Nairobi Shoe Seller Faces Power Outage Challenge While Showcasing Affordable Footwear

Nairobi, Kenya – A local entrepreneur, known as Mary Mbugua, recently faced an unexpected challenge while attempting to showcase her affordable footwear collection to potential customers. In a video uploaded on June 19, 2025, Ms. Mbugua displayed various pairs of shoes and sandals, including stylish sneakers and comfortable slides, all priced at 500 shillings. The video, set to upbeat music, featured her hand presenting each item from different angles, highlighting the designs and quality. However, an overlay text in the video indicated that a planned live stream to sell these items was disrupted by a power outage, stating, 'cousins viatu za 500 ziko lakini stima imefanya ile kitu tena 💔💔💔' (cousins, the 500 shilling shoes are here but power did that thing again). This incident highlights the daily hurdles faced by small business owners in the region, who rely on stable infrastructure to connect with their audience and conduct sales.