The Twig – Located on the 6th Floor, West End Towers, Waiyaki Way.
In Nairobi, Kenya, the high cost of acquiring office spaces gave rise to various entrepreneurs needing business spaces that are cost effective and still suitable for the launching and running of day to day operations. This need, has given birth to something so new and different on the scene here, that it is changing how work gets done. That ‘something new’, is Co-Work Spaces which have turned into the popular option for young entrepreneurs and business startups. The changing mindset towards traditional office environment fueled by advances in technology and a younger work force, also contributes to the popularity of co-work spaces.
These co-work spaces, offer startups an opportunity to work in an office, while sharing that with other entrepreneurs.
Co-WorkIng Spaces
In recent times, the number of co-working business premises in Kenya offering startups and entrepreneurs alike the opportunity to network, work and even test their goods and services on a sample market affordably, has risen significantly. They Include:
The Twig
The Twig, a co-work space which opened in 2018 on the 6th Floor of West End Towers, describes itself as a co-work space in Nairobi that offers a fun and professional platform for startups as well as seasoned businesses. The Twig boasts of a range of membership options which are guaranteed to suit various business needs. From 15,000ksh a month, users get access to office spaces 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Its membership also comes with free access to networking events and an official address.
Entrepreneurs can also book a free tour via their official website.
Nairobi Garage
Situated at Kilimani, Westlands and Karen, Nairobi Garage boosts of the following packages:
Day Pass – You will be provided with a workspace for a day at any of their locations, from 8am to 6pm with just 2,000ksh.
Flexi Package – Consists of a flexible desk space in a shared open space at one of their locations for 20,000ksh monthly.
Fixed Package – Consists of a dedicated desk space, with access to all their locations for 25,000ksh monthly.
Private Office – Is a fully serviced, private office space. Nairobi Garage, described it as having the luxury of an enclosed space, with all the benefits of the community. It also says its private office boosts of prices to fit all budgets.
Nairobi Garage also provides club spaces, meeting rooms and member benefits which include introductions to potential investors, Public Relations Support, Discounts on Event Spaces, among others.
Ikigai
Situated at Westlands and Lavington Ikigai which is a Japanese concept meaning “a reason for being”, boosts of office spaces which are inspiring, green, community-driven and beautifully designed. At least according to their website. Their packages include:
A private office membership (its price will be revealed once you apply).
A full communal membership (at 20,000ksh per month).
A flexi communal membership (at 10,000ksh per month).
With these amazing range of choices across different locations, co-work spaces are definitely something startups should consider.
