Gikomba Market: Inside Nairobi's Engine of the Mitumba Trade
Gikomba is Nairobi's largest market and the wholesale heart of Kenya's mitumba second-hand clothing trade. This guide traces its history, scale, the livelihoods it sustains, its recurring fires and the policy debates over second-hand imports.
Kongowea Market: East Africa's Largest Fresh Produce Hub on the Mombasa Coast
Kongowea Market in Mombasa is one of East Africa's largest wholesale and retail fresh produce markets, drawing traders from across the region. This article examines its supply chains, traders, economic role, challenges and significance to the coastal economy.
The Informal Food Sector in Kenya: Street Vendors, Mama Mbogas, and the Economy of Feeding the Nation
The informal food sector is the unsung engine of Kenya's food system, ensuring that millions of urban and rural consumers have access to affordable, culturally appropriate food through a vast network ...
Kenya's Informal Economy: The Jua Kali Sector That Powers 80% of Employment
Behind Kenya's official economic statistics lies a vast informal economy that employs over 80% of the workforce and touches virtually every aspect of daily life. From the Jua Kali artisans forging met...