Headed by Mayowa Akande and Bolaji Wahab, Vazzel aims to transform the fashion industry in Nigeria.

Vazzel is an online marketplace developed by a young Nigerian startup that allows fashion designers and vendors to launch their storefronts and showcase their collections. Customers on the platform can browse a wide selection of fashion products including textiles, bags, shoes, and accessories. Based in Lagos, the startup was founded in 2024 by Mayowa Akande and Bolaji Wahab.

“The market lacked a unified, tech-forward platform tailored for fashion vendors, especially in emerging markets, that also solves the prevalent issue of sizing in online fashion retail. [...] Vazzel differentiates itself through its AI sizing tool, local vendor focus, and simplified onboarding. This closes the gap between e-commerce infrastructure and body-personalized shopping experiences,” said Mayowa Akande in an interview with Disrupt Africa.

Although the platform does not yet have a mobile app, it offers a suite of “AI-inclusive” tools to streamline online store management, inventory tracking, customer engagement, and visibility on social media. The goal is to enable any stylist, designer, or fashion brand—even without technical expertise—to quickly bring their products online and reach a broader audience, both locally and internationally.

By integrating sales management, payments, and customer data, Vazzel functions as a one-stop shop for professionals in the fashion industry. The startup aims to expand into other African markets, with the ambition of nurturing a new generation of creators who can compete on a global stage. Its core mission is to connect African fashion with digital innovation while fostering local entrepreneurship.

By Adoni Conrad Quenum,

Editing by Feriol Bewa