Wondering how to start a retail shop in Kenya?
Starting a retail shop in Kenya can be a good business idea provided you have all the essentials required. Just like any other country, you will go through some legal procedures in order to get the right requirements to set up your retail shop.
Here are some of the things you should consider before starting your retail shop;
Capital
This is one of the most vital things to consider before starting a business. It entails the financial assets you need to start and run the business. The size of the capital you have is what dictates the size of the business you’ll start.
Even with as low as 20k, be sure that you can start a business. Capital plays a key role in every business.
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Location
This is another big decision you’ll need to make. Depending on the type of retail shop you want to start, you will need to pick a convenient location. For most businesses, a location with high people traffic is most suitable.
Target customer
Every business has a target customer therefore before you start your business you do market research. This will help you know what you are selling and to whom you’re selling it.
Formation
Identify the type of business you want to run. In this case, a retail shop might be either a sole proprietorship or a partnership. This will also count in the legal procedure.
Source of Supply
With any business you start, you will need a reliable supplier who will be supplying you with goods. Having a reliable supplier when starting a business is a great advantage that is guaranteed to give you a push-up in your business.
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Bank account
Besides your personal account, you should also consider opening a bank account for your business as it will help you avoid mixing up your personal money with that from your business.
When all this is set, you will also have to go through the legal procedures to ensure that your business is in compliance with the law. Here are the legal procedures you will have to undertake and learn how to start a retail shop in Kenya;
- Business registration. You will need to register the name of your retail shop first which will cost you about Kshs.1000.
- Business permit. To run any business in Kenya you are required to have a permit from the county council, which you’ll be renewing annually. A permit for a retail shop goes for around Kshs. 8000.
- Health permit. If your retail shop will be dealing with food, you’ll be required to have a health permit to ensure food hygiene. A health inspector will come and inspect your premises then your business will be certified.
- Fire safety certificate. This goes for about Kshs. 1500 per year. A fire inspector will inspect your business and advise you on the safety measures you should undertake depending on your line of business. You will then be certified.
All the above are tips on how to start a retail shop in Kenya, it’s time you stop dreaming of success and wake and make it happen. All the best.
