Samuel's Phone Accessories Biz started with Kes 10,000 in Kayole
Samuel Musakale, based at Kayole Junction shows how passion, discipline, and consistency can turn a simple idea into a source of income and community impact.
In an era where the demand for affordable electronics and phone accessories in Kenya continues to rise, young business persons are proving that you don’t need massive capital to start a successful business.
Phone accessories starting Starting capital
Samuel’s journey into phone accessories retail and electronics business began out of his love for technology.
Unlike many who wait for perfect conditions, alianza hii biz with only KSh 10,000. Aliget hii capital from saving kwa hustle yake ya kuzururisha kahawa mtaani.
“You don’t need a big amount to start your business. Start with what you have and grow polepole.”
That small amount ndio ili-mark the beginning of what would later become a reliable shop for:
• Electronics
• Phone accessories
• Chargers
• Earphones
• Small tech essentials
Customers wake wa kwanza walikam from within the neighbourhood, people who had known him and trusted his dedication.
Word of mouth pia ili-spread quickly, especially because Samuel ali-focus on offering:
• Favourable prices
• Honest advice
• Reliable products
Over time, referrals became his biggest marketing tool, helping him grow steadily even with minimal capital.
Why Selling Electronics & Phone Accessories Is a Smart Business
Samuel’s biz story ni part of the rising trend across Kenya. The demand for power banks, fast chargers, home electronics, and affordable tech accessories continues to grow.
Shops kama ya Samuel zina-play an important role in keeping customers connected, entertained, and productive.
What keeps Samuel motivated daily is his passion and hard work. He enjoys:
• Interacting with customers
• Testing new gadgets
• Learning about new technology
• Providing quality products on a budget
He keeps his customers coming back through:
• Transparent, favourable pricing
•Consistency in stock quality
• Building trust
• Staying updated with customer needs
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Challenges za Biz ya kuuza phone accessories
Like many small business owners in Kenya, Samuel’s biggest challenge has been lack of enough capital for expansion.
The demand is high for electronics and accessories, but building a larger stock base requires more funds than most small hustlers can access immediately.
Joining MESH has made a significant difference in his business. Samuel has:
• Learned better ways to run and manage a business.
• Gained valuable knowledge from other entrepreneurs
• Expanded his network
• Improved his approach to customers and pricing