Uber has rolled out a fast food delivery service in Kisumu, called Christened Uber Eats. Customers can enjoy their favorite breakfast, lunch, dinner, or snack from the restaurants delivered to their doorstep.

Speaking during the launch in Kisumu, Uber Eats Sub-Saharan Africa General Manager Nakampe Molewa said the move comes with realizing an opportunity for the young, vibrant market growing in the country.

“We see the potential to have a stunning business in Kisumu and shall bring our unique offering of on-demand commerce, selection and affordable offering to the residents across the country.”

Further, he said that the company seeks to enhance the overall service delivery experience and contribute to the growth of economic opportunities created for the locals.

The other important parties in this cycle, he revealed, are the merchants and the Western partners themselves.

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 “We shall be keen on the Locals’ Favourites that the residents consume, and that’s what we are trying to discover and what our merchants can provide.”

For her part, Farida Salim, County Executive Member (CECM) for Trade, Tourism, Industry, and Marketing, expressed her delight with Uber Eats' entry into Kisumu County.

“This is a great example of a collaboration between the private and public sector, which will yield benefits for individuals, businesses, and the local community,’’ Salim said.

Uber Eats Kenya General Manager Kui Mbugua said that the app will connect consumers to merchants and facilitate anything at the touch of a button.

“This means food, groceries, retail, pharmacy and liquor items all at the touch of a button. We have already rolled out the services in Nairobi. Over the past six years we have expanded across the country,’’ Mbugua explained.

She revealed that the services were first rolled out in Mombasa, Nakuru, Naivasha, and Eldoret.

Uber Eats will focus its business selection on where the merchants and stores are located which are largely found in the Central Business Districts (CBD) and hub of Kisumu.