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Ownership Structure & Regulatory Compliance

Corporate Structure​

Sukuma Ventures Pte. Ltd. (Singapore)​

  • 100% ownership of GoChapaa
  • Holding entity providing regulatory clarity and cross-border credibility
  • Singapore incorporation for international business operations
  • Regulatory compliance across multiple jurisdictions

GoChapaa Kenya Limited​

  • Local operating entity in Kenya
  • Data Protection Commissioner licensing
  • Capital Markets Authority sandbox participation
  • Local compliance with Kenyan regulations

Regulatory Advantage​

Built With Compliance​

Capital Markets Authority (CMA)​

  • Blockchain Data License approval
  • Sandbox participation - first company in Kenya's crypto industry to apply
  • Regulatory framework compliance
  • Ongoing oversight and reporting

Data Protection Commissioner (ODPC)​

  • Data Processor registration (Serial No.: 07927)
  • Data Controller registration (Serial No.: 07928)
  • Data Protection Act compliance
  • Secure handling of user data

M-Pesa Integration​

  • Official partnership with Safaricom
  • Seamless integration for crypto-fiat conversion
  • User-friendly experience for mobile money users
  • Compliant operations within existing frameworks

Multi-Jurisdictional Licensing​

Designed to comply with licensing in:

  • Kenya - Primary market and headquarters
  • Uganda - East African Community expansion
  • Rwanda - Regional market access
  • Tanzania - Cross-border operations
  • Ethiopia - Future market expansion
  • Beyond - Additional markets as we scale

Regulatory Strategy​

  • Proactive compliance with local regulations
  • Sandbox participation for innovation testing
  • Government relations for policy development
  • Transparent operations for regulatory trust

Transparency Commitment​

Fully Transparent Operations​

Unlike P2P Telegram Swaps and Binance-Style Grey Markets:

  • Regulated operations with proper licensing
  • Transparent reporting to regulatory bodies
  • User protection through compliance frameworks
  • Legal clarity for all stakeholders

Compliance Framework​

  • Regular audits by independent firms
  • Regulatory reporting as required by law
  • User data protection following international standards
  • Anti-money laundering (AML) compliance
  • Know Your Customer (KYC) procedures

International Credibility​

Singapore Advantage​

  • Stable regulatory environment for international operations
  • Cross-border credibility for global partnerships
  • Access to international financial markets
  • Regulatory clarity for crypto operations

Local Presence​

  • Kenyan operations for local market understanding
  • Community engagement through local teams
  • Cultural sensitivity in product development
  • Regulatory compliance with local laws

Data Protection & Privacy​

ODPC Compliance​

  • Data Processor registration for handling user data
  • Data Controller registration for data management
  • Privacy policy compliance with local laws
  • User consent management for data processing

Security Measures​

  • Encrypted data storage for user information
  • Secure transmission of financial data
  • Access controls for sensitive information
  • Regular security audits and assessments

Regulatory Roadmap​

Current Status​

  • Kenya: Fully licensed and operational
  • East Africa: Regulatory framework development
  • International: Cross-border compliance planning

Future Expansion​

  • Additional markets as we scale
  • Regulatory sandbox participation in new markets
  • Government partnerships for policy development
  • International compliance for global operations

Compliance Benefits​

For Users​

  • Legal protection through regulated operations
  • Data security through compliance frameworks
  • Dispute resolution through regulatory channels
  • Consumer protection through oversight

For Partners​

  • Regulatory clarity for business operations
  • Compliance support for integration
  • Legal framework for partnerships
  • Risk mitigation through oversight

For Investors​

  • Regulatory transparency for due diligence
  • Compliance reporting for oversight
  • Legal clarity for investment decisions
  • Risk management through regulation

Ongoing Compliance​

Regular Activities​

  • Regulatory reporting as required
  • Compliance audits by independent firms
  • Policy updates to maintain compliance
  • Training programs for staff on regulations

Future Commitments​

  • Continuous compliance as regulations evolve
  • Proactive engagement with regulatory bodies
  • Transparent operations for all stakeholders
  • User protection through regulatory oversight

GoChapaa operates with full regulatory compliance and transparency, providing users with the security and protection they deserve.