Decoding the Cost of Living Crisis in Kenya: The Uneven Terrain of Food Prices in Nairobi Food prices depend on where you live! The cost of living crisis in Kenya has unleashed a storm of economic turmoil, leaving many families grappling with the harsh realities of soaring prices. One of the most pressing concerns is the exorbitant rise in the cost of staple food products, such as sugar, cooking oil, and maize flour. As if that weren't enough, the surge in fuel and electricity prices, which are the driving forces behind production, has further compounded the challenges. While the government has responded with measures to contain the situation, the outcomes have been as mixed as a culinary experiment gone awry. The Bitter Truth: Food Prices Vary by Area Navigating the labyrinth of Nairobi's food prices reveals an unsettling truth – where you live significantly impacts what you pay for essentials. The price hikes have been nothing short of staggering, with staple food prod...
How to buy a smart TV in Kenya without going to Luthuli Avenue In the eighties, the nineties and last decade, we all knew that if you wanted to buy affordable electronics, Luthuli Avenue in Nairobi would be your best bet for good prices and wide variety. Whereas Luthuli vendors had the advantage now, they are quickly losing that to other channels, both in terms of affordable pricing and wide product range. And most importantly, Luthuli has always had an issue with fake products. While most of the products are original, many fake products have ben detected in Luthuli. In this article, we analyze the new channels that are coming up to challenge Luthuli avenues dominance in the TV and electronics market in Kenya. Electronics brand shops After covid pandemic, many electronics brands have opened their own physical stores within town where clients can walk in and purchase their brands. The advantage of this, is that customers are sure that they are buying genuine brand products. But th...