M-Pesa, KCB most popular brands among women

Safaricom, M-Pesa and Always sanitary towels are among the most popular brands within women in Kenya in 2022. This is according to a Consumer Market Study conducted by a Non-Governmental Organization (NGO). The research also reveal that women play a central role in decision making in the household with 69% of them critical in determining the purchase of products or services used in their households. “In Kenya, the percentage of female-headed households is bigger than in other nearby markets. Close to 40% of households are female-headed. Meanwhile, 58% are working whilst 11% are currently unemployed and looking for work,” the report said. Below are the lists of brands which made it to top 10 out of the 100. 1. Safaricom - This telecommunication network, considered among the biggest and most reliable in Africa, helps women to call, text and browse the internet for various purposes including entertainment and learning. 2. M-Pesa - This mobile banking service allows women to send, receive, spend, store or transfer money through their mobile phone at ease. 3. Airtel - This telecommunication network helps in calling, text and browsing the internet. 4. Equity - Ranked the biggest Bank in Kenya, it helps in offering various services to its clients including storing money and issuing loans. 5. Arimis - This petroleum jelly originally meant for milking is used as a skin care product and is available countrywide at an affordable price. 6. Always- This menstrual hygiene product comes in handy during the time of the month. 7. Coca-Cola - This carbonated soft drink is widely preferred due to the ‘happiness’ emphasized by the products marketers. 8. Naivas - Defined as the largest supermarket chain in Kenya with quite a number of outlets, Naivas offers retailer affordability and accessibility. 9. GOtv - This paid television terrestrial service in Africa owned by broadcaster MultiChoice is preferred for its variety of programs at a cheap price. 10. Kenya Commercial Bank (KCB) - This financial services institution in Kenya offers products and services to the commercial sector.