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Errand App debuts to revolutionise deliveries in Kenya

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Founder and CEO Vivian Keyaer leads her team to cut a cake during the launch of the Errand App at United Kenya Club, State House Road, in Nairobi on August 8, 2025. [Courtesy]

Kenya has taken a bold step into the future of homegrown logistics with the launch of Errand App - a digital platform designed to turn everyday errands into a fast, reliable, and stress-free experience while creating thousands of new income opportunities for young people.

From groceries and bill payments to parcel drop-offs and picking up forgotten essentials, the app connects users with a growing pool of vetted errand runners. These service providers - operating on foot, motorbike, tuktuk, bicycle, or even the traditional mkokoteni handcart - offer flexible delivery options for customers seeking speed and convenience.

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