Phone accessories, top-ups and everyday items kiosk
Starting costs about 376,000 NGN in Nigeria and 102,000 KES in Kenya. After 12 months, this business can bring in about 301,000 NGN net per month in Nigeria and 43,600 KES in Kenya. The starting money comes back in about 7 months, with 50 hours of work per week.
Mundyo estimates, data as of 2026-11-02.
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The numbers
| Country | To start | Net per month (month 12) |
|---|---|---|
| Nigeria | 376,000 NGN | 301,000 NGN |
| Kenya | 102,000 KES | 43,600 KES |
| India | 53,000 INR | 31,800 INR |
| Philippines | 49,800 PHP | 24,900 PHP |
| South Africa | 16,800 ZAR | 8,380 ZAR |
Amounts adjusted to each country's price and income levels.
The problem
In busy spots, people urgently need a cable, a charger, a phone credit top-up or a screen protector.
The solution
A small kiosk or stand in a high-traffic spot offering basic accessories, top-ups, screen protector fitting and a few everyday items.
Your customers
Passers-by, workers, students and travellers near bus stations, markets, schools and shopping streets.
How you make money
Margin of 1 to 8 € per accessory, commission on top-ups and 3 to 5 € per screen protector fitted.
Competition
Countless street vendors, phone shops, supermarkets and cheap online accessory sellers.
Who has an edge
Someone willing to work long hours, who knows phone models well and can pick a high-traffic spot.
The risks
Saturated competition, poor-quality accessories, theft, pitch fees or rent, and low income per hour worked.
The first 3 steps
- Watch three busy spots at different times of day.
- Find a reliable accessories wholesaler and compare quality.
- Open with small stock and record every sale.
How the numbers are calculated
Example in a high-income eurozone country, at month 12: revenue €3,600 − costs €2,700 = €900 net per month. Revenue: 300 accessories × €8 + €1,200 of top-ups and fitting. Costs: accessory purchases, kiosk rent, top-ups, electricity, social contributions. For other countries, Mundyo adjusts the starting budget to the price level (World Bank) and the income to prices and customers' purchasing power, then converts at the day's exchange rate.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to start: Phone accessories kiosk?
About 376,000 NGN (Nigeria), 102,000 KES (Kenya), 53,000 INR (India), depending on the country. Mundyo calculates the amount for 247 countries.
How much can you earn per month?
After 12 months, about 301,000 NGN (Nigeria), 43,600 KES (Kenya), 31,800 INR (India) net per month, after costs.
How long until I get my starting money back?
About 7 months, with 50 hours of work per week.
What are the risks?
Saturated competition, poor-quality accessories, theft, pitch fees or rent, and low income per hour worked.
Where do I start?
1. Watch three busy spots at different times of day. 2. Find a reliable accessories wholesaler and compare quality. 3. Open with small stock and record every sale.
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