The International Finance Corporation (IFC) is preparing to take a stake in Yakeey Inc., a fast-rising Moroccan startup transforming the real estate sector through technology. According to details released by the IFC, the organization is considering a $7 million investment in the company, which has quickly become a standout name in Morocco’s emerging PropTech scene. Launched in Casablanca in 2023, Yakeey has managed to establish itself in just two years as one of the country’s most promising players in digital real estate services.
Yakeey’s core product is a digital platform designed to streamline property transactions by connecting buyers, sellers, real estate agencies, developers, and financial institutions in one place. The system consolidates all stages of the buying and selling process—from property search to final notary signatures—into a single, AI-driven interface. In a market where digital adoption remains relatively low, this level of data integration and automation is a significant step forward.
The upcoming investment is part of Yakeey’s Series A funding round, which also includes venture capital firms, family offices, and a number of individual investors. IFC’s potential involvement would be a strong endorsement not only of Yakeey’s vision but also of the broader Moroccan tech ecosystem. As a member of the World Bank Group, the IFC’s mission includes supporting high-impact African startups capable of digitally transforming key economic sectors.
For Yakeey, the funds would fuel local expansion, help broaden its service offerings, and support its first moves toward international markets. The company is particularly focused on using data to bring greater transparency to real estate—a sector long criticized for its lack of clarity. In 2024, Yakeey teamed up with Morocco’s National Council of Notaries to launch the country’s first AI-powered real estate pricing platform, setting a new standard in market accessibility.
By operating at the crossroads of technology, finance, and real estate law, Yakeey has carved out a unique role in a sector undergoing rapid transformation. Its efforts also align with national goals to promote digital innovation and expand public access to information. If the IFC investment goes through, it would mark a major milestone in Yakeey’s growth and further elevate Morocco’s appeal as a destination for international tech investors.
