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Every business that moves physical goods depends on the seven pillars of logistics. These are the operational functions that govern how products get from source to customer. Get them right, and the supply chain runs efficiently, customers stay satisfied,

Why Manual Dispatch Holds Kenyan Teams Back Kenya's supply chain sector is growing rapidly, but many logistics operations are still managed the same way they were years ago. For many logistics managers, the day begins with phone calls to find available ri

Why Kenyan fleet operators are losing margin on the road, and what actually fixes it There's a conversation happening in every fleet office in Nairobi right now. It goes like this: "Where's the Eastleigh drop?" "Still with the driver. He's coming from Kar

Background Muthokinju Paints and Cement started as a small paint shop in Kasarani. Today, it is one of Kenya's largest distributors of construction materials, supplying paint, cement, roofing sheets, and related building products through more than 40 bran

Background Simbisa Brands is one of Africa's largest quick service restaurant groups, operating flagship brands such as Pizza Inn, Chicken Inn, Creamy Inn, and Galito's across multiple markets. In Kenya and Ghana, the group manages high-volume, multi-outl

Kenya's Logistics Revolution and the Rise of Routing Technology Logistics in Kenya has grown alongside the steady growth of e-commerce. By 2024, more than 12 million Kenyans were actively shopping online, with most purchases happening through websites and

On my recent trip to South Africa to meet with one of our biggest customers, I found myself reflecting on why we started Leta. Leta was born out of a simple belief: that logistics in Africa could be cheaper, faster, and smarter. And that by building the r

Four years ago, Anthony, Kip, and I believed that moving goods across Africa could be cheaper, faster and far more efficient. Too many businesses still plan deliveries through phone calls and WhatsApp, creating blind spots that slow growth. In 2025, that

Kenya's Emerging Role in Africa's Logistics Revolution Kenya sits at the center of East Africa's trade and distribution network, linking regional markets through a mix of road, rail, and cross-border commerce. While the Port of Mombasa remains a major ent

Kingsmill Case Study Background Kingsmill, a leading Kenyan bread brand under Kenafric Bakeries Ltd, produces high-demand bread and confectionery products distributed nationwide. With nearly 800 staff and a growing network of delivery routes, the business