Street coffee vending, locally known as “Kahawa,” has become a vital source of income for young entrepreneurs in Kisumu City, Kenya. Vendors like Vianney Irankeje and Bruce Ishimwe sell hot beverages early mornings and late evenings along major roads like Jomo Kenyatta Highway.

• Coffee is sold for as little as Sh10 per cup.
• Key individuals involved are Vianney Irankeje and Bruce Ishimwe, street coffee vendors.
• The coffee often includes spices like ginger (tangawizi) or lemon (ndimu) to enhance flavor.