping trips
- Make shopping more convenient and accessible for all
- Create employment opportunities for delivery personnel
- Support local businesses with digital transformation
OneSpotty was born from a genuine desire to create positive change in Zimbabwe's economic landscape.
By providing 24-hour doorstep delivery, secure payment options like SpottyPay and EcoCash,
and a user-friendly platform for both products and services, we're making commerce safer,
faster, and more efficient for everyone - from urban centers to rural communities.
Acknowledgments
This entrepreneurial journey wouldn't have been possible without the invaluable support of:
Tawanda Malawu
Technical Support & Business Guidance
My Girlfriend
Financial Support & Emotional Encouragement
The OneSpotty Community
Early Adopters & Beta Testers
Frequently Asked Questions About the Founder
Who is the founder of OneSpotty?
The founder of OneSpotty is Wellington Tinotenda Kaiya, a 19-year-old self-taught programmer and entrepreneur from Marondera, Zimbabwe.
How old was Wellington Kaiya when he created OneSpotty?
Wellington Kaiya was 19 years old when he developed and launched the OneSpotty marketplace platform.
What inspired the creation of OneSpotty?
OneSpotty was created to solve common shopping challenges in Zimbabwe including traffic congestion, security concerns, and financial losses due to theft during shopping trips.
What is Wellington Kaiya's educational background?
Wellington attended Cherutombo High School in Marondera and is a self-taught programmer with expertise in web development, mobile applications, and e-commerce platforms.
What makes OneSpotty different from other marketplaces?
OneSpotty offers 24-hour doorstep delivery nationwide, supports multiple payment methods including SpottyPay and EcoCash, and was specifically designed to address African shopping challenges.
A Message From the Founder
"I created OneSpotty not just as another e-commerce platform, but as a sustainable solution to help Zimbabweans and eventually all Africans shop safely, efficiently, and affordably.
In a continent where innovation meets necessity, we're building more than a marketplace - we're creating an ecosystem that empowers local businesses, creates employment,
and brings convenience to every doorstep while keeping your money secure and your time valued."
- Wellington Tinotenda Kaiya, Founder & CEO of OneSpotty
