Kenya is a wonderful country with plenty of opportunity for entrepreneurs.
There are many types of businesses that you can start in Kenya, and it doesn’t take as much money to get started as you might think.
In this post, we will discuss 16 ideas for business opportunities that require less than Ksh 5k-10k to start up!
Start a T-shirt printing business.
Yes, you can start an apparel company with less than Ksh 5,000 in Kenya!
You will need to buy some screens and ink and find some embroidery machines but if your hand is steady enough for screen printing then this could be the perfect opportunity for you.
Sell baked goods
You can make cakes and other desserts for people who need them – whether they are personal friends or customers at restaurants.
- Figure out what kind of baked goods will sell the best where you live
- What do most people have for breakfast?
- What do people eat for snacks?
- Do you have any specialties that are only available in your area?
All of these questions can give you ideas on what baked goods will move fast.
You can get a small charcoal oven and supplies for under Ksh 4,000 and hit the ground running.
Event Planning business
You can start an event planning business with only 5k-10k in Kenya.
You could start small and take on smaller events like birthday parties or fundraisers to get your feet wet. Eventually, you’ll be able to grow this into a larger company that handles weddings and other large-scale affairs for people in Kenya who have the money to spend on these kinds of luxuries.
Pet service
If you’re good with animals, why not put your skills to use by starting an animal boarding service for people who travel or have pets that need looking after while they work?
You could advertise on social media in expatriates groups as well as in noticeboards in high end neighborhoods where there are likely to need this service.
Car wash
Another possibility is a car washing business. This would involve buying equipment like sponges, buckets and so on to start cleaning cars at public places or in your area for people who don’t have time or the facilities to do it themselves.
Translator
Work as an interpreter or translator: There is always need for work in this field, and it’s easy enough to teach yourself on the internet if you don’t speak any foreign languages.
Freelance writing:
If you’re a writer, there are plenty of jobs available for freelancers to write articles and blog posts on just about anything! You can write on a topic you are passionate about.
All you need is a computer and an internet connection!
You can bid for jobs in fiverr and Upwork or you can also start your own blog with the intention of monetizing it at some point.
Do freelance design work:
If you are a great artist and love creating visuals, then start your own graphic design business!
This can be done from home or in an office space if you want the social aspect of being around other creative minds all day long.
You’ll need reliable internet for this one too, but with some training and certifications as a graphic designer, you can charge premium rates for your work.
You can offer your services on sites like Upwork or DesignCrowd for quick cash!
Build an online store
This seems obvious, but there are still many people out there who still don’t have a presence on the internet. If you’re one of those people, then it’s time to start building your online store and start selling your items online.