A practical Trina Shoppy business programme
Import Smart Kenya
Learn how to move from a product idea to a properly costed, compliant first shipment, then turn it into a business customers can trust.
Built for practical beginners
Import with a plan, not guesswork.
Importing can create opportunity, but a cheap supplier quote is not the same as a profitable shipment. This programme helps first-time importers understand supplier checks, samples, freight, product requirements, customs documentation, landed cost and the route to market before committing their money.
Choose carefully
Assess demand, competition, product restrictions and realistic Kenyan selling prices.
Cost completely
Build a landed-cost estimate that includes product, freight, taxes, levies, clearance and local delivery.
Import responsibly
Prepare the right documentation and know when to involve KEBS, KRA, KenTrade and a licensed clearing agent.
Who this is for
A clear starting point for serious beginners
First-time importers
People ready to understand the process before placing their first commercial order.
Resellers and online sellers
Entrepreneurs who want to move from retail buying to more structured sourcing.
Boutiques and small businesses
Owners who need better supplier, costing and shipment decision-making systems.
Four weeks, twelve practical lessons
From supplier search to selling your shipment
Demand, competition and viability.
Manufacturers, wholesalers and sourcing routes.
Documents, samples, references and warning signs.
MOQ, specifications, payment and contracts.
EXW, FOB, CIF and who carries which risk.
Air, sea, courier and consolidation.
KRA, KEBS/PVoC, KenTrade and permits.
Documents and working with a licensed agent.
Know the real unit cost before ordering.
Reduce avoidable supplier and transaction risk.
Inspection, shortages, defects and claims.
Margins, cash flow and practical selling channels.
Your working toolkit
Leave with systems you can reuse
Compare prospects consistently.
Ask suppliers the right questions.
Model your cost per unit.
Track documents and milestones.
Evaluate before scaling.
Compare more than price.
Test price and margin scenarios.
Turn lessons into next steps.
Choose your learning path
Start small, then get guidance when you need it.
Each option is designed for a different stage of your import journey. Begin with the guide or choose hands-on support for your first shipment.
Self-guided starter
Import Smart Kenya Starter Guide
Regular price: KSh 1,000
Premium 23-page digital guide with practical checklists, worksheets, sourcing guidance and carefully selected learning videos.
Buy the guide securelyFocused personal support
One-on-One Accelerator
Regular price: KSh 3,000
Four guidance sessions to help refine your product idea, supplier search, landed-cost estimate and practical next steps.
Enrol in the AcceleratorEnd-to-end guidance
First Import Guided Programme
Regular price: KSh 8,000
Full course and step-by-step guidance through supplier checks, costing, shipping preparation and the journey toward your first import.
Apply for the Guided ProgrammeQuestions? Email info@trinashoppy.com or WhatsApp +254 790 333 635.
Course approach
Practical experience, supported by official guidance
Lessons use real business scenarios and direct learners to current information from the Kenya Revenue Authority, Kenya Trade Network Agency and Kenya Bureau of Standards. Product requirements vary, so learners are taught how to verify current rules and involve licensed professionals where appropriate.
Frequently asked questions
Before you enrol
Do I need previous importing experience?
No. The founding cohort starts with product research and moves through the complete beginner journey.
Will you give learners supplier contacts?
The course teaches reliable supplier-discovery and verification methods. Any examples are educational and are not a guarantee or endorsement of a supplier.
Must I already have money for a shipment?
No. You can use the programme to build and test your plan before committing funds.
Is the course only for fashion imports?
No. Trina Shoppy provides useful fashion and retail experience, while the framework can be applied to many lawful product categories. Regulated goods may require additional approvals.
Will the classes be recorded?
Founding participants will receive access details before the programme begins. Recording availability will be confirmed with the final schedule.
What is the refund policy?
The detailed cancellation and refund terms will be shown before payment. Do not make payment until you have received and accepted them.
Build the knowledge before you build the shipment.
Reserve a founding place or ask a question before enrolling.
SECURE DIGITAL DELIVERY
Start with the Import Smart Kenya guide
Get the premium 23-page starter guide immediately after payment through Payhip. Pay securely using PayPal or the payment options shown at checkout.
KSh 1,000 KSh 500 50% OFF
Your download link is delivered automatically after successful payment. Need help? WhatsApp +254 790 333 635.