Uchumi Supermarket has reopened two outlets in Nairobi, reinforcing its presence in Kenya’s retail sector.
The retailer has relaunched branches at Unicity Mall along Thika Road, near Kenyatta University, and at Lang’ata Hyper off Lang’ata Road.
These openings signify a gradual return to operations following a period of reorganization.
The Unicity Mall outlet, which opened in late 2024, offers essential goods and bakery services.
The Lang’ata Hyper location now functions as a mixed-use retail and commercial space, accommodating several tenants alongside Uchumi’s retail operations.
In a social media announcement regarding the reopening, the retailer emphasized that this move symbolizes a renewed connection with its customers.
“Uchumi is back — not just as a store, but as a story reborn. The shelves are filling, the ovens are warm, and the memories are alive again. From generations that grew up with us to a new one discovering us — this is your home of value, rising once more. Welcome back to the supermarket you never stopped loving,” the company stated.
Established in the 1970s, Uchumi listed on the Nairobi Securities Exchange in 1992.
Over the years, it has remained a recognizable name in Kenya’s retail industry, previously extending its operations to Uganda and Tanzania.
The company currently operates under a court-supervised Company Voluntary Arrangement (CVA), a framework that enables businesses to reorganize their operations while continuing to trade.
As part of this strategy, Uchumi has focused on optimizing the use of its properties, including the Lang’ata location, by leasing space to other businesses to support its ongoing operations.
The reopening of the Unicity branch and the reconfiguration of the Lang’ata outlet are integral components of Uchumi’s broader strategy to sustain its presence in the Kenyan retail market.
