CAMA and FasterCapital Equitypilot to Accelerate Automotive Repair Leadership in Dakar
Dakar, Senegal & Dubai, UAE - Oct 27, 2025
Cama diesel and FasterCapital today announced a strategic partnership through the Equitypilot program to fast-track CAMA’s expansion in Dakar, Senegal, combining CAMA’s automotive repair and spare-parts expertise with FasterCapital’s global incubation, funding and go-to-market resources.
Market opportunity & problem statement
The West African aftermarket and repair market is large and underserved: aging vehicle fleets and rising car ownership in Senegal are creating systematic demand for reliable maintenance, diagnostics and diesel-injection expertise. Local customers face long waits, inconsistent quality and supply-chain gaps for parts. CAMA addresses this white space at the entrance to Dakar an area with high traffic and fleet concentration—where scalable, tech-enabled service and parts distribution can capture recurring revenue and convert walk-in demand into long-term contracts.
Startup solution & differentiation
CAMA delivers end-to-end automotive repair services from basic maintenance to advanced electronic diagnostics and diesel injection system repair plus on-site spare-parts retailing. The company differentiates through certified technicians, advanced diagnostic tools, a computerized inventory system, and a customer-first service model (online booking, pickup/delivery options and warranty-backed repairs). Since 2023 CAMA has built strong local brand recognition under owner and master mechanic Malal COULIBALY and a leadership team that includes a service manager, senior technician and parts manager. Early traction includes steady local volumes, fleet service inquiries, and a projected path from $500K revenue in Year 1 to $1M by Year 5 based on service expansion and improved parts availability.
FasterCapital partnership value
Through the Equitypilot program, FasterCapital will provide CAMA with seed capital, global mentor networks, legal and financial structuring support, and fundraising preparation. FasterCapital’s selective vetting and acceleration resources validate CAMA’s market fit and operational readiness. The program will prioritize supply-chain optimization, digital customer acquisition, and systems to scale parts distribution and fleet services. Expected outcomes include a six- to 12-month acceleration in customer acquisition, establishment of standardized operational KPIs, and readiness for follow-on funding to support facility expansion.
Executive quotes
“Hesham Zreik”: “FasterCapital invests where strong local leadership meets a clear market gap. CAMA’s technical depth, strategic location and productized service model align with our Equitypilot criteria and our goal to back scalable, revenue-driven startups,” said Hesham Zreik. “We expect CAMA to set a new standard for service and parts reliability in West Africa.” Coulibaly Malal, CEO, CAMA: “This partnership accelerates our mission to deliver trustworthy, tech-enabled automotive care at Dakar’s gateway. With FasterCapital’s support we will expand parts availability, onboard more fleet clients, and raise service quality across every touchpoint.”
Growth trajectory & future plans
Near-term priorities include digital booking rollout, inventory automation, and two new fleet contracts within 12 months. CAMA will use Equitypilot resources to standardize service packages, add a mobile service unit, and prepare a $1M funding round to expand bay capacity and establish a regional parts distribution hub. Long term, CAMA aims to replicate its model across Senegal and neighboring markets through company-owned centers and potential franchising.
About CAMA
CAMA is an automotive repair and spare-parts company founded in 2023 and headquartered at the entrance to Dakar, Senegal. Led by master mechanic Malal COULIBALY, CAMA offers maintenance, diagnostics, diesel-injection repair and parts retailing with a customer-centric approach and modern inventory systems. The company’s mission is to provide reliable, high-quality automotive services that reduce vehicle downtime and improve fleet performance.
About FasterCapital
FasterCapital is a global venture builder and online incubator dedicated to co-funding and co-founding innovative startups. Established in 2014, we are now #1 venture builder in terms of number of startups that we have helped, money invested and money raised. It supports startups worldwide through various programs, including funding assistance, business development, and technical support. The Equitypilot program is designed to help early-stage startups build scalable solutions with mentorship, strategic guidance, and network support.