Whether you want to sell into East Africa or source from it — we identify the right counterpart, verify them, and coordinate the operational chain from first contact to delivery.
Not a directory. Not a broker.
An operational bridge.
The EAC is importing at scale. Infrastructure is growing, consumer demand is rising, and international operators are actively looking for reliable suppliers. We connect you to verified buyers — no cold calls, no wasted time.
Industrial machinery, food processing plants, agricultural equipment, packaging lines. EAC governments and private operators are investing heavily in local production capacity.
Commercial vehicles, light trucks, agricultural vehicles and spare parts. One of the highest-volume import categories across Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda.
Steel, cement, prefabricated systems, electrical infrastructure. EAC construction is growing at double-digit rates — demand for quality materials far exceeds local supply.
Processing technology, packaging equipment and materials, cold chain systems. East Africa is building a food manufacturing base and needs European-standard equipment.
Solar panels, pumps, off-grid systems, batteries. One of the fastest-growing import categories — EAC governments are subsidising clean energy adoption at scale.
Don't see your sector? Tell us what you sell. If there is a verified buyer in East Africa, we will find them.
Kenya is a top-ten global exporter in tea and flowers. Tanzania produces gold, specialty foods and minerals. If you are a buyer looking for verified East African suppliers, we coordinate the sourcing, qualification and logistics.
Kenya is the world's third-largest tea exporter — $1.49 billion in 2024. Specialty coffee from Kenya and Ethiopia commands premium prices in European and Asian markets.
Kenya is the second-largest exporter of cut flowers globally. Year-round production, competitive pricing, and direct air freight to Europe and the Middle East.
Vanilla, macadamia, sesame, Zanzibar spices, dried fruits. Tanzania and Uganda produce specialty ingredients in high demand from European food manufacturers and distributors.
Kenya's garment exports grew 73.7% in 2024. Competitive production costs, AfCFTA preferential access, and improving quality standards make EAC a viable sourcing alternative.
Gold, soda ash, titanium, niobium from Kenya and Tanzania. Verified extraction sources, export documentation, and logistics coordination for industrial buyers worldwide.
Looking for something specific? Tell us what you need to source. If it exists in East Africa, we know where to find it.
Sell or source — product, volume, timeline, destination. One conversation.
Buyers or suppliers from our network — verified directly, not from directories.
Introduction, negotiation support, documents, shipping. We stay in the process.
Freight coordination, customs clearance, last-mile delivery. One point of contact throughout.
Not a directory. Every connection is managed by a human who knows both sides.
One conversation. We tell you if we can connect you, with whom, and how long it takes.
Get in touch → info@dld-desk.com · East Africa