Tech Labari - Jun 20, 2025
E-Commerce Startup Sabi Lays Off 20% of Staff as It Shifts Focus to Global Commodity Trade
Sabi has laid off approximately 50 employees, representing 20% of its workforce. The startup is shifting its focus from retail services to exporting traceable, ethically sourced commodities.
TechCrunch - Jun 20, 2025
After raising $38M, African e-commerce startup Sabi lays off 20%, pivots to traceable exports
Sabi laid off around 20% of its workforce, approximately 50 employees, as part of a restructuring effort. The company is pivoting from a retail-focused platform to a growing business in commodity exports.
Bendada.com - Jun 19, 2025
Sabi cuts 20% of staff, refocuses on commodity traceability
Sabi cut around 20% of its staff to concentrate on its TRACE platform. TRACE is designed to help global buyers trace minerals and crops back to their source.
TechCabal - Jun 19, 2025
Sabi cuts staff as it narrows its focus to commodities’ trade
Sabi laid off roughly 50 staff members, about 20% of its workforce, in a restructuring effort. The company is pivoting to focus on its TRACE platform for tracking minerals and agricultural goods.