Import Education

The real cost to import an electric bike into Kenya, including the hidden excise duty most import guides never mention.

A practical guide to importing machinery from China to Kenya, from supplier checks and freight rates to a full landed cost example.

How Kenyan boda boda parts sellers can import motorcycle spare parts from China directly instead of buying through a wholesaler.

Pinduoduo and Temu share a parent company but are not the same platform, and neither ships to Kenya the way people assume.

How to import kitchen utensils and cookware from China to Kenya in 2026, with duty rates, KEBS compliance, sourcing regions, and a landed cost example.

Clear breakdown of sourcing agent vs freight forwarder for Kenya importers: what each does, what each costs, and which one your shipment actually needs.

Import electronics from China to Kenya in 2026. Correct duty rates by subcategory, KEBS and CAK compliance, PVoC requirements, and a full ksh landed cost breakdown.

Most Kenya importers don’t lose money because they chose the wrong product. They lose it because they calculated costs wrong, skipped the sample, used Alibaba when 1688 was 50% cheaper, or got hit with fees they never saw coming. This guide covers the 10 most expensive mistakes importing from China to Kenya, with a specific fix for each one.

Finding a supplier on Alibaba is easy. Finding a reliable one is not. This guide covers the exact verification steps Kenya importers should follow before placing any order, including the free Chinese government tool most importers have never heard of, the red flags to watch for, and how to negotiate without a trip to China.

Not sure whether to use Alibaba, 1688, or Made-in-China to source your products? This guide breaks down each platform honestly for Kenya importers in 2026, including the fourth platform most importers have never heard of that often has the lowest prices of all.

Discover the best products to import from China to Kenya in 2026. Compare duty rates, estimated margins, demand levels and compliance requirements for each category.

Importing from China to Kenya involves five core steps: find a product, vet a supplier, arrange freight, clear customs, and receive your goods. This complete 2026 guide breaks down every step with current duty rates, real KSH cost examples, and shows exactly where most importers get stuck.