Built for how Tanzania actually shops.
why yakwetu
Smart Search
Ask in plain Kiswahili or English and get matched to real listings, not just keywords.
Verified Sellers
Business-licensed sellers with ratings, response times, and real pickup locations.
Bilingual, Always
Every screen, every reply — Kiswahili and English, side by side.
Secure Payments
Seller-set payment terms and invoice-in-chat, so money moves only when both sides agree.
Browse by category.
Three steps. Real people.
getting started
Ask in your words.
Search in Kiswahili or English. Refine your question conversationally — like asking a friend.
getting started
See verified sellers.
Business-licensed sellers, plus ratings, reply times, and exact pickup locations.
getting started
WhatsApp directly.
No middleman, no checkout. Tap to message — agree on the deal directly.
Top picks.
for sellers
Run your soko from one screen.
Listings, orders, analytics, payouts, verification. Built for people who use the app many times a day. Free to start.
Smart listings that surface in the right searches
Reach verified buyers nationwide, not just your neighborhood
Real-time analytics on views, contacts, and conversions
Ready to find it, or sell it?
Just describe what you need.
Skip the categories — search however feels natural, in Kiswahili or English.