Here is a list of the most profitable businesses to start in Kenya
Selling second-hand clothes (MTUMBA)
It’s one of the most popular businesses in Kenya someone can start with less than Ksh 30,000 only.
Most of the clothes are got from the leading markets Gikomba and Muthurwa.
Car wash businesses in Kenya
The car washing business is a service industry that can help you earn a lot of money if done well. It involves taking care of vehicles, including cleaning them to look more attractive and boost their resale value.
Mpesa And Bank Agent Business
M-Pesa has grown to be one of the most lucrative financial businesses in Kenya.
It has also enabled mobile banking to thrive too. It’s one of the best businesses with high returns.
Cleaning and Laundry Business
Cleaning offices, industries, and financial institutions is also a booming business to comfortably operate in Kenya.
Opening up Dry cleaning services for dirty clothes is also a lucrative business to operate
Cereal And Vegetable Business in Kenya
Selling dry cereals is also one of the most profitable businesses to operate.
It includes getting legumes like beans, maize, and Jahi .
LPG (GAS) Retail Business in Kenya
Refilling and sale of LPG cooking gas are among the best profitable business to operate.
The government of Kenya offered a subsidy program for the LPG making it even more accessible and easy to manage.
Boda Boda and Car hire Business in Kenya
Boda Bodas are considered one of the fastest means of transport.
Operating and hiring car services is also a profitable business idea.
Courier Services in Kenya
Sending and receiving packages from different parts of the country is a booming idea that has been embraced by the Kenyan community. This also adds up to one of the most promising ideas.
Security Businesses in Kenya
You can start a security business by buying a few guard uniforms and ordinary flashlights.
Then you can use Facebook, Google+, Twitter, or LinkedIn to advertise your services and hire guards for small events like football games or concerts in Kenya.
Motorcycle And Car spare parts
Second or new car parts shop is one of the emerging trends where the market is readily available. A strategic location for this business idea would do very well.
Printing and Photocopy
This business goes well near college or university institutions because it will serve the needs of the students.
Ecommerce business in Kenya
Selling goods and services online is the most convenient business to operate.
Airbnb business in Kenya
This is the latest booming business in Kenya, If you have that extra room give it a try
Jewellery Business in Kenya
Jewelry businesses are profitable because many people like buying jewelry, especially beautiful and unique.
You can start this business by purchasing some jewelry, learning how to make it yourself using online tutorials, and promoting your business by word of mouth.
Additional Business Ideas
- Fitness equipment and Accessories
- Hiring and talent acquisition
- Web and Graphic designs
- Social media marketing
- Mobile phone sales And Repair
- Cosmetic Business
- Travel Agency Business
- Computer sales Business
- Food sales Business
- Baking Business
- Jewelry Business
- Children’s daycare
- Event Planning
- Photography and Cinematography
In case you have any additional business ideas please comment below. Thanks