Start a Mitumba Business — Step-by-Step Guide for a Market Stall (Kenya 2026)

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Thinking of starting a mitumba stall? Read this first.

Two traders can buy bales on the same day and get completely different results. This 29-page guide shows you what makes the difference.

• Bale grades and categories, and how to choose suppliers without getting scammed
• What to sell, and a startup budget from KES 50,000 to 150,000
• The real economics of a bale: cost, sorting, grading and pricing strategy
• Running the stall, the seasonal selling calendar, and marketing
• Record keeping, licences and managing risk
• 12-month financial projections and a launch action plan
• Bonus: bale record sheet, daily sales sheet and supplier visit checklist

Written for Kenya in 2026. Prices are indicative, so confirm locally before committing money. Instant PDF download after payment.