Business boom for aquariums as demand up

Author: Jackson NgariPublished on: July 15, 2026Country: Kenya

Business & Economy

Business boom for aquariums as demand up

Kenyan entrepreneurs Melvin Ondeyo (founder of MEL Aquariums) and Kenneth Mvati (founder of Fuzu Aquariums) report rising demand for custom aquariums, driven by social media and therapeutic benefits. Their businesses earn revenue from tank sales, maintenance services, and accessories. Ready-made aquariums start from Sh10,000.

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