At sanaLIST, we are building the future of online marketplaces in Kenya.
Founded with a clear mission to digitize trade and unlock economic opportunity, sanaLIST has grown into a leading Kenyan classified ads and marketplace platform, serving individuals, SMEs, and enterprises across the country. Our platform enables users to buy and sell products and services online in Kenya efficiently, securely, and at scale.
Kenya’s digital economy is expanding rapidly, driven by mobile penetration, entrepreneurship, and a growing demand for trusted online platforms. sanaLIST is strategically positioned at the center of this growth. We provide a scalable marketplace infrastructure that supports classified advertising, e-commerce listings, business promotions, and local commerce discovery across multiple categories including jobs, real estate, vehicles, services, and consumer goods.
What differentiates sanaLIST is our deep understanding of the Kenyan market, combined with a technology-first approach. We focus on:
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Trust and safety in online transactions
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Affordable and accessible digital advertising for businesses
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Data-driven platform optimization to improve conversion and engagement
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Scalable systems designed for regional expansion
For partners, sanaLIST represents a high-impact platform with strong network effects, growing user adoption, and clear monetization pathways. For investors, we offer exposure to one of Africa’s most promising sectors: online marketplaces and digital classifieds in emerging economies, anchored by a locally built and locally trusted brand.
As Founder and CEO, my vision is to position sanaLIST as the most trusted classified ads website in Kenya, and a gateway for millions of users to participate in the digital economy. We are focused on sustainable growth, strategic partnerships, and continuous innovation that delivers long-term value to our stakeholders.
We welcome partners and investors who share our belief in the power of technology to transform local commerce. Together, we can scale sanaLIST into a pan-African marketplace platform that drives inclusion, efficiency, and economic growth.
Hilary-King Mutia Kilonzi
Founder & Chief Executive Officer
sanaLIST