Quickmart Supermarket has expanded its footprint in Nakuru City with the opening of two new outlets, barely six months after launching its State House branch, bringing its national network to 70 stores.

The new branches, located along Kenyatta Avenue in Nakuru's Central Business District and Section 58, are the retailer's 69th and 70th outlets countrywide, underscoring the company's continued investment in the city where the supermarket chain was founded.

Speaking during the official opening, Quickmart Chief Executive Officer Peter Kang'iri said the expansion was a significant milestone for the retailer and reaffirmed the company's commitment to Nakuru.

"Today we are opening our 69th and 70th branches here in Nakuru, which is not only a major milestone for us but also a testament to the confidence we have in this city," Kang'iri said.

Quickmart Supermarket Chief Executive Officer Peter Kang’iri makes his during the official opening of the retailer’s 69th and 70th branches in Nakuru CBD and Section 58 area of Nakuru City on July 3

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He noted that both outlets will operate 24 hours as the supermarket joins efforts to support Nakuru County's plan to revive a 24-hour economy.

"These two branches will operate 24 hours a day as part of our contribution towards supporting the revival of Nakuru's 24-hour economy," he said.

According to the CEO, the latest expansion brings the number of Quickmart branches in Nakuru to four, with the outlets collectively employing more than 200 people drawn from the county.

He added that beyond creating employment, the new branches will offer greater convenience to customers by extending shopping hours and bringing services closer to residents in the city center and the rapidly growing Section 58 neighborhood.

"We are proud to continue creating employment opportunities for the people of Nakuru while bringing convenience closer to our customers," he said.

Kang'iri observed that Nakuru remains a key market for the retailer's expansion plans, citing its growing population, vibrant business environment and increasing demand for modern retail services.

The opening comes amid increasing investment in Nakuru's retail sector as major supermarket chains continue to expand to meet the needs of the city's growing population.

A shopper strolls along the isles of the new quickmart 70th branch at section 58

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As part of the grand opening celebrations, the Section 58 branch will host football fans on the evening of July 3 for the World Cup match between Egypt and Australia, scheduled to kick off at 9 p.m.

He reiterated that Quickmart remains committed to growing alongside Nakuru and investing in the city's economic transformation.

Kang'iri added that Nakuru remains a strategic market for the retailer, noting that the supermarket chain founded in the city in 2006 will remain committed to investing in its hometown as it continues to grow.

Nakuru city’s 24-hour economy bid gains momentum as Quickmart Supermarket opens two new branches

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