Cake Making
KES 699
Self-employment guides - Kenya
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turn what you know into a business.
Clear plans, useful tools and steps to act on in your first 30 days.
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Practical guides for Kenyan business owners
Each guide covers one business area in plain English, with the costs, suppliers and first steps for a Kenyan market.
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The guides readers start with most often, across the skill areas.
8 guides
Skill area
Construction & Technical Trades
Roofing, plumbing, electrical, masonry and welding guides — tools, quotes, safety and winning the first jobs.
8 guides
Skill area
Retail & Trade
Shops, kiosks and trading businesses — stock, margins, suppliers, stock control and loyalty.
8 guides
Skill area
Creative & Media
Events, photography, DJs, printing, PR and social media businesses — portfolios, packages and pricing creative work.
Event Planning Services
KES 699
Social Media Influencer
KES 699
8 guides
Skill area
Food & Catering
Kiosks, bakeries, restaurants and catering: food safety, costing a plate, suppliers and daily cash flow.
Cake Making
KES 699
Kota Fast Food Takeaway
KES 699
Bakery and Pastries
KES 699
Cooked Food and Food Kiosk
KES 699
Fresh Fried Fish Sales
KES 699
8 guides
Skill area
Beauty & Personal Care
Salons, barbershops, nails, cosmetics and skincare: licensing, products, pricing and building a client book.
Beauty Salon Services
KES 699
Barbershop Services
KES 699
Cosmetology
KES 699
Make Up and Skin Care
KES 699
Perfume Refill Sales
KES 699
Tattoo and Piercing Studio
KES 699
8 guides
Skill area
Agriculture & Agribusiness
Farm supply, vet services, agro-dealership and extension work for businesses that serve Kenyan farmers.
5 guides
Skill area
Automotive Services
Car wash, motorbike repair and vehicle care businesses — equipment, pricing and repeat customers.
Car Wash and Detailing
KES 699
Motorbike Repair
KES 699
2 guides
Skill area
Education & Training
Tutoring, daycare and learning centres: curriculum, premises, staffing and enrolling your first learners.
ECD Learning Centre
KES 699
3 guides
Skill area
Energy & Utilities
LPG, solar and utility services — suppliers, certification, installation standards and recurring revenue.
2 guides
Skill area
Fashion & Textiles
Tailoring, boutiques, shoes and accessories — sourcing fabric, costing garments and selling online and offline.
Bespoke Fashion Design Shop
KES 699
Clothes Boutique Sales
KES 699
Curtains Making and Beadwork
KES 699
Fashion Accessories Sales
KES 699
Second Hand Clothes Sales
KES 699
7 guides
Skill area
Health & Wellness
Pharmacy, nursing, laboratory and wellness services — regulation, records, referrals and steady client flow.
Dispensing Pharmacy
KES 699
Home Nursing Services
KES 699
Laboratory Supplies
KES 699
Weight Management Coach
KES 699
6 guides
Skill area
Home & Facility Services
Cleaning, landscaping, pest control and laundry — contracts, equipment, staff and reliable delivery.
Skill area
Hospitality & Property
Rentals, short stays, tours and property management — guest experience, pricing, licensing and upkeep.
Airbnb and Short-Term Rental
KES 699
Tours and Travel Services
KES 699
3 guides
Skill area
Manufacturing & Processing
Soap, skincare and food production — formulations, packaging, quality control and retail distribution.
4 guides
Skill area
Professional Services
Accounting, insurance, security and digital agencies — registration, contracts, retainers and referrals.
Accounts and Tax Filing
KES 699
Digital Jobs Agency
KES 699
Mobile Money and Bank Agency
KES 699
Private Security Services
KES 699
Virtual Assistant Services
KES 699
7 guides
Skill area
Technology & ICT
Phone repair, CCTV, computer services and online work — skills, tools, pricing and support contracts.
Mobile Phone Repair
KES 699
CCTV Installation
KES 699
4 guides
Skill area
Transport & Logistics
Delivery, moving and cargo services — routes, vehicles, pricing per trip and building business accounts.
Motorbike Delivery Services
KES 699
3 guides
Included with every guide
A mentor for the guide you bought
Book a free session with someone who works in your business area. Choose a mentor and a day; the office confirms the time and how to meet.
Inside every guide
What you get
A plan you can follow
The business plan, pricing and the numbers you need before you spend money.
Suppliers and real costs
Where to buy, what to pay and how to keep the first months affordable.
The first 30 days
A marketing plan and a 90-day launch plan for finding your first customers.
- What do I get when I buy a guide?
- A PDF guide for one self-employment business, covering the business plan, pricing, startup costs, market strategy and the first 30 days. You download it immediately after payment.
- How much does a guide cost?
- Every guide is KES 699, paid once.
- How do I pay?
- Pay with M-PESA, Airtel Money or a card through our payment provider. Payment is confirmed automatically and the download unlocks on your order page.
- Do I need to create an account?
- No. Buyers check out as guests. Your order page is the permanent home of your download link. To book mentorship, sign in with the same email and confirm it.
- Is the guide a physical book?
- No. Every guide is a digital PDF you read on your phone, tablet or computer. There is nothing to ship and no delivery fee.