Shakira Wafula, the woman who confronted a policeman during the anti-tax demonstrations, has affirmed that she is alive and well.
She addressed the rumors that she was shot and killed in a Tiktok video.
“That is not true because this is me, I am alive, I am well and I have never been shot,” she responded.
She asked Kenyans to report any social media accounts and postings claiming to be from her in order to assist her in putting an end to the false information.
“Don’t allow yourself to be hoodwinked by clout chasers and people who are trying to derail us from what is currently happening in our country,” Shakira added in her appeal for Kenyans to be cautious about the information they consume.
Following the release of a video showing her arguing with an officer during the Gen Z Finance Bill demonstrations, Shakira gained widespread recognition.
In videos circulated online, she was heard telling police officers, “I’m here for Kenyans, I’m here for my people, I’m here for your rights. Nitoe!! Nitoe baba! Sitoki!” she instructed the officer, who appeared frustrated.
Following a tense exchange between demonstrators and anti-riot police—who had fired tear gas canisters into the crowd—she was standing along Cardinal Otunga Road.
A water cannon had also started spraying the youth.
Principal Secretary for Ministry of Interior and National Administration Raymond Omollo. [Photo | Courtesy]
Thirteen additional producers and distillers of second-generation alcohol have been given authorization by the government to resume their businesses.
This raises the total number of second-generation brew producers and distillers permitted to operate in the nation to 15, according to the Ministry of Interior.
The government unveiled a 25-point enforcement plan on March 6, 2024, with the goal of suppressing the production, distribution, and use of illicit alcohol, narcotic drugs, and psychiatric substances throughout the nation.
Among the actions done was the immediate suspension of all licenses, permits, and authorizations related to the production and distillation of second-generation alcohol.
In order to guarantee that firms comply with security, safety, health, labor, environmental, and other criteria as specified in pertinent national laws, a second directive was issued, requiring that new vetting be completed within 21 days.
A multi-agency team scrutinized all 29 of the current producers and distillers of second-generation alcohol, and only two were determined to be completely compliant.
According to the Ministry, Kenya Nut Company Limited and UDV were given permission to carry on with their business after a nationwide screening process that took place between March 18 and March 21, 2024, determined that they had complied with all standards.
Thirteen additional alcohol makers and distillers were licensed after a thorough re-vetting process that included 22 of the 27 dealers who had not passed the initial test.
The ministry claims that five manufacturers and distillers were not part of the May re-vetting effort and failed to notify the vetting team of their compliance status within 21 days after receiving a notice.
Thirteen alcohol companies passed the stringent test during the re-vetting process, according to the ministry.
Among them were Corobus Africa Products Limited, Manchester Distillers Limited, FRM EA Packers Limited, Kenya Wine Agencies Limited, Savannah Brands Company Limited, and Patiala Distillers Kenya Limited.
The other companies were London Distiller Kenya Limited, Agro Chemical & Food Co. Limited, Elle Kenya Limited, Lyniber Supplies Limited, Zheng Hong(K) Limited, and Two Cousins Distillers Limited.
Bodies retrieved from a dumpsite in Kware, Nairobi county, on July 12, 2024 [Photo | Courtesy]
On Sunday, two more bodies were taken from the Kaware dumpsite in Nairobi’s Mukuru Kwa Njenga slum.
There was also chaos, with one person injured as police moved to disperse the throng that had gathered there.
A woman was the second victim, and she too sustained injuries.
Senator Edwin Sifuna of Nairobi and Azimio leader Raila Odinga visited the Kware dumpsite concurrently with protests by locals against the country’s claimed murders.
They pleaded with the residents to assist the police and allow the proceedings to proceed smoothly.
Even as the body retrieval process proceeded on Sunday, Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja pleaded with the residents of Mukuru Kwa Njenga to be calm.
Additionally, Sakaja requested that the police exercise restraint.
“Regrettably, we have witnessed instances of altercations between the residents and government officials, which have hampered rescue efforts after police lobbed tear gas into the crowd. We urge the DCI to avail all resources in investigating the circumstances behind these heinous deaths. Kenyans want answers and need to feel safe always,” he said.
Sakaja gave residents the reassurance that the county is dedicated to providing the requisite assistance to the families of the deceased and the Kware Ward residents.
Additionally, the county government verified that eight bodies and twelve body parts were received by the City Mortuary from Kware in the Mukuru slums.
Sakaja stated that although retrieval operations persisted, the bodies have been received.
Five further remains were recovered from the Kware dumpsite on Saturday.
Similar sacks were used to knot them all.
As they begged for time to uncover the truth, detectives from the Homicide Unit at DCI headquarters oversaw the exercise.
Authorities stated that they are looking into the fatalities and the body dump at the location, which was formerly a quarry and is currently being used as a dumpsite
As he reassembles the government, President William Ruto has asked the church to pray for him.
Ruto stated that in order to help lead the country in the right direction, he requires guidance while selecting prospective staff members during a church service at A.I.P.C.A Ndogino, Nyandarua County.
“Hii serikali iko hapa mbele muniombee ndio nipate wafanyikazi watakaonisaidia kutimiza ahadi tuliwekeana mimi na nyinyi,” he stated.
He declared his intention to change the country such that it is debt-free and does not require loans to advance.
In order to make sure that Kenya remains solid, stable, prosperous, and carries the dreams of Kenyans, he announced that he has created a working group to audit the debts.
All Cabinet Secretaries were fired by the President on Thursday, with the exception of Musalia Mudavadi, the Prime Cabinet Secretary.
According to Ruto, he would hold in-depth discussions with representatives of other political parties, the general public, and other Kenyans.
Pursuant to the Head of State, this is being done in order to establish a broad base government that will help him expedite the urgent, vital, and irreversible implementation of the state’s program.
This entails reducing the debt load, increasing domestic resources, creating more job possibilities, getting rid of waste and needless duplication among the many government departments, and putting a stop to corruption.
Ruto stated that as a result, the government will become lean, affordable, effective, and efficient.
“During this process, the operations of government will continue uninterrupted under the guidance of Principal Secretaries and other relevant officials,” he stated.
President Ruto appointed eight members to the Presidential Taskforce on Forensic Audit of Public Debt on July 5.
“I William Samoei Ruto, President of the Republic of Kenya and Commander-in-Chief of the Defence Forces, in exercise of the powers conferred on me by the Constitution and the Statute Laws of the Republic of Kenya, do hereby order and direct that a Presidential Taskforce on Forensic Audit of Public Debt is hereby established,” said the president.
As of July 5, 2024, the task force will have a three-month term.
Hello followers, Welcome to another day of our CEREALS BUSINESS TRAINING.
After setting up your shop, the next step is to source for a good supplier.
A supplier can be anyone who can provide you with your basic cereal needs.
There are many suppliers in Kenya and it is possible to buy from multiple ones at once without them competing over you.
Some of the questions that will help you decide on a supplier are;
How much does their cereal cost?
What is their payment option?
Do they provide discounts for bulk buying? This is the best option if you want to save some money.
What kind of transportation do they provide? You will need to know how far your supplier is from your shop in order to determine this.
Other qualities of a good supplier include:
Honest
They respond to your requests quickly.
Brings your products consistently.
Good packaging that doesn’t damage the cereal inside.
Easy to communicate with
Keep in mind that you can either buy the cereals directly from the farmers or a wholesaler such as the Kenya cereals board. You can also import your cereals if you get a good supplier from outside the country.
LEGUMES RETAIL AND WHOLESALE PRICES
1. Dengu Ordinary, Green Grams (India Green Mung)
Dengu Ordinary, Green Grams (India Green Mung) is readily available locally. However the ordinary dengu is the least popular variety, the reason being the small grain makes sorting of the product a challenge, secondly the grain does not mature evenly resulting in a lot of wastage at household consumption level.
The commodity has become increasing unpopular with customers.
Retail Ksh130($1.30)/kg; Wholesale Price Ksh120($1.20)/kg; 90Kg Bag Ksh10,800($108.00).
The Kenya Ministry of Agriculture reports the wholesale price/90kg bag at Nyandarua Ksh10,998($110), Kajiado Ksh12,000($120), Kitale, Ksh13,500($135), Isiolo, Ksh6,000($60), Nakuru Ksh9,000($90), Siaya Ksh10,800($108).
RATIN reports wholesale price/kg in Uganda at Masindi, Ksh109($1.09)/kg, Lira, Ksh55($0.55)/kg, Gulu Ksh68($0.68)/kg.
2. Dengu Polish/Nylon green-grams (India – Mung)
Dengu Polish/Nylon green-grams (India – Mung), varies from the ordinary because of their polished look, hence the name Polish or Nylon.
Retail Ksh130($1.30)/kg; Wholesale Price Ksh120($1.20)/kg; 90Kg Bag Ksh10,800($108.00).
The Kenya Ministry of Agriculture reports the wholesale price/90kg bag at Nyandarua Ksh10,998($110), Tharaka Nithi Ksh8,496($85), Kajiado Ksh12,000($120), Kitale, Ksh13,500($135), Isiolo, Ksh6,000($60), Nakuru Ksh9,000($90), Eldoret Ksh13,500($135), Siaya Ksh10,800($108), Vihiga Ksh10,800($108).
Green grams (Kenya Dengu, Makueni/Uncle variety), Uganda (Cotton variety) (India – Mung), bigger grains than ordinary and nylon, the variety with a more dusty look, it is tastier and cooks evenly.
It is the preferred variety for household consumption and is grown Makueni, Kitui, and Matuu Kenya.
Retail Ksh160($1.60)/kg; Wholesale Price Ksh150($1.50)/kg; 90Kg Bag Ksh13,500($135.00).
The Kenya Ministry of Agriculture reports the wholesale price/90kg bag Kirinyaga Ksh10,998($110), Nakuru Ksh9,504($95.04), Nyeri Ksh9,000($90).
Dolichos (Njahi, Mbumbu) is popular for it’s high protein nutritional value. Excellent meal for nursing mothers as it is traditional known to aid in breast milk production.
Retail Ksh130($1.30); Wholesale Price Ksh120($1.20); 90Kg Bag Ksh10,800($108.00).
The Kenya Ministry of Agriculture report price/90kg bag, Bag at Nyandaru Ksh6,804($68.04), Nyeri Ksh6,498($64.98), Nakuru Ksh6,804($68.04), West Pokot Ksh6,750($67.50).
Dengu Special, brown grain popular due to its filling and does not cause heartburn or digestive gas in comparison with the ordinary green-gram.
Retail Ksh120($1.20)/kg; Wholesale Price Ksh110($1.10)/kg; 100Kg Bag Ksh11,000($110.00).
The Kenya Ministry of Agriculture reports the wholesale price/90kg bag at Nakuru Ksh5,400($54.00), West Poko Ksh10,800($108).
6. Lentils (Kamande)
Lentils (Kamande) is imported into Kenya from India, and is currently selling at Retail Ksh260($2.60)/kg; Wholesale Price Ksh250($2.50); 50Kg Bag Ksh12,500($125.00).
The Canada imported lentils are currently selling for Retail Ksh280($2.80)/kg; Wholesale Price Ksh250($2.50); 50kg Bag Ksh12,500($125.00).
7. Moong Dall
Moong Dall, is split green gram, grown locally in Makueni and Matuu, Kenya. The dall is a favourite among the Indians, Somalis, and Arabs.
The product is currently selling at Retail Ksh180($1.80)/kg, Wholeslae Price of Ksh170($1.70)/kg; Ksh8,500($85)/50kg Bag.
8. Chania
Chania, is split chick, and is a favourite among the Indians, Somalis, and Arabs.
The product is currently selling at Retail Ksh180($1.80)/kg, Wholesale Price of Ksh170($1.70)/kg; Ksh8,500($85.00)/50kg Bag.
PEAS RETAIL AND WHOLESALE PRICES
1. White Cow Peas/ cowpeas/ Black Eyed peas (Kunde)
White Cow Peas/ cowpeas/ Black Eyed peas (Kunde), popular meal when served with rice or ugali.
Retail Ksh120($1.20)/kg; Wholesale Price Ksh110($1.10)/kg; 90Kg Bag Ksh9,900($99.00)
Pigeon Peas (Mbaazi, Baazi). A popular alternative to beans, especially when fresh is a cheaper alternative to green peas.
Retail Ksh110($0.90)/kg; Wholesale Price Ksh100($1.00)/kg; 90Kg Bag Ksh9,000($90.00).
Kenya Ministry of Agriculture reports wholesale prices per 90kg bag, at Nakuru, Ksh8,001($80), Nyandarua Ksh7,497($74.97), Nyeri Ksh8,001($80).
RATIN reports wholesale prices/kg at Kenya, Nairobi, Ksh80($0.80), Meru, Ksh46($0.46), South Sudan, Juba, Ksh127($1.27). Uganda, Masindi, Ksh77($0.77), Gulu, Ksh72($0.72).
5. Dry Green Peas (Mijii).
Dry Green Peas (Mijii). Dried green peas are a popular meal especially during festive seasons and are a popular alternative to the more expensive fresh beans.
Domestic consumption includes Mokimo (Mashed Potatoes and Peas), and vegetable stews.
Retail Kshs.120($1.20)/kg; Wholesale Price Ksh110($1.10)/kg; 90Kg Bag Ksh9,900($99.00).
Kenya Ministry of Agriculture reports wholesale prices per 50kg bag, at Nairobi, Ksh4,845($48), Mombasa Ksh6,000($60), Kisumu Ksh2,700($27), Nakuru Ksh4,500($45), Eldoret Ksh6,120($61), Kajiado Ksh5,500($55), Malindi Ksh6,000($60).
RATIN reports wholesale prices/kg at Kenya; Meru Ksh56($0.56)/kg, Tanzania; Arusha Ksh109($1.09)/kg, Burundi, Ngozi Ksh135($1.35)/kg, Gitega, Ksh135($1.35), South Sudan; Juba Ksh127($1.27). Uganda; Masindi Ksh82($0.82), Gulu Ksh82($0.82).
MAIZE/CORN RETAIL AND WHOLESALE PRICES
1. Dry Maize
Dry Maize, (Tanzania – Mahindi) is Kenya’s staple food. Retail Ksh70($0.70)/kg; Wholesale Price Ksh65($0.65)/kg; 90Kg Bag Ksh5,850($58.50).
The Government of Kenya Ministry of Agriculture reported market wholesale price/90kg bag at Baringo Ksh6,003($50.62), Embu Ksh7,002($59.04), Kwale- Samburu Ksh15,750($132.80),
Muthokoi (De-husk) Maize, is a popular alternative to regular dried maize. Often cooked with beans, or other legumes.
Retail Ksh100($1.00)/kg, Wholesale Price Ksh96($0.96)/kg, 90Kg Bag Ksh8,640($86.40);
3. Yellow Maize
Yellow Maize. Not very popular for Kenyan domestic consumption.
Retail Ksh70($0.59)/kg, Wholesale Price Ksh65($0.55)/kg, 90Kg Bag Ksh5,850($49.27).
The Government of Kenya Ministry of Agriculture reported market wholesale price/90kg bag at Kisumu Ksh5,598 ($47.15), Kisii Ksh5,40($45.48), Migori Ksh4,680 ($39.42), NairobiKsh9,000 ($75.80).
FEWSNET June 2022 reports US, Gulf of Mexico Ksh41.55 ($$0.35), South Africa, Randfontein (SAFEX) Ksh36.81 ($0.31)
4. Popcorn
Popcorn, while very popular in Kenya, and is imported mostly from South Africa. Retail Ksh210($1.77)/kg; Wholesale Price Ksh200($1.68); 25Kg Bag Ksh5,000($42.00).
The Government of Kenya Ministry of Agriculture reported market wholesale price/90kg bag at Nairobi Ksh 14,400 ($121.29)/90kg bag.
MILLED FLOUR RETAIL AND WHOLESALE PRICES
There is an increasingly demand for African Traditional Foods as the preferred choice of healthy eating.
Many household are opting to return to traditional breakfast meals (uji) and replacing maize with various other alternative as indicated below.
1. White Maize Meal (Ugali) flour
White Maize Meal (Ugali) flour is mostly used for making ugali (cornbread), and comes in two types of grades. Grade 1 (Sifted) in which the husks are first removed then the maize is milled. Grade 2 the maize is milled whole. This means that Grade 2 maize meal is high in fiber, and is the preferred healthy option.
Retail Ksh64($0.64)/kg; Wholesale Ksh62($0.62)/kg; 90Kg Bag Ksh5,580($55.80); Unsifted (Grade 2/ Whole Milled Maize), is a popular healthy option for making ugali, is selling at Retail Ksh64($0.64)/kg; Wholesale Ksh62($0.62)/kg; 90Kg Bag Ksh5,580($55.80).
Extra Fine White Maize Meal Flour, Baridii (Kisra), Kaunga (Uganda, Rwanda) is used to make Uji (porridge) and Kisra (chapatti, pancake) by Sudanese.
Baridii flour cannot be used to make Ugali, because it will not cake.
Baridii is selling at Retail Ksh95($0.95)/kg, Wholesale Ksh90($0.90)/kg; 80Kg Bag Ksh7,200($72.00)
3. Rice Flour
Rice Flour is a gluten free porridge option for weaning babies. Rice flour is also used to make Tanzania Vibibi a gluten free rice and coconut pancake, Vitumbua – rice flour doughnuts, as well as Mahamri or Mandazi.
Rice Flour is selling at Retail ksh160/kg, Wholesale Ksh150/kg; and Ksh13,500/90 kg bag.
4. Pure Wimbi (Millet, Ulezi TZ) Flour
Pure Wimbi (Millet, Ulezi TZ) Flour is ground millet grain. Mostly used for breakfast porridge and highly recommended as a maize substitute for ugali for diabetic customers.
Retail Ksh135($1.35)/kg; *Wholesale Ksh125($1.25)/kg; 90Kg Bag Ksh11,250($112.50);
5. Wheat Flour (Unsifted Grade 2), (Ngano/Attah/ Brown Chapati flour)
Wheat Flour (Unsifted Grade 2), (Ngano/Attah/ Brown Chapati flour) is high fiber wheat flour. It is popular for chapatti and ugali especially with West Africans and people from North Rift Valley.
Retail Ksh70($0.70)/kg; Wholesale Ksh65($0.65)/kg; 90Kg Bag Ksh5,850($58.50). Wheat Flour (Sifted Grade 1) sifted, Retail Ksh70($0.70)/kg; Wholesale Ksh65($0.65)/kg; 90Kg Bag Ksh5,850($58.50).
6. Muhogo (Cassava) Flour
Muhogo (Cassava) Flour is ground cassava very popular with Congo, Rwanda, and Zaire nationalities currently residing in Kenya.
Retail Ksh80($0.80)/kg; *Wholesale Ksh75($0.75)/kg; 90Kg Bag Ksh6,750($67.50);
Wimbi Mix (Millet, Sorghum, Cassava) flour, is mostly popular with primary and secondary schools as it provides a healthier and cheaper breakfast meal.
Retail Ksh54($0.54)/kg *Wholesale Ksh50($0.50)/kg; 90Kg Bag Ksh4,500($45.00)
9. Sour (Lemon, Millet, Sorghum, Cassava) flour
Sour (Lemon, Millet, Sorghum, Cassava) flour mixed with acetic acid for a sour taste, is mostly popular with primary and secondary schools as it provides a healthier and cheaper porridge
Other names include fermented flour, unga imechacha, Kuchacha, kuganda etc.
Retail Ksh64($0.64)/kg; *Wholesale Ksh60($0.60)/kg; 90Kg Bag Ksh5,400($54.00);
10. Mawele (Pearl Millet), Uwele TZ), Pearl Millet flour
Mawele (Pearl Millet), Uwele TZ), Pearl Millet, flour a light green flour also used for making porridge, and popularly used as a fermentation agent in making porride (uji). *Other names include fermented flour, unga yakuchacha or yakugandica etc.
Retail Ksh120($1.20)/kg; Wholesale Ksh110($1.10)/kg; 90Kg Bag Ksh8,100($81.00)
11. Omena (Sardine fish milled with Red Sorghum Grain) flour
Omena (Sardine fish milled with Red Sorghum Grain) flour, Unga Wasamaki (Swahili) is mostly popular in porridge especially as a rich source of calcium for children, and an excellent traditional Africa way of ensuring small children sufficient Omega 3 intake.
Retail Ksh110($1.10)/kg; Wholesale Ksh100($1.00)/kg; 90Kg Bag Ksh9,000($90.00)
12. Njugu Mtama (Groundnut Milled with Sorghum) flour
Njugu Mtama (Groundnut Milled with Sorghum) flour, is used for making porridge for children, and is rich in Magnesium. Sorghum is rich in unsaturated fats, protein, fiber, and minerals like phosphorus, potassium, calcium, and iron.
Selling prices are Retail Ksh110($1.00)/kg and Wholesale Ksh100($1.00)/kg; 90Kg bag Ksh9,000($90.00).
13. Soya flour
Soya flour comes highly recommended especially for porridge. Soya is very high in protein, and it’s recommended when used in making uji, that it porridge be cooked for an additional 20mins, due to the high protein content in soya.
Retail Ksh140($1.40)/kg; *Wholesale Ksh130($1.30)/kg; 90Kg Bag Ksh11,700($117.00)
14. Terere (Amaranth) flour
Terere (Amaranth) flour comes highly recommended especially for porridge.
Retail Ksh180($1.80)/kg; *Wholesale Ksh170($1.70)/kg; 90Kg Bag Ksh15,300($153.00)
15. Mabuyu (Baobab) Fruit Powder or Flour
Mabuyu (Baobab) Fruit Powder or Flour. Mabuyu flour in addition to being used in making one of the most popular snack/treat in Nairobi and Mombasa, the flour can also be used in as an additional ingredient in porridge.
The selling prices are Retail Ksh190($1.90)/kg; Wholesale Ksh180($1.80)/kg; 50kg bag, Ksh9,000($90.00).
16. Thafai, Thabai, (Stinging Nettle) flour
Thafai, Thabai, (Stinging Nettle) flour, comes highly recommended as an alternative to tea leaves. Nutritional benefits include reduced allergies, antioxidants, anti flammatory, anti-microbial, and anti cancer cell activities.
Domestic consumption in addition to tea includes Mokimo (mashed potatoes and maize meal).
Retail Ksh560($5.60)/kg; *Wholesale Ksh500($5.00)/kg; 25Kg Bag Ksh12,600($126.00)
17. Nigerian Garri / Gari
Nigerian Garri / Gari, made from freshly selected cassava tubers. Cassava tubers are uprooted and peeled, washed and grated to produce a mash., then mash placed in porous bags , allowed to ferment then sieved (or sifted) and roasted by heating in a bowl. The resulting dry granular is pounded or grounded to make fine flour.
Njugu Red Kubwa (Red Groundnuts), the red nuts are a tasty and popular household snack and breakfast item. The groundnuts sold in the Nairobi market are imported from Malawi.
Retail Ksh220($2.20)/kg; *Wholesale Ksh210($2.10)/kg; 100Kg Bag Ksh21,000($210.00).
The Kenya Ministry of Agriculture reports wholesale price/110kg bag at Nairobi 12,600($126), Mombasa Ksh14,100($141.00), Kisii Ksh10,400($104), Nakuru Ksh16,720($167.20), Eldoret Ksh9,900($99), Kakamega Ksh10,000($100), Kitale Ksh15,400($154), Siaya Ksh17,721($177.21), Kajiado Ksh11,000($110), West Pokot Ksh13,200($132), Embu, Ksh12,433($124), Busia Ksh16,388($163).
Farmgain reports wholesale prices/kg at Owino Ksh144($1.44), Nakawa Ksh144($1.44).
2. White Kubwa (White Big Groundnuts)
White Kubwa (White Big Groundnuts), the white nuts are favored over the red, due to their lower fat content. Nuts are a popular household snack and breakfast item.
Retail Ksh220($2.20)/kg; *Wholesale Ksh210($2.10)/kg; 100Kg Bag Ksh21,000($210.00).
Farmgain reports wholesale prices/kg at Kalerwe, Ksh150($1.50), Lira Ksh120($1.20).
3. White Medium (White Medium Groundnuts)
White Medium (White Medium Groundnuts), the white nuts are favored over the red, due to their lower fat content. The medium sized nuts are a favorite with snack vendors due to the ability to pack more in smaller sized packs.
Retail Ksh220($2.20)/kg; *Wholesale Kshs210($2.10)/kg; 100Kg Bag Kshs21,000($210.00).
Njugu Mawe (Swahili), Tsimbade (Luyha), Monkey Nut, Bambara Nut, Okpa (Igbo), Epa-Roro (Yoruba). While a nut, it is regarded as not to be a nut but a legume, and is rich in protein.
Njugu Mawe is a traditional healthy food, that is highly nutritious often cooked with maize (both fresh, dry, or dehusked maize). Health benefits include reducation of anaemia, as it boost the blood cell production.
The prices are Retail Ksh160($1.60)/kg, Wholesale Ksh150($1.50)/kg, or Ksh15,000(150)/100kgs bag.
The Kenya Ministry of Agriculture reports wholesale price/kg at Siaya Ksh167($1.67).
GRAINS RETAIL AND WHOLESALE PRICES
For those customers who prefer to mill various combination of grain for their milled breakfast meals (Uji).
1. Wimbi (Finger Millet, Ulezi TZ) grain
Wimbi (Finger Millet, Ulezi TZ) grain is currently selling at Retail price of Ksh140($1.18)/kg; Wholesale Price Ksh130($1.09)/kg; 90Kg Bag Ksh11,700($98.36).
Government of Kenya Ministry of Agriculture reports 90kgs bag prices of Nairobi. Ksh9,900($83.23), Bomet Ksh7,803($65.60), Mombasa Ksh 6,750($56.75), Kisumu Ksh7,600($63.89), Nakuru Ksh5,400($45.40), Embu Ksh9,000($75.66), Eldoret Ksh7,600($63.89), Elgeyo Marakwet Ksh6,804(57.20), Kakamega Ksh12,600($105.93), Kitale Ksh4,500($37.83), Kitengela Ksh8,100 ($68.10), Malindi Ksh8,100($68.10), Siaya Ksh11,043($92.84), Vihiga Ksh9,504($79.90).
Pearl, Bulrush Millet (Mawele, Uwele TZ), grain is currently selling at Retail Ksh100 ($0.84)/kg Wholesale Price Ksh90($0.76)/kg; 90Kg Bag Ksh8,100($68.10).
Government of Kenya Ministry of Agriculture reports 90kg bags at Embu, Ksh5,850($49.18), Meru Ksh4,950($41.61), Tharaka Nithi Ksh4,104($34.50).
Wheat (Ngano – Swahili, Qamadi – Somali) grains. There is an increasing demand from the Somali community and Rift Valley, who actually cook wheat as a high fiber rice alternative.
Tanzania reports wholesale prices/kg, Dar Ksh65($0.55), Iringa Ksh65($0.55), Arusha Ksh37($0.31),
FEWSNET reports the following price per kilogram Sudan, Nyala Ksh128($1.08), Kadugli KshKsh101($0.85), El Obeid Ksh102($0.86), El Fasher Ksh128($1.08), Port Sudan Ksh110($0.92).
6. Cassava Chips / Muhogo Chips
Cassava Chips / Muhogo Chips. There is an increasing demand for dried cassava chips as more people are opting to mill their own blended selection of porridge and ugali flours.
Cassava Chips are currently selling at Retail Ksh80 ($0.67)/kg Wholesale Price Ksh70($0.59)/kg; 90Kg Bag Ksh6,750($56.75).
Fermented Cassava Chips / Muhogo Chips. Fermenting cassava chips is an healthy old African tradition for a tangy sour taste instead of using commercially manufactured critic acid. The fermented cassava chips are milled with sorghum and millet for porridge flour.
Fermented Cassava Chips are currently selling at Retail Ksh90 ($0.76)/kg Wholesale Price Ksh80($0.67)/kg; 90Kg Bag Ksh7,200($60.53).
8. Mabuyu (Baobab) Seeds
Mabuyu (Baobab) Seeds are used making one of the most popular street snack/treat in Nairobi and Mombasa. The seeds are soaked in sugary colored water, with an additional coating of Mabuyu flour, then left to dry. Chilly powder can be added for spicy Mabuyu.
The selling prices are Retail Ksh70($0.59)/kg; Wholesale Ksh65($0.55)/kg; 50kg bag, Ksh3,250($27.32)
BEANS RETAIL AND WHOLESALE PRICES
In Kenya beans are not just BEANS! Consumers know their bean variety and preference.
1. Yellow Beans
Yellow Beans (A greenish bean) alias Kathika (Kenya), Soya Njano (Tanzania). Yellow Beans is commonly found in Africa countries, the bean is tasty and does not give gas.
While greatly lacking in color when cooked the bean is an increasing great meat supplement in domestic household consumption. Yellow Beans fetches the highest prices.
Retail Ksh140($1.18)/kg; Wholesale Price Ksh135($1.13), 90Kg Bag Ksh12,150($102.10).
Kenya Ministry of Agriculture reports 90kgs bag prices of Kirinyaga Ksh8,100($68.07), Tharaka Nithi Ksh7,002($58.84), Elgeyo Marakwet, Ksh6,003($50.45), Kajiado Ksh9,000($75.63), Kisumu, Ksh11,997($100.82), Migori Ksh10,080($84.71), Vihiga Ksh10,800($108), Nakuru Ksh6,300($63), Nyandarua Ksh7,803($78), Nyeri Ksh8,496($84.96), Siaya Ksh10,800($90.76), Uasin Gishu Ksh7,920($66.55), Trans Nzoia Ksh12,600($105.88), Eldoret Ksh12,600($105.88), West Pokot Ksh7,497($63.00) .
Uganda prices per Kg are; Masindi, Ksh75($0.63), Lira Ksh75($0.63), Kampala Ksh81($0.68), Gulu Ksh75($0.63), Kabale Ksh58($0.49).
Tanzania prices per Kg are; Dar, Ksh99($0.83), Iringa Ksh82($0.69), Arusha Ksh77($0.65), Mbeya Ksh77($0.65), Songea Ksh86($0.72).
Rwanda prices per Kg are; Ruhengeri, Ksh78($0.66), Kamembe Ksh80($0.67), Mulindi Ksh84($0.71), Rubavu Ksh72($0.61)
Burundi prices per Kg are; Gitega, Ksh92($0.77)
South Sudan prices per Kg are; Juba, Ksh222($1.87).
2. Mwitemani
Mwitemani, Sura Baya (Kenya), Lukupa (Zambia), Iris (Zimbabwe), Pinto (USA), Romano (Turkey), is a cream bean with black strips that is very popular for Githeri (cooked mixture of maize and beans).
The bean is very popular especially in Western Kenya as it is very tasty and is very popular with individuals with sensitive stomachs.
Other prices/kg include Ethiopia, Addis, Ksh51($0.43).
3. Nyayo Beans
Nyayo Beans (Long Red Speckled) alias Nambale, NABE 19, NABE 4, K132 (Uganda), Maluwa (Malawi), Kabanima (Tanzania), Lyambai (Zambia), Royal Bacara (Zimbabwe).
Nyayo beans is an all season bean and is the most popular bean variety in restaurants, and small size food vendors. Nyayo bean is highly favored due to it rich red color when cooked with maize, along with it’s rich red stew.
The Nyayo beans are mostly imported from Uganda and Tanzania.
Nyayo Beans Retail Ksh120($1.01)/kg; Wholesale Price Ksh115($0.97)/kg; 90Kg Bag Ksh10,350($86.97)
Kenya Ministry of Agriculture reports a wholesale price/90kg bag at Kisumu, Ksh9,000($75.44), Migori Ksh7,200($60.35), Nakuru Ksh7,200 ($60.35), Kirinyaga Ksh6,804($57.03), Tharaka Nithi Ksh7,000($58.68), Nyandarua Ksh7,497($62.84), Siaya Ksh8,397($70.39), Uasin Gishu Ksh6,750($56.58), Trans Nzoia Ksh8,100($67.90), Vihiga Ksh8,280($69.40), West Pokot Ksh6,498($54.47).
Wholesale prices/kg South Sudan Juba, Ksh216.2($1.81), Burundi, Ngozi Ksh65($0.54), DRC, Kolwezi, Ksh117($0.98). Rwanda, Kimironko, Ksh68($0.57), Tanzania, Dar Ksh78($0.65), Mbeya, Ksh52($0.44).
4. Saitoti Beans
Saitoti Beans (medium, red mottled) alias NABE-17 (Uganda), Lyambai (Zambia), Napilira (Malawi) Bilfa Uyole (Tanzania); Very popular with hotels and restaurants, and a favorite in household consumption.
Saitoti bean shares similar features with Nyayo beans however it is characterized by being shorter Nyayo bean.
Saitoti Beans Retail Ksh125($1.05)/kg; Wholesale Price Ksh117($0.98)/kg; 90Kg Bag Ksh10,500($88.24);
5. Rosecoco Beans
Rosecoco Beans (Pink or Brown Red Speckled /Cranberry Beans) alias Kayewa (Uganda) Kabulanketi (Tanzania); Popular in restaurant and household consumption, as it does not give gas.
The bean has similar features to Saitoti, but is pinkish in color.
Rosecoco Beans Retail Ksh140($1.18)/kg; Wholesale Price Ksh135($1.13)/kg; 90Kg Bag Ksh12,150($102.1)
Kenya Ministry of Agriculture reports a 90kg Bag at Kirinyaga ksh6,804($57.03), Nakuru Ksh6,300($52.81), Nyandarua Ksh7,497(62.69), Nyeri Ksh6,696($56.13), Tharaka Nithi Ksh7,002($58.69), Mombasa, Ksh7,800($65.38), Elgeyo Marakwete, Ksh6,000($50.29), Migori,
Farmgain reports price per Kg, Uganda; Owino, Kisenyi, Masaka Ksh72($0.60), and Mubende, Ksh45($0.38)/kg, Nakawa, and Kabale Ksh75($0.63).
6. Wairimu Bean
Wairimu Bean (Long Red beans); alias Uyole 96 (Tanzania), Red Wollayta (Ethiopia), Red Haricot, Famous of its rich red color in Githeri (cooked mixture of maize and beans) and Madondo (beans stew).
The Wairimu beans are mostly imported from Uganda and Tanzania. There are two Wairimu beans variety the shinny polished variety popularly know as Wairimu (ordinary) variety is currently selling at Retail Ksh115($0.97)/kg; Wholesale Price Ksh110($0.92)/kg; 90Kg Bag Ksh9,900($83.19).
Wairimu Royal is currently selling at Retail Ksh120($1.01)/kg; Wholesale Price Ksh115($0.97)/kg; 90Kg Bag Ksh10,350($86.97).
Wholesale prices/kg at South Sudan, Juba Ksh190($1.59)/kg, DRC, Kolwezi, Ksh117($0.98), Rwanda, Rubavu, Ksh70($0.59), Burundi, Gitega, Ksh54($0.45)/kg, Uganda, Lira and Kasese, Ksh76($0.64)/kg, Tanzania, Iringa, Ksh73($0.61).
Kenya Ministry of Agriculture reports wholesale price/kg, Kirinyaga Ksh77.80($0.65), Kajiado, Ksh100($0.84)0)/kg, Migori, Ksh92($0.77), Nakuru, Ksh60($0.50), Nyandarua Ksh65($0.54), Tharaka Nithi Ksh67 ($0.56), Siaya Ksh111($0.93), Vihiga Ksh7,200($60.35), West Pokot Ksh64($0.54).
Kikara/Kakunzu, Sugar Bean – (Kenya), Kholophethe, Nyati Red (Malawi), Golden Starlite (Zimbabwe), Masavu/NABE11 (Uganda) is a white/cream maroon stripped bean often mistaken for Mwitemani.
Sugar beans are imported from Uganda into the Kenyan market.
Mwezi-Moja; alias Kabulangeti (Zambia) is a purple bean, and as the names (one month in swahili) indicates the bean matures very quickly.
Mwezi-Moja is popular for fresh maize Githeri (cooked mixture of maize and beans) and Madondo (beans stew) as it takes a shorter time to cook in comparison to other beans.
The Kenya Ministry of Agriculture reports price/90kg Bag at, Kirinyaga Ksh6,903($57.86), Tharaka Nithi Ksh6,003($50.32), Nakuru Ksh6,300($52.81), Eldoret Ksh9,000($75.44), Siaya Ksh8,901($74.61), Taveta, Ksh7,000($58.68), Kitui, Ksh8,100($67.90)/kg.
9. White Butter Beans
White Butter Beans popularly known as Noe White in Kenya. Butter beans are grown in Kenya in Nanyuki, and some parts of Kitui.
Butter beans are not grown much because they are crawling beans that decrease other crop yield when intercropped.
Butter Beans varieties are white, brown, purple or black bean, that is popular for bean stew, it takes a shorter time to cook in comparison to other beans.
Black Butter Beans popularly know as Noe Black in Kenya. Butter beans are grown in Kenya in Nanyuki, and some parts of Kitui. Butter beans are not grown much because they are crawling beans that decrease other crop yield when inter-cropped.
Black Noe is increasing becoming very popular because it is tasty and lacks of an after taste in comparison to the white noe.
Red Speckled Butter Beans popularly know as Speckled Noe Black in Kenya. The speckles on this variety of butter beans gives it a beautiful and interesting pattern, which is maintained even after the bean is fully cooked.
Njugu Mawe (Swahili), Tsimbade (Luyha), Monkey Nut, Bambara Nut, Okpa (Igbo), Epa-Roro (Yoruba). While a nut, it is regarded as not to be a nut but a legume, and is rich in protein.
Njugu Mawe is a traditional healthy food, that is highly nutritious often cooked with maize (both fresh, dry, or dehusked maize).
Health benefits include reducation of anaemia, as it boost the blood cell production.
The prices are Retail Ksh160($1.34)/kg, Wholesale Ksh150($1.26)/kg, or Ksh15,000(126.05)/100kgs bag.
13. Gachuma/Kachuma Bean
Gachuma/Kachuma Bean (Kenya), alias; Naser (Ethiopia); Very similar to Kituru/Gituru bean but is small round deep red kidney bean its small size and polished look sets it apart. This bean is season and may not be available all the time like the Nyayo bean.
Katiligi (Kenya), NABE9C/NABE12C (Uganda) White or light speckled kidney bean. The speckles are purple in color. The bean is highly seasonal and rear in Kenya, but a popular with those who have tried it, as its rather delicious and is not gassy.
Gituru alias; Kituru or Canadian Wonder Bean (Kenya), Urafiki (Tanzania); Sapatsika (Malawi) Deep Red, Shiny long kidney bean, often mistaken for Wairimu Royal; however it’s distinct tastes, long size and polished look sets it apart.
White Breakfast Beans. You don’t have to settle for the canned stuff especially if you are concerned about preservatives. White beans you can be bought at a low prices, boil and store in your freezer for affordable and economic delicious breakfast.
Kenya enjoys a selection of both local and imported rice. The locally produced rice is grown in Mwea, Kenya. A big percentage of rice is imported mainly from Pakistan and India. The Tanzania Pishori rice is also imported into the country.
1. Kenya Pishori
Kenya Pishori; An aromatic and most popular local rice variety especially for household consumption amongst the middle class, and therefore prawn to numerous market tricks especially, mixing the rice with cheaper variety in order to earn brokers a quick buck.
Kenya Pishori Rice Retail price of Khs220($2.20)/kg; Wholesale Price Ksh210($2.10)/kg; Ksh10,500($105.00)/50kg Bag.
The Kenya Ministry of Agriculture reports 50kg bags prices of Kirinyaga Ksh6,000($60), Mandera ksh6,000($60), Migori Ksh5,200($52), Nakuru Ksh5,000($50), Nyandaru Ksh4,900($49), Siaya Ksh7,500($75), Tharaka Nithi Ksh5,000($50), Uasin Gishu Ksh4,200($42), West Pokot Ksh5,000($50).
2. TZ Pishori
Tanzania Kilombero rice; A very aromatic rice, mostly popular for it’s strong aroma. Pre-cooking sorting is a challenge because of tiny white stones which makes it difficult to separate the broken rice.
The rice also requires a lot of attention in cooking, as it tends to cake. It should be cooked in low heat at 1.5 part water instead of 2 part water ratio to rice as in the other variety.
Retail price of Ksh160($1.60)/kg; Wholesale Price Ksh150($1.50)/kg; Ksh7,500($75.00)/50kg Bag.
TANZANIA reports the following wholesale prices/kg for Rice Arusha Ksh102 ($0.86), Dodoma Ksh109($0.92), Kagera Ksh92($0.77), Iringa Ksh87($0.73), Lindi Ksh96($0.81), Manyara Ksh112($0.94), Morogoro Ksh112($0.94), Mtwara Ksh102($0.86), Mwanza Ksh89($0.75), Tobora Ksh96($0.81).
3. Biryani
A non-aromatic and imported popular rice variety especially for the budget conscious households. When cooked the rice separates easily, another reason for it’s popularity.
Being a popular rice it has also become prone to being mixed with other cheaper variety.
Biryani retails at Ksh140($1.40)/kg; Wholesale Price Ksh130($1.30)/kg, Ksh3,250 ($32.50)/25kg Bag.
Sidano Rice is very similar to Biryani rice, however it a much slender / thin grain.
Sidano retails at Ksh104($1.04)/kg; Wholesale Price Ksh100($1.00)/kg; Ksh2,500($25)/25kg Bag.
The Kenya Ministry of Agriculture reports 50kg bags prices Mandera Ksh6,000($60), Nakuru Ksh5,500($57), Siaya ksh6,665($66.65), Vihiga ksh5,500($55).
Super Sidano is a very slim long grain rice imported from Pakistan and India. The rice is Grade 1, and extremely popular for making pilau with clients who are not sure how much water to add to the pilau, because of its ability to not cake easily, how much water is used to boil it.
Its a very tasty non aromatic rice. Super Sidano grain is much more slender than the Sidano rice grain.
Super Sidano Retails at ksh160($1.60)/kg; Wholesale price Ksh155($1.55)/kg, Ksh3,875($38.75)/25kg bag.
Uganda, Kambale Ksh104($1.04), Lira, Ksh89($0.89)/kg, Masindi, Ksh86($0.86), Gulu Ksh86 ($0.86), Kampala Ksh80($0.80). Tanzanians have a preference for their local rice over imported.
5. Super Basmati Parboil
Super Basmati Parboil is imported rice Pakistan, its Grade 1 Long grain milled rice. It’s an extremely popular variety with the Somalia community in Nairobi.
It’s popularity is mostly due to it’s inability to cake no matter how much water is used to boil it, its a very tasty non aromatic rice.
Super Basmati Parboil Retails at ksh165($1.65)/kg; Wholesale price Ksh160($1.60)/kg, Ksh4,000($40.00)/25kg bag.
6. 5 Star Basmati
5 Star Basmati; A non-aromatic and imported popular rice variety especially for the low income households, and schools. The rice is popular for it’s pocket friendly price, however the rice tends to easily cake.
5 Star Basmati, Retails at Ksh120($1.20)/kg; Wholesale Price Ksh110($1.10)/kg; Ksh2,750($27.50)/25kg Bag.
7. Thai Parboil
Thai Parboil; The rice is non-aromatic and imported from Thailand. The rice because of its increased grain size when cooked, is a favorite among low income households.
Mother’s also like it because its big grains gives a comfortable eat especially for small children thereby making it very filling in comparison to other rice varieties.
Par-boil retails at Ksh150($1.50)/kg; Wholesale Price Ksh140($1.40)/kg; Ksh3,500($35.00)/25kg Bag
8. Golden Basmati Parboil
Golden Basmati Parboil; The rice is non-aromatic and imported from India, Parkistan. The grain is slightly bigger than the Super Basmatic parboil. The parboil rice is normally boiled with the husks before it is milled.
Golden Basmati is a popular pilau rice.
Golden Basmati Parboil retails at Ksh150($1.50)/kg; Wholesale Price Ksh140($1.40)/kg; Ksh3,500($35.00)/25kg Bag
9. Hola Pishori Rice
Hola Pishori is an aromatic rice variety mostly found on the East Africa cost of Kenya and Tanzania. The rice is an all time favorite for Mombasa residents and Tanzanians living in Nairobi.
Hola Pishori retails at Ksh180($1.80)/kg; Wholesale Price Ksh170($1.70)/kg; Ksh8,500($85.00)/50kg Bag
Tanzania wholesale prices/kilogram, Arusha Ksh102 ($0.86), Dodoma Ksh109($0.92), Kagera Ksh92($0.77), Iringa Ksh87($0.73), Lindi Ksh96($0.81), Manyara Ksh112($0.94), Morogoro Ksh112($0.94), Mtwara Ksh102($0.86), Mwanza Ksh89($0.75), Tobora Ksh96($0.81).
10. Brown Rice
Brown Rice; Our brown rice is aromatic, it is the Kenya Pishori variety that is high in fiber and highly recommended for Diabetic individual or anyone desiring a high fiber rice.
Brown Rice retails at Ksh220($2.20)/kg; Wholesale Price Ksh210($2.10)/kg; Ksh8,500($85.00)/50kg Bag;
Decide on Your Pricing
It is a good idea to sell the cereals that you have at a price that is close to what your competitors are selling.
In order to determine this, check out their pricing information from their website or ask the supplier if they don’t have it available online.
To add more value to your brand, you can offer certain deals and discounts for specific cereals or buy more than one kilo at a discount.
You should also consider the price of transportation and include that into your pricing policy so that it is profitable for everybody.
When deciding on pricing, keep in mind such things as:
Purchase price: This is the cost of getting your cereal from a supplier. Your selling price should be higher.
Distance: The further away you are from a supplier, the more it will cost for transportation, so you might need to charge a little more.
Market value: Set a price that is comparable to what others are charging. You can directly ask your competitors how they charge for the different types of cereals to figure out what your price should be.
Quality: The better the quality of the cereals you sell, the more money people will pay for your product.
Season/Supply and Demand: If there are a lot of cereals in the market, people might not pay top-dollar for yours. So, you might have to reduce your prices and increase when the demand increases.
Hire Employees if Necessary
It is possible to start a cereals business in Kenya on your own but you might need some help if you are too busy or if the business is too big for one person.
You can hire employees for specific tasks such as transporting the cereals, packing, operating the cash register or making deliveries to customers.
For this, make sure that you share all the information about the business including your contact details with them.
Alternatively, you can hire people to work on short-term contracts during busy periods if you don’t want to spend too much money on hiring permanent workers.
In a nutshell, great employees should be:
Honest
Hard-working
Good communicators
Capable of working independently · Punctual
Good salespeople
Friendly with customers
Market Your Business
In order to have a successful business, you need to market your product and make people want to buy it.
You can find out what customers want by doing surveys or asking them directly. It is also a good idea if you know about the type of cereals that they like and how much money they are willing to spend on different types.
If you don’t get enough customers on your own, there are other things you can do such as:
Create an active Facebook page
Take attractive pics and post on Instagram
Advertise in the local newspaper, radio or TV
Create a website to attract organic customers. On your website, you can talk about cereal-related topics like the benefits of cereals and how to cook different types.
You can also attract more customers by:
Offering discounts from time to time
Offering attractive deals
Sharing more info on social media
Asking customers to share your products on their own social media accounts
Organize your own cooking competitions, seminars and talks about cereals
Create a mobile app that people can use to order your product
Give customers an incentive to shop with you more often, e.g. give loyalty cards that allow them to earn points for every purchase they make with you and redeem these later on for discounts on their next purchases.
Start Selling
Well done! You have successfully made it to this stage. Now, you can do the fun part which is selling your product to your customers.
Make sure that you have enough stock to meet the demand. If necessary, you can store cereals for a few months before selling them as long as you take good care of them and keep them in a dark and cool place.
Remember that your business is not going to be a success right away. It might even take a few days before you see your first customer.
But, rest assured that most businesses go through this initial slow period and with the help of effective marketing strategies; they end up becoming successful.
So, the key is to be patient and keep working on your marketing efforts until you see results.
Once you get the hang of it, you can start expanding to other types of cereal products that are more specific or unique compared to what your competitors offer.
END OF DAY 9 CEREALS BUSINESS TEACHING SESSION
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Al Shabaab terrorists ambushed at least four elite police officers from the Special Operations Group (SOG) on Thursday in the Guba district of Elwak, Mandera County.
According to authorities, their bodies were discovered on Friday morning, many hours after they had passed away from injuries sustained after being struck by a rocket-propelled grenade.
Response crews evacuated six more injured people on Thursday night.
Five al Shabaab terrorists were reportedly killed in the Thursday, July 11 evening clashes, which occurred when a SOG unit pursued suspected terrorists who had been spotted in the vicinity, according to the police.
The bodies of five further missing police officers were discovered, albeit with injuries.
The Border Patrol Unit’s elite SOG team is tasked with controlling terrorist activity along the main porous border between Kenya and Somalia.
In general, they have been successful in curbing acts of terror in the area.
At around six o’clock on Thursday evening, the cops were ambushed while pursuing gunmen in the vicinity.
They retaliated, eliminating five of the assailants.
During the encounter, the squad found several weapons from the suspects while some were injured and managed to flee.
The spot is close to the border between Kenya and Somalia, which is frequently crossed by terrorist organizations that attack the area before fleeing.
Later, according to authorities, a helicopter was sent to the scene to retrieve the deceased and the injured.
Premeditated attacks in Kenya have been foiled by the local police operations.
To stop the attacks, additional troops have been sent to the region.
To avert this impulse, residents have always been asked to cooperate with law enforcement.
This is due to the fact that such attacks are impossible to carry out without residents’ knowledge.
This occurs in the midst of increased security due to worries that the terror group may be preparing an attack following a protracted hiatus.
The extremists, who occasionally receive assistance from civilians, have repeatedly attacked the border region, causing the most damage.
Since Siad Barre’s overthrow in 1991, Somalia has not had a stable government.
Concerning the impending removal of the principal of Isiolo Boys High School, parents, the board of management, and local political figures have threatened to petition Parliament.
The irate community, led by Governor Abdi Guyo, has opposed James Gituma’s scheduled transfer because they believe he has helped the school achieve outstanding results.
“As leaders and parents in Isiolo, we don’t want to gamble with our children’s future. We will not allow a non-performer to be brought to the school,” the governor said.
The performance of the school has improved significantly under Gituma’s course, according to the county chief; the mean score increased from 3.6 three years ago to 5.4 last year.
Guyo declared, “We will not permit the Teachers Service Commission (TSC) to bring us a headteacher who has been driven out of other schools due to subpar performance.”
The organization’s commissioner was held accountable by the leaders for the changes, which were purportedly made in order to appoint a principal from his ethnic community.
Text messages and phone calls went unanswered by TSC.
Mohammed Boru, the chairman of the school’s board of administration, and his counterpart from the Parents and Teachers Association were both adamantly against the principal’s intended move.
“Sadly, TSC has issued him with two transfers in two months, when he is keen on helping the school reclaim its lost glory,” Boru stated.
After working as the deputy principal for seven years, Gituma was officially named the headteacher of Isiolo Boys a few months ago.
Prior to his confirmation, TSC had assigned a principal to assume leadership of the school; however, the board and a few other leaders, who had commended Gitumas’ tenure at the school and insisted on his advancement, forced TSC to reverse the decision.
After his former principal Abdi Diba, to whom he deputized, left, he had been serving in an acting capacity for over a year.
Months after being promoted to the position of principal, Area MCA Salesio Kiambi stated that there was no justification for the teacher’s transfer.
“We are not ready to compromise the performance of the school. We are not against the transfer but we must be convinced that whoever is taking over is sober and not someone who is a poor performer,” he continued.
Sheikh Ahmed Set, the chairperson of the Isiolo Interfaith Network, requested that the TSC confer with all relevant parties prior to adopting decisions that could significantly affect students’ academic performance and well-being.
For a number of years, Isiolo Boys High School—once a titan of education—has been in dismal standing.
Bodies retrieved from a dumpsite in Kware, Nairobi county, on July 12, 2024 [Photo | Courtesy]
The President of Kenya reaffirmed last month his vow that there would not be extrajudicial executions in his first year in office in 2022.
The President also praised young people who peacefully participate in national politics.
But extrajudicial executions, according to human rights organizations, have escalated, particularly since the protests started.
The violent suppression of the protests resulted in the deaths of at least 39 persons. Even after the protests ended, there have been alarming deaths recorded.
The disappearance of young activists continues. Then their bodies are discovered in thickets and dams.
Nine bodies were recovered from a dumpsite in Nairobi’s Mukuru slum on Friday. Sacks have been used to wrap the bodies. While some were decaying, others were still fresh.
Some had burns, according to witnesses and police. Their bodies appeared to have been killed somewhere else and disposed of close to the Kware police station.
As President William Ruto recently stated, any life lost must concern all of us.
The nation’s capable institutions ought to inform Kenyans of the identity of the person killing these youths.
It is the responsibility of the Kenya Police Service, the Directorate of Criminal Investigations, and other security organizations to put an end to these massacres.
They will be considered accountable as well, unless they find and stop the killing squads.
Hello followers, welcome to another day of our CEREALS BUSINESS TRAINING.
The retail business in Kenya provides a livelihood for thousands of people. To succeed in the cereals retail business in Kenya, you need creativity and skills.
Retail cereals shops mostly sell almost all kinds of cereals in small quantities. They thrive in towns and rural areas. There are many cereals retail owners that have gained fame from the success of their businesses.
In today and tomorrow`s training, you will learn on how you can start, grow and profit in cereals retail business in Kenya.
Starting a general cereals shop in Kenya requires one to have a good business plan. Before starting your business, do market research and find out items that are in demand and those that are not sold by other cereals retail shops near you.
Find out where you can source those products at a lower price.
Also, understand the market gap within your business location. For instance, many people could be needing posho mill services, but there isn’t any posho mill near the area. This would boost your business and get customers who could also buy your other kinds of cereals.
Potential customers will be general, public who reside in the area. The business will be involved in selling cereals of different varieties and prices according to quality and quantity of the product.
These will include maize, beans, peas, cow peas, flour, rice, muthokoi etc. This will be done purposely to satisfy customers and win them from the exciting competitors hence maximizing profits and allowing expansion of the business in future
At the start up stage you can start with only one branch but more branches can be opened maybe two years after opening of the business.
Availability of capital from the existing business, Increased demand for cereals in the area or other areas and High rate of growth of food industry which relies on cereals can be the major factors that can motivate you to open more branches in various areas.
You can offer all types of cereals like maize, flour, beans of all variety e.g. wairimu, mwezi mmoja, rosecocoa, mwitemania, rice, peas, cowpeas and many others.
This will be of the best quality which will be very expensive and others of low quality that will be cheap for the lower class customers.
There should be a provision of different qualities and quantities.
The business also should provide transport to the customer’s premises when they make orders for the product or they buy in bulk, e.g. half a sack or more at ago.
The cereals should be the best in that;
1. They will be free from weevils.
2. They are sieved and selected to remove chuff and stones.
3. They are of pure strain i.e. not maize with some beans or millet or mixing of high-quality rice with a little of low-quality rice.
In addition the entire business staff should ensure that customers get the best products and services at the most affordable prices; and that they will be offering individual attention.
With increased rural to urban migration the population of Nairobi seems to increase rapidly. Due to unemployment those unemployed mostly get their cheaply available meals from the kiosk and cafes hence growth of cereals stores.
The industry seems to grow also because of the prevailing climatic conditions which favor growth of the plants and on getting good harvests, the crops are sold at a very low price like in Kitale, maize goes at Ksh.40 per kg immediately after harvesting, boasting the business.
Growth will be developed on demand on cereals products. A customer being the base line of every successful business, he will determine the growth of the business.
Growth will also depend on entrepreneur’ public relations and the following professional ethics:
i. Cleanliness (personal hygiene and the working area)
ii. Punctuality. Opening at the right time without delay
iii. Interest and efforts. Ability to keep on trying something new upon a point of success.
iv. Self-organization of the working place
v. Co-operation and team-work spirit. Have interest with others, assist and don’t be selfish.
vi. Self-control. Control your temper, use diplomatic way of approach and know how to solve a business or personal problem.
vii. Responsibility. Take duties seriously.
All this will contribute to growth and diversification of the business to even other forms of business.
One of the important decisions that an entrepreneur needs to take before launching a Business enterprise is that of selecting the form of Business organization for his/her venture.
Choosing a legal entity for the venture is not a onetime event. The form of organization can be changed from time to time. As a business grows and matures, it becomes necessary to periodically review whether the current form of business remains appropriate.
No single form of business organization works best in all situations and is appropriate. The entrepreneur thus needs to select the best form that meets his needs and that of the enterprise.
Choice of business organization can be based on the following;
The type and size of Business
The cost of starting and maintaining the form
Form of Business liability applicable
Desired level of autonomy by the entrepreneur
Tax considerations
If and the no. and type of investors one wishes to attract
The level of financing required
A business can be owned by one person or a group of persons and its operations can be controlled by owners or by the managers on behalf of the owners. It can be classified as small, medium or large.
The major forms of Private business organization are;
Sole proprietorship
Partnership
Company
The form of ownership chosen depends on factors like One’s personal capacity to take decisions, bear the risk, economic soundness, educational attainment.
Today we shall teach you about sole proprietorship and partnership which are the 2 main forms for cereals retail business.
We shall teach about company when we shall be covering on cereals wholesale business.
1. SOLE PROPRIETORSHIP
Also called individual proprietorship and is the oldest, simplest and natural type of business organization. This type of business enterprise is established, financed, owned, managed and controlled by an individual entrepreneur.
The owner introduces his own capital, uses his skills and intelligence in the management, assumes all risks and is solely responsible for its operations and is entitled to all profits.
It’s the most popular form in Kenya due to its distinct advantages. Most cereals retail shops, bakeries, hardware stores, boutiques, barber shops, bookshops, grocery stores, beauty parlours are sole proprietorship.
Characteristics of Sole Proprietorship.
Ownership: The business is owned by one person
Management and Control: The owner is the active manager who controls the business, however if the business is large he may delegate some responsibilities to some employees.
Finance; the sole owner provides the necessary finances needed to run the business. If additional finances are required, capital may be increased through borrowing.
Size of business unit; usually small but not necessarily so.
No separation between ownership and management – proprietor is also the manager.
Risk; The proprietor bears all the risk.
Personal Incentive; the proprietor takes personal interest for the success of the business.
Independence; the owner is independent and can take quick prompt decisions.
Legal status; the sole proprietor and his business are considered as one i.e. the assets and liabilities of the business organizations are personal assets and liabilities of the proprietor.
Unlimited liability;– incase the enterprise incurs loses, the private property of the proprietor can be utilized to meet the business obligations to outside parties. The sole proprietor is personally liable for debts of the business.
Enjoys all profits realized but bears all losses incurred.
Advantages of Sole Proprietorship
Ease or simplicity of formation
Sole Authority – The proprietor being the sole authority, takes decisions of planning, organizing, staffing, coordinating, controlling and directing the business unit
Sole beneficiary of profits
Flexible management – he can make prompt decisions and take quick action without consultations
Minimum legal restrictions – easy to form, simple to run. Minimum legal requirements information and operation
Secrecy – affords the sole proprietor high secrecy-profits, business methods, special production technique
Ease and low cost of organization – legal fees, consultations
Tax advantage – as compares to other forms of ownership, the profits are taxed as personal income of the owner and taxed only once while corporate income can attract double taxation
Self-employment – Provides business careers to a large number of persons with small means
Disadvantagesof Sole Proprietorship
Unlimited liability– businesses involve risks and losses are inevitable. The proprietor in case of loss faces the risk of unlimited liability. Considered the greatest disadvantage and often discourages the sole proprietor from getting a loan to boost the business to avoid the risk of losing personal property if business goes down
Difficulties in expansion– The sole proprietor has limited resources, and limitation in raising funds make it to undertake business development and expansion
Lack of continuity – Continuity is difficult to maintain in the event of the demise, incapacitation etc of the sole proprietor
Limited managerial ability– depends on individual skills and jugdement. Most proprietors don’t posses all the management skills required for financing, marketing, production, supervision etc – limits the enterprise to his/her capacity
Operational disadvantages– due to limited resources – capital , human resources, machinery, raw material, poor location, substandard machinery etc
Overworked owner
Loss in absence– business can come to standstill due to absence as a result of long illness etc
Weak bargaining position – The sole trader both as buyer as seller has weak bargaining position compared to the other types
Limiting for developing business – this form of organization is limited in meeting the needs of an expanding business.
Sole proprietorship is favorable in the following circumstances
Where the market is local and scale of business operation is small with less capital requirements
When personal contact/ attention with customers is required
Where one prefers autonomy and being one’s own boss
Where promptness is required in decision making
Where business is carried out on small scale
Where there is ease of organization
2. PARTNERSHIPS
Is formed when a sole proprietor wants to expand business and brings partners on board or Partners may just come together to form a Business partnership
A partnership is a business owned by two or more people up to 20 who come together with a common objective of operating a business to earn profits.
A partnership consists of not more than 20 people except in certain cases e.g practicing solicitor, professional accountants and members of the stock exchange where this may be exceeded. In case of banking business, the number of partners is limited to 10.
In Kenya, all partnerships are formed in accordance with the partnership Act 1934 (chap.29)
The name of the partnership must first be registered under the registration of Business names Act
FEATURES OF A PARTNERSHIP
1. Association of at least 2 to 20 persons
2. This is a contractual relation which is formed by an agreement among the partners
3. Requires an Article of partnership prepared in writing to cover the rights of the partners, duties, obligations and the arrangements which partners have mutually agreed on.
4. Partners contribute towards the finances of the firm as per the terms of agreement
5. All partners need to take part in the management of the business
6. Consent required in important business decision-making e.g the decision to transfer one’s shares to another person
7. Liability of the individual partner is unlimited unless the partnership agreement provides for limitations- hence if the business suffers losses and the assets of the partnership are not sufficient to meet its obligations, creditors can sue one or all of the partners. They are jointly and severally liable for any debt. This is a serious handicap to partners who may possess more personal assets as one may be forced to cover the entire debt of the partnership solely
8. Partnership is a temporal form of ownership operating at the pleasure of the partners and can be dissolved by obtaining a decree from the court if a partner leaves or dies
9. Each partner acts as an agent of the firm or of the other partners with authority to enter in to contracts, trade for the partnership
10. Responsibilities, profits and risks are shared on the agreed basis by the partners – any act by a member is considered the act of the firm or of all the partners
Advantages of A partnership
Simplicity of formation- partners enter into an agreement, get the firm registered and start business
Partnership avails more capital for the business as each member contributes finances through joint efforts. It is also easier to obtain external financing as the partnership is viewed as being less risky than the sole proprietorship
Combined talent and skills for managing the firm- each partner brings some talents and skill-giving the firm an advantage of collective expertise for making better decisions
Advantage of division of labor and specialization which promote efficiency as duties and responsibilities are distributed to each partner based on their specialty and ability.
Diffusion of risk- risk shared as per their agreement
Combined judgment – leading to better decisions acts as a brake to hasty decisions
Skilled employees can be retained and become partners in the partnership
Relatively more flexible – having new members or exiting members with consultation
Increase in the spirit of cooperation
Ease of dissolution
Disadvantages Of A Partnership
Unlimited liability: – Limited life of the firm which can be occasioned by dissolution due to death or withdrawal of a member, disagreement
Frozen investment: – It is hard for a member to withdraw one’s funds from the partnership even when one wants to quit the partnership.
Divided authority: – Partners can pursue their interest or have differing opinions leading to disagreements
Decisions are made are binding to all members even when one has a different opinion. A decision made by a partner for the firm is equally binding and all partners bear the risk of wrong decisions
Disputes and disagreements if not handled well can jeopardize the operations of the firm
Possibility of misuse of funds or firms resources which are jointly owned
Loss of business opportunities can occur due delay in decision-making especially when there is no consensus
Implied authority – Acts of a partner are binding to other partners hence partners may suffer or pay for the follies and dishonesty of one partners actions
Partnership Agreement/ Deed
A partnership deed is an agreement entered into by partners in writing which contains all matters determining and governing the mutual rights, duties, liabilities of partners in the conduct and management of the affairs of the partnership.
May be referred to as ‘articles of partnership’
Elements of A partnership deed
These are usually defined by the partnership but include;
Name of firm, names of partners
Nature of Business, Place of business
Mode & Amount of capital to be contributed by each member & the profit/loss sharing ratio
Loans and advances from partners and the amount of interest
Drawings allowed to partners
Amount of salaries/ commissions payable to members
Duties, powers and obligations of partners
Maintenance of accounts and audit
Mode of valuation of goodwill in the event of admission, retirement or death
Method of revaluation of of assets, liabilities on admission, retirement or death of a partner
Procedure to be followed in expulsion of a partner
Procedure for dissolution of the firm and settlement of accounts
Arbitration in case of disputes among partners
Importance of a Partnership Deed
It forms the basis of formation of the partnership
It defines the mutual rights, duties and liabilities of the partners
Helps in minimizing disputes among partners
It serves as guidepost for the conduct of firm’s business
Different types of partners
i.General partners – Those whose liability is unlimited in the firm
a. Active – A partner who takes part in the day to day running of the firm
b. Sleeping partner – one who contributes capital, shares profits or losses but is not involved in the running of the firm
ii.Special partners – Liability is limited to the extent of the assets in the firm. Not actively involved in the management of the firm
iii. Secret partner – Takes an active part in the affairs of the firm but is not known to the public
iv.Nominal partner – One who lends his name for the goodwill and credit worthiness of the firm neither contributes capital nor participates in the management of the firm. He is not liable for the debts of the firm but shares in the profits
END OF DAY 8 CEREALS BUSINESS TEACHING SESSION
In tomorrow`s training we shall cover retail and wholesale prices of the remaining types of cereals.
Also we shall cover other aspects of cereals retail business in Kenya.
We now come to the end of today`s teaching session, The PDF of this teaching is available here. Please comment your thoughts and questions below.
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