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Top Retailers in East Africa

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EABD lists 24,579 retailers in East Africa. The top-ranked are SomCity, Hebel hebl and Classic Wears.

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The top 10 retailers in East Africa

  1. SomCity Mogadishu Verified 40/100
  2. Hebel hebl Mogadishu
  3. Classic Wears Nyayo Highrise
  4. Ruman Electronics Mogadishu
  5. Nyati Furniture Kinondoni
  6. GF Automobile Ltd Temeke
  7. Agl International Ltd Ilala
  8. Zara Mobil Mogadishu
  9. Topluu Mogadishu
  10. Tabaarak Trading Company Mogadishu

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How to choose a retailer in East Africa

Check price, authenticity and after-sales service before you buy.

  1. Compare prices and ask about warranties.
  2. Check return and exchange policies.
  3. Ask about delivery and payment options, including M-Pesa.
  4. For electronics, confirm the products are genuine.
  5. Read reviews on EABD.

About retailers in East Africa

Retail in East Africa is mid-transition. Supermarket chains have consolidated. Specialty shops in fashion, electronics, and home goods compete with both modern malls and informal markets. E-commerce has finally become viable thanks to mobile money and improved last-mile logistics.

EABD lists supermarkets, fashion and apparel retailers, electronics shops, specialty stores, e-commerce sellers, and the wholesalers behind them. Verified profiles include stores' physical locations, online presence, payment options, and reviews.

Retailers in East Africa: common questions

How many retailers are there in East Africa?

EABD lists 24,579 retailers in East Africa as of 6 November 2026. Businesses that EABD has checked carry a verified badge on their profile.

What are the top retailers in East Africa?

EABD's top-ranked retailers are SomCity, Hebel hebl and Classic Wears. Category Sponsors and promoted businesses come first and are always labelled, then businesses on paid plans, then everyone else. Each group is ordered by EABD Score, which reflects a business's overall presence on EABD, including things like verification, customer reviews and profile completeness.

How do I choose a retailer in East Africa?

Compare prices and ask about warranties. Check return and exchange policies. Ask about delivery and payment options, including M-Pesa.

How do I list my retailer on EABD?

Create a free EABD account, then add your business or claim its existing profile. It appears on pages like this one once published. Getting verified, completing the profile, replying to customers and collecting genuine reviews all help its EABD Score.