Nura Kemis 
Kyosk.app has announced the expansion into the African fresh produce market with the launch of the Farm & Fresh line of business at www.kyosk.app.This milestone follows recent acquisition of KwikBasket, a leading player in the agricultural industry known for its expertise in distributing agricultural produce and providing valuable services to farmers, commercial kitchens, and other stakeholders in the food chain.
At Kyosk Digital Services, they specialize in online retail distribution, using a digital-first approach and data-driven insights to transform the accessibility of goods and services in Africa.Our flagship platform, Kyosk.App, connects businesses, consumers, and suppliers, improving efficiency in the supply chain.
With Kyosk Farm & Fresh, we combine our digital-first approach and large-scale operations with KwikBasket’s agricultural expertise to revolutionize the African fresh produce market,creating a more inclusive and efficient ecosystem.KwikBasket has already made a significant impact, benefiting over 5,000 farmers and delivering 100,000 orders of fresh produce through their platform.
Our aim is to address the challenges faced by farmers in Africa, such as fragmented distribution chains and limited market access.Through Kyosk Farm & Fresh, They offer farmers improved yields, fair pricing, essential information, and agri-inputs. Additionally, Kyosk provide restaurants and eateries with consistent and high-quality products, reducing food safety concerns and logistics costs.
As part of the expansion, “we are excited to rebrand the uLima platform as Kyosk Farm, enhancing the user experience and offering farmers access to vital resources such as information, insights, agri-inputs, and financing.”.The statement from Kyosk read
With the African retail market projected to grow at 5% to 6% annually, Kyosk focuses on serving small retail outlets and traditional retailers, accounting for over 60% of retail trade in Africa.By digitizing value chains, we aim to revolutionize how these businesses connect with affordable and high-quality goods and services.
Furthermore, Kyosk extends support beyond product distribution, collaborating with financial institutions to provide outreach and services to underrepresented businesses, fostering economic growth and stability.
”Our strategic expansion into the fresh produce market positions us to drive positive change, benefitting farmers, retailers, kitchens, eateries, and consumers in Africa”.
