About SokoShamba by VirrTech
A practical digital marketplace connecting Kenya's agricultural community.
Overview
SokoShamba is an agricultural marketplace developed under the VirrTech brand, founded by Ryan Lagat. It was created to provide a practical, reliable marketplace that directly connects Kenyan farmers, produce buyers, and delivery riders.
The platform focuses on making agricultural commerce simpler, fairer, and more accessible for everyone involved in Kenya's food supply chain.
What SokoShamba Enables
Farmer Listings & Sales
Farmers list produce, grains, and livestock with clear prices and retain 95% of their produce sales with transparent 5% platform commission.
Direct Buyer Purchasing
Buyers discover fresh farm produce, place orders, and pay upfront securely via Paystack Live (Card & M-Pesa).
Flexible Delivery & Pickup
Buyers choose between convenient Home Delivery with local riders or free Self-Pickup directly from the farm depot.
Rider Logistics
Local riders claim transport jobs and communicate directly with buyers and farmers by phone for smooth order delivery.
Simple Delivery Workflow
🚚 Home Delivery
Rider assigned within the zone with automated mileage fare calculation.
- Delivery fee calculated based on distance & weight.
- Rider contacts buyer by phone upon arrival.
- Admin assistance available if any delivery issues arise.
🧑🌾 Self-Pickup
Collect produce directly from the farmer's location or farm depot.
- Delivery fee: KES 0.
- No rider assigned.
- Farmer is notified when the order is ready for collection.
- Buyer and farmer coordinate pickup directly by phone.
Brand Relationship
VirrTech is the technology brand and parent organization behind SokoShamba.
SokoShamba is the dedicated agricultural marketplace built for Kenya.
Founder & Creator: Ryan Lagat.
Platform Security & Live Data
Contact & Support
Reach out to Ryan Lagat and the SokoShamba by VirrTech team:
Email: virrtech@gmail.com
Support: support@sokoshamba.co.ke
Phone / WhatsApp: +254 740 793 959
Location: Eldoret & Nairobi, Kenya
Ready to explore SokoShamba?
Browse fresh produce listings or start selling your farm harvest today.