What are the best things to sell online in Kenya? Now after learning how to sell online, you are now considering kick staring your online business.
I have taken the trouble to analyze our e-commerce platform to bring you the best stuff to sell in Kenya. Thanks to the way Jumia, Kilimall and other e-commerce have shaped our lives; more and more people are finding themselves shopping online like never before.
You too now want a piece of this cake. That is not a bad idea, besides who does not want to make extra cash or even a living online?
What are the 7 best things to sell online in Kenya?
The short answer is; 1. Mobile phones and mobile phones accessories. 2. Women clothing. 3. Electronics. 4. Fashion Items. 5. Women hair and hair products. 6. Shoes. 7. Sunglasses.
Without ado, let us have a look at the long answer below.
Best things to sell online in Kenya.
I have been studying items that move fast on Jumia and Kilimall to bring you the best things to sell online in Kenya this year.
1. Mobile phones and Mobile phone accessories
The mobile phone industry market in Kenya is a huge market.
There are phones that are launched year in tear out. And Kenyans just being
Kenyans will always want to move with the current trends.
Investing in selling phones online will definitely bring you
the return on investment.
That said, you have to define your market target and sell well-known
brands besides selling original gadgets.
It goes without saying that these phone do require their accessories.
Mobile phone accessories move fast, from earphones, batteries, covers,
sim-cards and other stuff you may think of.
2. Women clothing
Our ladies are a species that thrive on beauty. Women call spend to their last coin on clothing. If you can see this this, you can capitalize on the huge market out there that is waiting to be exploited.
And when I say women clothing, I mean everything and
anything that women put on.
Other kind of clothing also do move, especially under garments
and children’s clothing.
3. Electronics
Try giving discount on electronics such as TV’s, Laptops and others. They will not last long. E-commerce sites such as Jumia thrive on shipping large numbers of electronics daily.
4. Fashion Items.
There are things you can sell online easily. They include
stuff such as watches, bangles, earrings, rings and all kinds of jewelry.
5. Women hair and hair products
The reason salons are doing well is that women do not take
chances with their heads. If you invest in this, you will definitely make
money.
6. Shoes
Everybody loves new shoes. Shoes as they say, give people
the first impression about you. Women love shoes, and if you have to try this
out, start will women shoes and slowly add shoes for other gender as the market
demands.
7. Sunglasses
There are people who have a taste for sunglasses and will
spend every dime on them. This is something you can try too
Conclusion
Choosing the right products to sell online in Kenya can launch your business in the right direction. However, that alone will not make you succeed; one, you will have to have to handle your customers with dignity. Two, sell original products and finally be very patient. Why patience? Because these same best things to sell online in Kenya are also sold by your competitors, heavy weights such as Jumia.
So you want to learn how to sell online in Kenya? That is a good thought. And why shouldn’t it be when people are making money online selling all kind of stuff.
Besides, companies such as Jumia, Kilimall and even Safaricom have online stores and making big money!
What did they see that you never saw?
My brother my sister, you are not late. Thank God that your eyes have been opened now. Welcome to this guide on how to sell online in Kenya.
You may not make as much money as these companies do, but how about making just a fraction of this? Believe you me, learning how to sell online in Kenya is not easy, but if you master this model of business, you will be smiling all the way to the bank.
I once read of a story of a guy who made so much money
selling online that he left Kiambu for Dubai within a span of a month.
But why should you even care about how to sell online in
Kenya?
It is a well-known fact that Kenya has the highest penetration
of mobile phones in Africa. Coupled with the fact we have Mpesa wallets with
us, online shopping is something we cannot wish away.
If you doubt what I am saying, ask Jumia about their
turnover on a daily basis. Also, ask Safaricom why they began Masoko.
Even out next-door stores and supermarkets, have their
online versions.
Online shopping is something you cannot wish away, and if
you are an entrepreneur, who wants to learn how to sell online in Kenya, you
have taken the right road.
How to choose a platform to sell on.
There are 4 ways to go about this. Here they are.
Create a blog/ E-Commerce store/ Website.
Become a seller on Jumia or Kilimall.
Do Drop shipping.
Sell on Social Media.
Let us get deeper into this.
1. Create a blog/ E-Commerce store/ Website.
Creating a blog, a website or even an E-commerce site is an
option you can consider. The advantage is that you have control of your own
site and can reach millions of potential buyers very easily.
Sites such as Jumia, Kilimall or Masoko are E-commerce sites. You can also create a website or pay someone to create a website for you. Then add an E-commerce store on it.
You could even begin a blog if you are a good writer, and add a shop on to it.
Whichever the case, you will have begun showing your products and services to online shoppers. I did write how to start a blog in Kenya guide you can follow if you have time to do so.
However creating a blog/website/E-commerce site is the easier part. The problem is you may create a website, blog or an E-Commerce site that people may not see.
Moreover, you will be competing with other well-established
sites for customers. And boy/girl, you will be given a run for your money.
I may not advice you going this route unless
You have deep pockets that can flex your muscles before your competitors.
You are tech savvy and know what it takes to maintain an online store.
You know about Site Engine Optimization (SEO).
Are ready to employ people to help you manage the site. Imagine getting 100 online orders within minutes and have no idea where to begin. If you fail your customers, they may leave for good.
That said, if you are ready for the challenge, you could
take it on. I also advice taking this route if you have a physical store and
want to expand your reach online.
2.Become a seller on Jumia or Kilimall.
For anyone interested in how to sell online in Kenya, this
is by far the easiest route to follow.
Why am I saying so?
Because within minutes, you can have your products in front
of millions of potential buyers. It is by far the easier option since,
Only need to apply to become a seller on Jumia or Kilimall.
You only list your products and leave the rest to Jumia or Kilimall.
You do not need to know Site Engine Optimization (SEO).
Both offer training on how to run your business.
Both have millions of followers and your products can move very fast.
That said; remember that these platforms do not offer these
services free. You pay a particular percentage of the value of the products
that are sold.
Remember the guy I talked about who left Kiambu for Dubai,
he moved so many products on Jumia during a promotional week that he made
millions within days.
Dropshipping is a retail fulfillment method where a store does
not keep the products it sells in stock. Instead, when a store sells a product,
it purchases the item from a third party and has it shipped directly to the
customer. As a result, the seller (you) never sees or handles the product.
The main difference between this method and the first two is
that you do not handle any inventory and you do not own any products.
You act as an intermediary, buying cheaply and selling at a
profit.
Dropshipping is not well developed in Kenya. However, if you
have literally little capital to begin with, this the route to take.
This is what you need to do:
Go sign up at https://www.shopify.com, this is the best option though there are other options.
Create a store on shopify.
Look for products to dropship.
Add the products on your store.
Advertise your store to the world.
The down side of this method is that, you will need to do
lots of SEO, for your store to make any traction.
But should people know about it and you have the right
products, you could be a self-made millionaire in no time.
4. Sell on Social Media.
This is by far the cheapest and easiest way to sell online. All you need to do is share you product to Facebook groups, on you Facebook page, and Instagram page.
This is the easiest way to learn how sell online in Kenya.
To become more professional, you can create a nice Facebook business page. Facebook allows you set up a shop on your page.
Once you have created a Facebook business page, you can list your products there. However, you will need to create a large following thus creating a brand of your own.
People usually do not buy products,they buy brands. If Messi decided to sell T-shits to day online, he would sell millions of them. If he gave you the same T-shirts, you would find it hard selling the same to your own brother or sister.
That is how powerful a brand is. Messi is a brand while you
are no brand.
Conclusion
Learning how to sell online in Kenya, could open you another door to earn an income during these difficult economic times. Moreover, you could just find that breakthrough you have been looking for.
If you are looking for items to sell, you can read about that here. If you have your own products to sell, well, I hope this guide helps you finally launch your online business. Â
These Mpesa rates in Kenya were effective in 1st June 2018 and were announced by Safaricom.
In this article, I will be able to answer the following questions that most M-Pesa users are asking or looking for.
Here are the top three questions that M-Pesa users’ need answers to.
What is the cost of sending Money to a registered user?
What is the cost of withdrawing money?
What is the cost of Transferring Money from M-Pesa to Airtel Money?
What is the cost of transferring Money from M-Pesa to T-Kash?
What is the cost of transferring M-Pesa to Unregistered users?
What is the cost of withdrawing M-Pesa at the ATM?
Luckily for you I have the answers right below. Let us have a look.
New MPesa Rates in Kenya.
1. Cost of Sending Money to Registered M-Pesa Users (2019)
Min(KSHs.)
Max(KSHs.)
M-PESA Charges
1
49
Free
50
100
Free
101
500
11
501
1,000
15
1,001
1,500
26
1,501
2,500
41
2,501
3,500
56
3,501
5,000
61
5,001
7,500
77
7,501
10,000
87
10,001
15,000
97
15,001
20,000
102
20,001
25,000
105
25,001
30,000
105
30,001
35,000
105
35,001
40,000
105
40,001
45,000
105
45,001
50,000
105
50,001
70,000
105
2. Withdrawal Cost at M-Pesa Agents(2019)
Min(KSHs.)
Max(KSHs.)
M-PESA Charges
1
49
N/A
50
100
10
101
500
27
501
1,000
28
1,001
1,500
28
1,501
2,500
28
2,501
3,500
50
3,501
5,000
67
5,001
7,500
84
7,501
10,000
112
10,001
15,000
162
15,001
20,000
180
20,001
25,000
191
25,001
30,000
191
30,001
35,000
191
35,001
40,000
270
40,001
45,000
270
45,001
50,000
270
50,001
70,000
300
3. Cost of transferring Money from M-Pesa to Airtel Money( 2019).
Min(KSHs.)
Max(KSHs.)
M-PESA Charges
1
49
Free
50
100
Free
101
500
11
501
1,000
15
1,001
1,500
26
1,501
2,500
41
2,501
3,500
56
3,501
5,000
61
5,001
7,500
77
7,501
10,000
87
10,001
15,000
97
15,001
20,000
102
20,001
25,000
105
25,001
30,000
105
30,001
35,000
105
35,001
40,000
105
40,001
45,000
105
45,001
50,000
105
50,001
70,000
105
4. Cost of transferring from M-Pesa to T-Cash( Telkom Cash) 2019.
Min(KSHs.)
Max(KSHs.)
M-PESA Charges
1
49
Free
50
100
Free
101
500
11
501
1,000
15
1,001
1,500
26
1,501
2,500
41
2,501
3,500
56
3,501
5,000
61
5,001
7,500
77
7,501
10,000
87
10,001
15,000
97
15,001
20,000
102
20,001
25,000
105
25,001
30,000
105
30,001
35,000
105
35,001
40,000
105
40,001
45,000
105
45,001
50,000
105
50,001
70,000
105
5. Cost of sending M-Pesa to unregistered users (2019)
Min(KSHs.)
Max(KSHs.)
M-PESA Charges
1
49
N/A
50
100
N/A
101
500
45
501
1,000
49
1,001
1,500
59
1,501
2,500
74
2,501
3,500
112
3,501
5,000
135
5,001
7,500
166
7,501
10,000
205
10,001
15,000
265
15,001
20,000
288
20,001
25,000
309
25,001
30,000
309
30,001
35,000
309
35,001
40,000
N/A
40,001
45,000
N/A
45,001
50,000
N/A
50,001
70,000
N/A
6. Cost of withdrawing M-Pesa at the ATM( 2019)
Min(KSHs.)
Max(KSHs.)
M-PESA Charges
200
2,500
34
2,501
5,000
67
5,001
10,000
112
501
20,000
197
What you need to know about transacting on M-Pesa in 2019.
Even as we talk about Mpesa rates, there are a few things you need to know. Though there a few things that have changed, much remains the same.
Have a look.
Your M-Pesa wallet can hold upto a maximum of Ksh. 100,000.00.
You can send a maximum Ksh. 140,000.00. However you need to do this in two transactions of Ksh.70,000.00 each.
The minimum you can send at Ksh. 50.00.
You cannot deposit directly to someone else’s M-Pesa Wallet.
Nowadays M-pesa will not ask for a physical ID card, but will enter your id number to complete the transaction.
M-Pesa transactions, earn you bong points.
With Fuliza, you do not have to worry about the money in your wallet. You can borrow from Fuliza to complete the transaction.
With Mpesa global, you can send and receive money to other countries.
Conclusion.
Today we cannot do without M-Pesa for we do almost all our transactions on phone. I did write about Mpesa App and how smartphones are changing the way we transact on Mpesa.
But do we really have to worry about Mpesa rates with the introduction of Fuliza?
How to start a blog in Kenya in 2024? Huh? That is not a bad idea. If it is one of you resolutions for the new year, read on.
You look around and see blogs that are doing very well and wish
that you owned one! You are in these safe hands, for in this guide I am going
to take you through a step by step process that can that will help you set up a
blog and have it running.
In fact, you can have a business blog running in minutes if you follow this guide.
I have been blogging for a while and I did set up this blog in just two weeks. As of writing this article, this blog was just two month old and already receiving 5000 visits a day.
How To Start a Blog in Kenya?
The short answer is; 1. Register a good domain name. 2. Find a good host and pay for hosting. 3. Get a good theme. 4. Write your first post and connect to the world.
But how do I get started? This question is probably disturbing you at this minute. Just take a cup of coffee and let us begin this journey. Here is the long answer.
Differences between a Blog and a Website.
But before we look at how to start a blog in Kenya, let us answer one question, what is a blog? And how is it different from a website?
A blog, also known as a weblog is an online journal or
informational website displaying information in the reverse chronological
order, with latest posts appearing first. It is a platform where a writer or
even a group of writers share their views on an individual subject.
Techweez.com,tech-ish.com or even this site are examples blogs.
Individuals such as Victor Matara, Nyakundi and Robert Alai are very well known bloggers in Kenya. What they own are blogs.
A website on the other hand is a collection of publicly
accessible, interlinked Web pages that share a single domain name. Websites can
be created and maintained by an individual, group, business or organization to
serve a variety of purposes.
Think of sites such as safaricom.co.ke or jumia.co.ke, these are examples of websites. Website nowadays have blogs on them that give information periodically.
Why should you start a blog in Kenya in 2024?
There may be many reasons to this. Some for leisure, others to share information but to some, create a means of earning some money.
Whichever the case, starting a blog can keep you busy and at the same time sharpen your writing skills.
I always wrote articles in high school for the press club, though I was not very good in English. I found out that I would write article in books and diaries. When I discovered that, I could share these articles online, the idea to start this blog was born.
But it was not as easy as I thought, I failed so many times. If you want to start a blog in Kenya and succeed immediately, you are in for a rough ride.
From my experiences, I bring you the beginner’s guide to start a blog in Kenya in 2020.
Getting Ready
To start a successful blog in Kenya in 2022, you need to build a solid foundation. Blogs that are built in rush usually fail to make any impact.
In fact most blogs unless build as a hobby and for leisure,
usually fail within a year of launching.
I have been on that route I know.
So how do you prepare?
Follow these steps below.
Brainstorm Ideas to write about.
Write at least 10 articles.
Have a functional credit card.
What do I mean by this? Let us get deeper into this.
1.Brainstorm Ideas to write about.
A blogger who writes about anything and everything is no blogger. Therefore, you have to find your rhythm and find a topic that you are going to write about. For you to start a blog in Kenya, you have to brainstorm.
This could be cooking, football, shopping, poetry, business or anything that you know much about.
Researching on topics which is commonly referred as to a
niche in blogging circles, is what I call brainstorming.
As a rule, look for a topic which you are conversant with, a
topic with good traffic (people are likely going to read it) and not too wide.
What do I mean by too wide? Let us say you want to write about sports. For starters, this is a very wide topic. There are literally hundreds of sports out there. Unless you are Nation Media House, you will not make any impact.
So if I were you, would look at it this way;
Sports˃ football˃ Kenya premier league.
So I will write about the Kenya premier league, which would
not be too wide.
But again, it would be a bad idea about to write about Kenya Premier league, for you will have to contend with heavy weights such as Nation Media House, the StandardMedia Group or Royal Media Services who have established sites that will give you a run for your money.
Unless off course you just to create a blog that no one cares about.
Therefore, if I were you I would write about how to prepare
tasty Kenyan meals. This niche would be not very competitive and you may just
have audience who what to learn about that.
Moreover, choosing a niche that is not so wide brings you out as a professional in field.
This step is very important if you want to start a successful blog in Kenya.
Unless you just want to have fun, this is a must do!
This should take you a few minutes to even a week.
2. Write good articles ( blog posts).
Once you have settled on a topic to write about, write about 10 good keyword rich articles. You articles should be informative and focused on a single topic.
More importantly, you should be original, no copy pasting. If you are thinking going that route, you would spend your energy elsewhere. You are bound to fail if you go that route.
I would recommend writing blog posts that are about 800 words long.
3. Have a credit card.
Unless you want to use free platforms ( I will be explaining that in a while) where no one will ever find you, you would better have some money to buy some services.
To begin this blog, I had about Ksh. 10000.00(US$100.00)
How to start a blog in Kenya in 5 steps.
Listed below are 5 steps you will need to follow to make your blog dream a reality. The beauty of these all is that if you have prepared yourself as discussed above, this will take a few hours.
Here are the steps.
1. Choose a blogging platform.
2. Choose a web host.
3. Set up a blog on you domain.
4. Design you blog.
5. Add your content.
6. Useful resources for your blog.
Let us look at this one by one and start a blog in Kenya; you would better fill your cup with more coffee.
1. Choose a blogging platform.
A blogging platform is where you want to build your blog.
There are over 10 blogging platforms to build your blog on.
But shouldn’t I just tell you which one to use? I will, but learn a few things first.
Here are some of the blogging platforms.
WordPress-Self Hosted
WordPress- Hosted
Drupal
Blogger
Tumblr
Blogsmith
Now if you have not heard of about WordPress, then I do not know what to tell you.
WordPress
I may just need to tell you that it is the most popular blogging platform. Over 100 million blogs are hosted on WordPress.
Numbers do not lie. Have a look below.
How popular WordPress is.
This is the blogging platform to use. However, there are two
options, hosted and self-hosted. We go with self-hosted.
Here is why we choose WordPress.
Super easy set-up and is free to use.
Millions of free themes and layouts.
There is a massive support forum in case you are stuck(you will not, but it is nice to have it there if you need it).
Your blog will be insanely fast and it will look functionality and form – perfect!
People can interact with you easily. Your content can be shared, commented on, and much more.
2. Choose a web host.
A web host is a company that will give you space to store your files. Your blog files need to be stores on servers where the information can be retrieved when users look for it.
But the big question is do you use free alternative or of
self hosted?
Let us look at the two.
Free Alternative.
All of us like free things. But as they say, cheap is expensive. Most blogging platforms such as WordPress, Blog spot or Tumblr have free options.
Here are the down side of free alternative.
1. You do not own the domain
Your domain will look like this
yourblog.wordpress.com
yourblog.blogspot.com
yourblog.tumblr.com
This does not look good I can tell you and a blog will not be easily found on search engines.
Just google any term and see if you will see a domain that looks that way.
2. You have limits
When something is free, you have limitations. If you looking to create a great blog you will have so many limitations on a free platforms.
3. You do not own your blog.
This might shock you but you do not own your blog. You might wake up one morning and find it gone.
Self- hosted.
If you are seriously considering creating a super blog, this is the route to go. Here is what you have with self-hosted option.
1. You have a custom domain.
2. You have flexibility. You can create a blog to your
taste.
3. The blog belongs to you. You own i and can even sell it.
Now that we settled on self-hosting, you will need to choose a web host. There are tens of good hosting companies out there to choose from. Companies such as Bluehost, Hostgator, Siteground, Hostinger, iPage and many more offer hosting services.
In most cases, hosting cost anything from US$10.00 to US$
100.00 per year. Choose what suits you. Though you may need to do some research
about this.
If you do not have time to do that, I would recommend using Bluehost or Siteground.
You will have to pay for this with your credit card and once
done, you are on you way to setting up your blog.
There are also companies in Kenya that offer hosting services, however I have not tried them and am not sure they will stand your demands are your blog grows.
Choose a domain name.
One more thing, you will need a domain name. A domain name is the address where internet users can access your website.
The good news is that most web hosting
companies will give you a free domain name. If they do not offer one, domain
names are cheap and cost about US$10 per year.
A good domain name should;
Reflect what your blog is all about.
Short. (Though most short names names are taken, try to keep is as short as possible)
Avoid hyphen between the words. Have something like shopinkenya.com and not shop-in-kenya.com
Use a .com extension, it is the commonly used most people will add it to words to try to guess a domain. However, there is no harm in using .co.ke extension.
3. Set up a blog on your domain.
Having paid for hosting and a domain name, it
is time to set up your blog on your domain.
This is how you do it.
Sign into your hosting account. Here you will see many files but take time to learn about each. You should also be very careful about changing stuff, which could cause problems.
Here you will have to install WordPress
files. Most web hosts offer once click installation. Should you have any
problems, the hosting company support should assist.
But remember you have to point your domain to your blog.
Once you have installed Word press, all you have to do to start blogging is go to your WP-Admin page usually www.yourblognamehere.com/wp-admin and start writing by adding a new post.
At first things will not be looking good, do not worry you
have time to make the changes you want.
4. Design you blog.
The design of a blog matters a lot. As you go through WordPress,
you will discover that you can change the way your blog looks by changing the theme
of your blog.
There are free themes you can start with. On WordPress there are literally thousands of these.
You can play around with this and find a good theme that
meets your needs.
If you do not get one, you can consider buying a premium theme at Themeforest. Premium themes give you the flexibility you need besides giving your blog a stunning look.
A good premium theme should cost you anything between US$ 40
TO US$ 100.
If you are creating a blog in Kenya with little capital, you can overlook this and instead use a free theme.
You will realize that after getting your preferred theme,
whether free or premium, the look of your blog will significantly improve.
Other things you will need to do is add pages, such as Home, About, Private Policy and others. You can look at this blog to give you an idea.
Create your Menu, that is how your content is arranged and
lastly design your widgets.
If you came to learn how to start a blog in Kenya, I know you may be overwhelmed, but worry not, all of us bloggers began there.
5. Add your content.
Add Blog Posts
If you are happy with the look of your blog, add the blog posts you wrote earlier. You can do this on you dashboard, but clicking add post.
I recommend adding two posts per day.
But why did you write them in advance. From experience, if you are new with WordPress, you may spend days trying to figure out how it works. This leaves you with no time to write more blog posts.
As you learn how it works, you have some post to add for at least 5 days. However, you may need to add a blog post at least once a week and stick to that schedule.
6. Useful resources for your blog.
In the blogging world, it hard to succeed alone. It is important to network with other bloggers. Here are things you need to do to keep the flame burning.
Read other blogs, it makes you learn how to write your own blog articles.
Find something to motivate you to continue writing.
Learn, blogging means learning every day. You will discover that you will beginning improving your blog from learning from fellow bloggers.
If you are Kenyan, consider joining the bloggers association of Kenya. Here you have a family that will share in your success.
If you get a few visitors a day, you can begin placing ads such as adsense on your blog.
Conclusion
That is it.
If you came to learn how to start a blog in Kenya in 2022, congratulations for coming this far.
However, beginning a blog is the easier thing to do. Your need to get consistent readers and followers to your blog.
To do this;
Produces high quality content. Content that people will appreciate and share.
Ensure Search Engines know about your blog. Sitemaps will help you achieve this.
Always share your blog articles on Social media such as Facebook, Twitter and others.
Write consistently.
If you do this, you could be the next Robert Alai in Kenya.
If you learned how to start a blog in Kenya using this guide, let me know.
You think that you do not need the Safaricom Mpesa App?
Think again.
Some years ago, to be precise about 10 years ago, if any one
asked you, what is Mpesa? I bet you could have answered by asking, what is
Mpesa?
However, now you cannot do that now.
Mpesa today is a big brand so much that Safaricom end year
results show that it the largest contributor to Safaricom profits. In fact,
there have been talks to split it from its parent company Mpesa.
That is how big Mpesa has become. There are Mpesa shops everywhere.
And if you think that you can do without Mpesa, you lie, for
it has become an integral part of our lives and life without this services is
unimaginable.
We make and receive payments through Mpesa, we send money at
the touch of a button. We do this so often that banks and other financial
institutions are scrabbling for this piece of the cake.
That is why having the Safaricom Mpesa App is necessary.
There no other way I can put it.
How to get the Safaricom Mpesa App.
Now, is there anything like Safaricom Mpesa App? The
straight answer is no. Then why are we even talking about it?
Let me explain.
Safaricom has its own My Safaricom App, this where you get
the Mpesa App.
To get this, you will need to have a smartphone, which nowadays have become very cheap. There are literally hundreds of cheap phones on Jumia or Kilimall you can buy. Some for as little as Ksh. 5000.00
Now on your phone go the google play store app. This app
should be on your phone by default. Now on google play store search for My
Safaricom and download it.
Once done, you will need to register by providing
information such as your name, phone number and national identity number.
If successful, you will have a screen like this.
If go to the main menu, you have a drop menu that looks this
way.
Touching on the Mpesa menu, this comes up.
From here, you can do all your Mpesa transactions. You can
also get mini or full Mpesa statements. Now that is the Safaricom Mpesa App for
you.
Conclusion
With almost every one of us owning a smartphone, having the Safaricom Mpesa App is a necessity. From here, you can do almost all transaction from the touch of a button; all you need is an active internet connection.
If you are not able to do this, you can always do it the traditional the traditional way, by going to sim toolkit and choosing the Mpesa App from here.
I began looking for bicycle shops in Kenya when out of the blue, the Kenyan government and the Nairobi city County government, announced that there would be no Matatus going to the city center on certain days.
I was a worried man.
Why should not I be when nearest drop off point by my favorite Matatu was about 4 kilometers from my workstation?
Therefore, I had to act fast and find an alternative. An idea
came to me that I needed get a bicycle to ease my pain. Moreover, I would kill two
birds with the same stone. I would use it for exercise and find a way to get out
of the house in the name of keeping fit.
That is how I begun looking for a bicycle and discovered a bunch of bicycle shops in Kenya. I finally got what I was looking for and I thought that if you are looking for one, I had better share with you some of the best shops I found.
Moreover if you are a seasoned biker or you just an amateur, this guide will help you in one way or another.
I got a very good bike, however on the very same day, the government
scrapped their idea, and I was both happy and frustrated at the same time. Let
that be a story for another day.
The 20 top bicycle shops in Kenya
Here is the list I prepared just for you. Let us have a look
1.Pedalling Powerhouse
This where I landed first and last. I am that shopper that
will move from shop to shop comparing prices before I decide on where to spend
my money.
Therefore, when I landed at Pedaling Powerhouse, I saw many bicycles and I did not settle on one. My ego could not allow me to do so. I left to check with other shops.
When I came back the second time, I had a made up my mind that I would get a bicycle here. And I am glad I did.
The shop stocks quality second hand bikes at a good price.
So far, the bike I bought is doing fine and I intend to buy one more bike for
my son.
This is a bicycle shop I would recommend to anyone in Nairobi.
Location: Muranga Road, Nairobi
Working Hours: 9.00am- 5.30 pm Monday-Saturday
10.00am-4.00pm Sunday
Contact: +254 704 651636
2. Cycloville Kenya
This is another bicycle shop in Kenya I made
a stop at. It is a good place, offering quality bikes. Moreover, they specialize
in bicycle spare parts. If you located in Nairobi, you can check out this
place.
But why did I not buy my bicycle here?
Though they have very good bicycles, I did not get what I was exactly looking for, so I visited and took note of there services.
And I must say that I was impressed.
Location: Thika Road, At Kahawa Wendani
Working Hours: 9.00am- 5.00 pm Monday-Saturday
Sunday Closed
Contact: +254 719 645053
3. Green Cycle Shop
If you live in Muthangari, then this shop is amazing. I have every reason to commend it to anyone. They have very good bikes and their services are just out of this world.
If you think I am going too far in praising this guys, look
at what one customer had to say;
‘I must commend the guys at Green Cycle Shop for their professionalism. They always follow up on their clients and have great after sales service. Bought my first of many bikes there and am sure this relationship with them is for the long haul. Congratulations guys and it’s always great doing business with you.’
Whereas other shops will sell to
you and almost immediately forget about you, this shop has a very good after
sale service.
Location: Muthangari Gardens, Muthangari, Nairobi
Working Hours: 8.00am- 6.00 pm- Monday-Saturday
10.30am- 5.30pm Sunday
Contact: +254 717 786681
4. Wheels of Africa
This another shop that I visited as looked for my ideal bicycle. At the reception, the welcome had a warm feeling and I immediately fell in love with these people. This a top bicycle shop in Kenya.
They do stock good bicycles besides fixing all kind of bicycle problems.
I looked at their rating at google business places and it is
very good. Having a rating of 4.6 out of 5 is no mean achievement.
Location: Ring Road Kilimani, Nairobi
Working Hours: 9.00am- 5.00 pm- Monday-Saturday
Sunday closed
Contact: +254 716 701676
5. Cycle Land Limited
When you get here, you get to see bicycles everywhere, some hanging from strategic positions. It shows you the seriousness these people take things bicycles and why they are contenders of top bicycle shops in Kenya.
There prices are good and the service is
amazing. This shop is worth checking out.
Location: Parklands Road, Nairobi
Working Hours: 9.30am- 6.30 pm- Monday-Saturday
10.30am-5.30pm -Sunday
Contact: +254 734 252299
6. Bikes and Sports Limited
For those of us living along Mombasa Road in Nairobi, you should consider this shop. They stock quality bicycles and you will find any kind of bicycle you looking for.
Location: Capital Centre Mall, Mombasa Road, Nairobi
Working Hours: 9.00am- 8.00pm- Monday-Sunday
Contact: +254 721 250003
7. Topteam Cycles and Fitness.
This is another shop you can get a bicycle especially if
Langata road is your hood. They have good quality bicycles.
When I was looking for a bicycle of my own, I did not get to
this shop. However, I did get to it when I was researching about this article.
Expect some good customer service and I must say you will be
spoilt for choice.
Location: Langata Road, Langata, Nairobi
Working Hours: 9.00am- 5.00pm- Monday-Saturday
9.00pm-3.00pm Sunday
Contact: +254 706 994999
8. Spine Doctor Bike Shop
This shop specializes in second hand bikes and serves the residents of northern Nairobi. This is a small shop and you may not easily find what you are looking for.
However, there is no harm trying.
Location: Kamiti Road, Kasarani, Nairobi
Working Hours: 9.00am-7.30pm- Monday-Saturday
Sunday- Closed
Contact: +254 717 562165
9. Elite Bike shop and Services
This is another shop in the Kilimani area and apart from
selling bikes, they offer bicycle services. If you live in this area, you can
pay them a visit.
Location: Wood Avenue, Kilimani, Nairobi
Working Hours: 8.00am-6.00pm- Monday-Wednesday
8.00am-7.30pm- Thursday-Saturday
Sunday- Closed
Contact: +254 724 752015
10. Bikes for Kenyans
Bikes for Kenyans is among the top bicycles shops in Kenya
selling cheap bicycles in Kenya. Moreover, they sell bicycle spare parts.
Location: Outering Road, Caltex, Nairobi
Working Hours: Not specified.
Contact: +254 721 212162
11. Bikes World
This is one bike shop located in Ruiru. They stock bicycles,
sell spare parts and offer repair services.
Location: Kihunguro, Ruiru.
Working Hours: 8.00am-6.00pm- Monday- Sunday
Contact: +254 726 729737
12. Decathlon
Decathlon is a world-renowned retailer whose headquarters are in France. They deal in sports gear all kind among them bicycles. They have over 1500 stores in over 50 countries worldwide.
In Kenya, you will find them at the Hub Mall. For residents of Karen looking for bicycles, this a shop to consider. It is a top bicycle shop in Kenya.
Location: The Hub Mall, Kikuyu Road, Karen, Nairobi.
Working Hours: 9.00am-8.00pm- Monday- Sunday
Contact: +254 746 743638
Other bicycles shops to consider
Here are other shops you may want to consider. They may not be specializing in bikes alone,but they do sell them.
13. Digo Emporium- The shops deals in all kinds of bicycles, including Tri-cycles.
14. Cycle Kits and Accessories– Located in Parklands, they stock both new and used bicycles.
15. Roy’s Cycle Matt- This is Githurai 45 and sells both new and used bicycles besides offering repair services.
16. Supermarkets– Most top supermarkets sell bicycles. You can check with your favorite supermarket.
17. Jumia Kenya– If you love shopping online, you can get bicycles at Jumia.
Types of bicycles in Kenya
When I was looking for a bicycle at those bicycles shops in Kenya,
I was not just going for structure on two wheels. I was looking for something
that would meet my demands.
When I went shopping, I came across three types of bicycles.
Let us have a look.
1. Mountain Bicycles.
A mountain Bike
As the name suggests, they are mountain climbers. To put it in a more precise way, they are off road biking gadgets.
They have characteristic heavy metal bars and wide tires. If
you go shopping, you realize that they are the cheapest in the market.
2. Road Bike.
A Road Bike
This are made for road cycling. These kind of bicycles are
crafted for speed and are often used in road races.
One notable characteristic about them is that they have drop
handlebars. If you live in a rough terrain, they may not handle that.
3. Hybrid Bicycles.
As the name suggests, it is a combination of the two predecessors
above. This bicycle can handle rough terrain well besides being used as a road
bike.
This is the kind of bicycle I was looking for.
As you visit those bicycle shops in Kenya I have listed
above, this is something you need to have in mind. A bicycle is not just a
bicycle.
Pro Note: Sometimes buying a second hand bicycle can save you lots of money. Besides, most people who know about bicycles will tell you that Ex-UK bicycles are among the best in the Kenyan Market.
Conclusion.
Getting a good bicycle can make you love cycling. Besides, we live in a world where we rarely exercise. Owning a bicycle can keep you fit besides moving you from one point to another. These shops in Kenya will help get a good bicycle.
The bicycles shops in Kenya listed above are among the best
though you may notice that they are all located in Nairobi.
There could be other shops out there that are yet to be discovered. Should you come across such, let me know. I will be glad to add it on this list of bicycle shops in Kenya.
Back to my story
Even though the government went back on its word on banning matatus in the city, I have used my bicycle twice to go to work and it is fun with a bonus of losing some pounds of weight.
My only worry is how to use it in the rainy season!
If you want to know how to top Airtel Credit on your phone, then follow this guide below.
Most of us are used to topping up Safaricom lines and buying
data from Safaricom with ease, however with Airtel; personally, I have been
forced to confirm how exactly it is done.
If Safaricom and Airtel were chicks, then Airtel would be a side ‘chick.’
You should be glad that I sharing these tips with you so that you do not go through the troubles I have gone through.
How to top up Airtel Credit
There are two ways you can do this; by topping up via a scratch card or via Mpesa. Let us have a look.
1.How to top up Airtel scratch via card
This is the most common way most of us top up our Airtel lines. If you happen to buy those red Airtel credit cards, follow the following simple steps.
Scratch your card to reveal the hidden 14-digit number.
On your phone dial *130*XXXXXXXXXXXXX# where the XXXXXXXXXXXX is the secret 14 digit hidden number revealed in the first step.
Hit the call button.
You will receive in a short while a confirmation message that your top up is success. You can also confirm your credit Balance by dialing *133# from your Airtel line.
2. How to top up Airtel via Mpesa
Mpesa wallets on our Safaricom lines is changing the way we are shopping for goods and services. Here is this how to top up Airtel via Mpesa, another way to top up Airtel credit on your phone.
Here are the steps.
Go to the M-pesa Menu
Select Pay Bill
Enter Business No. 220220
Enter Account No. AIRTXXXXXX (Where XXXXXX is your Airtel Mobile number)
Enter the Amount
Enter your M-Pesa PIN then send
I have used this method on several occasions, the down side being that you may have to wait for quite some time before you see the amount reflected in your Airtel credit wallet.
Since
the transaction is being honored through a third party (Pesapal), Mpesa charges
apply.
4. How to top up Airtel via Airtel Money
If you are one of those few who have their Airtel Money Wallets
active, you can also use this option. Here is how.
Go to the Airtel Money Menu
Select Make payments
Select Pay Bill then Other
Under business name enter pesapal
Enter Amount
Enter your Airtel Money
PIN
Under Reference enter AIRTXXXXXX
(Where XXXXXX is your Airtel Mobile number)
Again,
this goes through a third party. I have not used this method; I may not give an
experience about this.
5. How to top up using Credit or Debit Card.
If you have no problem using your Credit or Debit Card, you can top up Airtel Credit at Airtel website at this link.
6. How to top up via Airtel Mobile App
If you have a smartphone, which likely you have, you can buy
through the Airtel Mobile App. If you do not have the app, you can download it
from play store if you are on Android.
Once done downloading, you will need to register your number.
Then follow the following steps.
Go to the ‘Main Menu’
Select “Airtel Money’
Go to ‘Buy Airtime’
Enter your Number or any other recipient.
Enter ‘Amount’
Enter ‘Airtel Money Pin’
Note that this is buying via Airtel Money; however, unlike the second method discussed above, you are not going through a third party.
Conclusion
Airtel has slowly been eating into Safaricom’s share of the voice market. Most of us are having Airtel lines for calling and knowing how to top up Airtel credit is important. From the methods listed above, you can choose one that suits you, though you are likely to go use the traditional method, the first one.
This page lists the best wedding places in Nairobi and its environs. Because when it comes to weddings we are very careful to choose the best for ourselves and partners. And Shopaxo has taken the trouble to list you only the best.
Below is a list of the best wedding places you will what to wed complete with contact information and even links to pages owned by those places. I only hope that you enjoy and find the memorable place you will want to tie the knot.
25 best wedding locations in Nairobi
1. Safari Park Hotel and Casino
A wedding at Safari Park Hotel.
This one is complete with beautiful
gardens that you will love. It is located only 30 minutes on the Thika
Superhighway Exit 7 opposite the Moi International Conference Centre.
Rates: Usually they provide an all
inclusive package at Ksh1800.00 (US$20) per person.
Just off Kiambu road is the Windsor Golf
Hotel and Country Club. It located on KIGWA Road. Its expansive open spaces
make it very ideal for wedding. It only few minutes from the city centre.
Rates
This depends with the location.
Garden Pond location: at Ksh 65000(US$ 720) inclusive of set-up food and drinks. Please note that it can host only 150people.
10th Tee Location: This is the most popular location at the Windsor hotel. It cost Ksh 120000(US$ 13000) inclusive of set-up, food and drinks. It can host up to 1500 people.
Kigwa View Location: This location can host up to 500people and overlooks a dam. It cost Ksh 100000(US$ 1115) all inclusive.
Lake View location: The seating is just right next to the lake. It can accommodated 300 people and will cost you Ksh 80000(US$890) all inclusive.
Note that all inclusive meals set-up,
food and drinks.
Located just off Langata Road in Langata are of Nairobi.
It is an awesome place to do your wedding.
Rates: Please use the contacts below to inquire.
Cell: 020 8068400, 020 2603896, 020 2022426
Website: http://www.bomasofkenya.co.ke
5. Utalli Hotel
Waiting for the Bride at Utalli Hotel Nairobi
Utali Hotel is located on the Thika Superhighway at Exit
4. It ideal in that it is less than 10 minutes from the city centre. There are
both indoor and outdoor reception options.
Rates: Please contact the hotel using the contacts below.
Located between Banda and Brookhouse schools on Magadi
Road. It can host up to 500people.
Rates: From Ksh 60000(US$ 670). You will need to pay up to Ksh 25000 upfront to book the venue.
Cell: 0729436323, 0734 8338 54
Website: http://marogardens.com
7. Zen Gardens
Zen Gardens
Zen gardens are located at the Spring Valley in Nairobi. Its
surroundings are very beautiful.
Rates: Please inquire through the contacts below.
Cell: 0714 744231, 0737 744231, 020 8034445/6
8. Naivasha Sopa Lodge.
A Coupls at Naivasha Sopa Lodge
This is one is not located in Nairobi but in Naivasha on
the shores of Lake Naivasha. Naivasha is just 1 hours drive from Nairobi via
Waiyaki Way and it one of the best wedding destinations in Kenya.
Rates: Please contact them through the contacts below.
Cell: 020 3750235, 020 3616000
9. Naivasha Sawela Lodge
This is another place located on the shores of Lake
Naivasha.
Rates: Ksh 50000 (US$ 560). Please note that you have to make some down payment.
This one is located at the Ngong Race course and is one
place I recommend for anyone planning a wedding.
Rates: Please call for more information.
Cell: 0708 299048, 0733 777 417
Website: http://www.jockeyclubofkenya.com
25. Rock City Gardens
Rock City Gardens
Rock City Gardens located at the Coffee Garden Road off
Kiambu Rd in Muthaiga. It is a beautiful place with wonderful and ideal for any
couple planning their wedding. It one of the best wedding places in Nairobi.
Rates: They offer different packages depending on the needs of the clients. You can call them and they will give you their rates according to your taste.
Cell: http://www.rockcitygardens.co.ke/
Other Wedding places in Nairobi
The list above gives the best 25 wedding places in Nairobi, but there are places that are worthy looking at and considering. They may not have made to my list but they are good places that are pocket friendly. Here are those places.
College of Insurance South C– Located in south C just off Mombasa road.
Evergreen Park– Located on Kiambu Road about 5 kilometres from Muthiga Interchange.
Tayiana Gardens– Located at Garden Estate in Rigdeways.
Marist International College– Marist College is located in Karen off Langata Road
Starehe Boys Centre– Located at Kariokor on General Waruinge Road.
East African School of Theology-Located in Buruburu Phase 4 on Mumias South Road.
NPC Valley Road– Located Valley Road.
NPC Karen –This church is located in Karen about 500metres from Nakumatt.
Kentmere Gardens– Located at Tigoni, 20 minutes drive from Nairobi.
Florienta Gardens– Located off Limuru Road.
I wish you all the best as you try to get the place you
wish to tie the knot. And should you get one let us know and we will be happy
together.
Here are the best Hotels and Supermarkets in Kapsabet. You may find yourself in this town for either business or work related tips.
As is always the case, Shopaxo brings you this information,
so that you know where to shop and get other services.
Kapsabet is a town located in Nandi County and it is its headquarters. Just to give you where a picture of where this country is, it borders Uasin Gishu to the west, Nahuru and Kericho Counties to the South East, Kisumu to the South, Vihiga to the South West and Kakamega to the North and West.
Most travelers to Vihiga, Kakamega, Mumias, Kisumu and other
towns pass through Kapsabet to their final destinations.
So should you find yourself in Kapsabet for any reason, here
is where to sleep and shop.
Hotels in Kapsabet.
Like most small towns, Kapsabet has very few hotels. For
this case, your options may be limited. Here are the few good hotels in the
town.
Kapsabet Eden Springs Hotel
Eden spring Hotel is a cheap hotel located within Kapsabet
town. Most revelers and travelers love it for its food and meeting halls. The
hotel is also very famous with locals for its swimming pool. It is located on
Namgoi Tilolwo Road.
The rooms are spacious and have en suite bathrooms with hot showers,
reading desk, satellite TV with multiple channels and mosquito nets. For the
size of town it is located in, it isn’t that bad.
However do not take my word for it. You can read reviews
about this hotel here.
Kounty Lodge and Hotel
Kounty Lodge and Hotel is a pocket friendly hotel situated in Kapsabet town. The strategic location of the hotel makes it an ideal destination for business and people traveling.
Expect some good service at this hotel.
Starlink Hotel & Guest House
Star Link International Hotel is located opposite Equity Bank. Nearby
is the Naivas supermarket.
Each room is fitted with a TV with satellite reception, a wardrobe, a
worktable and designed with an en-suite bathroom. Local meals including
breakfast are served at their restaurant.
Kapsabet Hotel
Kapsabet Hotel is the heart of the town. Each room is fitted with an
en-suite bathroom and a TV with satellite channels. There is a restaurant
within.
Laundry services are also available at a surcharge.
Nandi Cottages
Nandi Cottages features a garden and
a shared lounge. Among the facilities at this property are free shuttle service
and a 24-hour front desk, along with free WiFi.
The accommodation provides an ATM
and room service for guests. All guest rooms at the guest house are fitted with
a seating area, a flat-screen TV with cable channels and a private bathroom.
These are the best hotels within the town; however you may also consider
these hotels that are within the county.
Tea Planter’s Inn-Nandi Hills, located some 19 kilometers from Kapsabet town.
Kip’s Eco Resort, also located in Nandi Hills.
Kapsimatwo Gardens in Nandi Hills.
Should you find that these hotels do not meet your standard, you may
consider putting up in Eldoret, Kakamega or Kisumu. If you are running errands
in Kapsabet, then Eldoret would br the best choice since it nearer to Kapsabet
that the other two cities.
Moreover, Kapsabet town does not have an operational airport of strip, therefore
you have to travel by road.
Supermarkets in Kapsabet.
There also few reliable supermarkets in this town, here are the best.
1. Naivas Supermarket.
This is by far the largest and reliable super market it Kapsabet. It stocks almost everything you may want. Moreover Naivas is a one of the largest supermarkets in Kenya.
The supermarket is sandwiched between Equity bank
and Kapsabet main bus stage.
Working Hours
Thursday
8am–8pm
Friday
8am–8pm
Saturday
8am–8pm
Sunday
8am–8pm
Monday
8am–8pm
Tuesday
8am–8pm
Wednesday
8am–8pm
Contact
0721 653702
2. Kapsile Mattresses
This is one of the oldest supermarkets in Kapsabet.
It deals in most items you would expect a supermarket to stock.
Address :Jean-Marie Seroney Rd, Kapsabet
Operating Hours
Thursday
8am–7pm
Friday
8am–7pm
Saturday
8am–7pm
Sunday
8am–7pm
Monday
8am–7pm
Tuesday
8am–7pm
Wednesday
8am–7pm
3. Tiryo Supermarket
This is another famous supermarket in Kapsabet. It pocket friendly and a place to do you non stop shopping.
4. Eldoret Supermarket
Located on Jean-Marie Seroney Rd, Eldoret Mattress
offer goods at a pocket friendly price.
Address:Jean-Marie Seroney Rd,
Kapsabet
Thursday
8am–6pm
Friday
8am–6pm
Saturday
8am–6pm
Sunday
Closed
Monday
8am–6pm
Tuesday
8am–6pm
Wednesday
8am–6pm
Contact : 0715 820222
Conclusion
Just like many towns in Kenya, you will find few good hotels
and supermarkets in Kapsabet. However, the few that are listed should be able
to provide the basic service you may need.
You too can contribute to this article should the information present here be inaccurate. You can contribute to this article (Hotels and Supermarkets in Kapsabet), buy submitting your suggestions through contact me page or commenting in the comment box below.
I would also mind you sharing this with friends and family.
You Can Now Pre-Order Huawei Y7 Prime 2019 on Jumia. Huawei is one of the latest phones to be released into the Kenyan market this year. It is a follow up of its predecessor, the Huawei Y7 Prime 2018.
I was among the first people to break the news about its launch in Kenya. Here you will find the specifications of the Huawei Y7 2019.
Now that the phone is with us, and most retailers are now
offering it for sale, you can now be a proud owner of one.
Huawei Y7 Prime 2019 is now available on Jumia for Pre-order and it is retailing at Ksh. 17999.00. This is what you buy it from their website.
However I highly recommend that you buy it through you Phone
App. Here the deal is sweeter. It only goes for Ksh. 17099.00. The discount
code when you use the App is FEB_APP19.
The phone currently has over 1000
pre-order and many are being received daily.
How to Pre-order Huawei Y7 Prime 2019 on Jumia
The steps to pre-order the phone are similar to the normal
steps you tale when ordering for any other item except that you have to pay for
the goods upfront. There is no option to payment at delivery.
In summary when you hit the pre-order button, you are taken
through the following steps;
You taken to your Cart to view your pre-order
items.
Proceeding to checkout, you choose whether to
have it shipped or picked at a pick-up station.
Next you make the payment, Either via Mpesa or
Visa.
Lastly, you confirm the order.
f you are new to Jumia, follow these instructions here on how to sign up and make you first order.
That is how you pre-order Huawei Y7 Prime 2019 on Jumia. As I said to note that you have to pay upfront for you to make an order.
If you have purchased the phone, let us know your first
impressions.
