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  • Konga TV set for public launch in November 2023

    Konga TV set for public launch in November 2023

    Konga TV, the pioneering 24-hour Buyers and Sellers TV platform is gearing up for its eagerly awaited public launch on November 6th, 2023.

    The launch will coincide with Konga Yakata, Nigeria’s biggest Black Friday sales event. Konga TV aims to revolutionise commerce in Africa by offering a diverse range of competitively priced products and deals, all underpinned by the secure facilitation of Konga Digital Logistics and payment guarantees by Konga Online Shopping Ltd.

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    Africa’s First Dedicated Commerce TV Platform

    Konga TV is poised to become Africa’s first dedicated commerce TV platform, enabling genuine sellers from various sectors to reach a vast audience, including underserved and unreached markets. All transactions are facilitated securely by Konga Digital Logistics, with Konga Online Shopping Ltd providing payment guarantees.

    To encourage early subscribers, Konga TV is offering numerous special offers and benefits, including free advertising for merchants across diverse categories, such as FMCG, Auto Dealers, Fashion, Real Estate, Computing, Home and Kitchen, Wine and Spirits, and Mobile Phones.

    A Deal TV Channel

    Konga TV is a unique platform aptly described as a “deal TV channel.” It focuses exclusively on commerce, bringing value to both merchants and shoppers. The platform also provides storage solutions through distributed warehousing facilities nationwide and ensures prompt delivery through Konga Digital Logistics. KongaPay, a Fintech arm, acts as a reliable interface connecting both sellers and buyers seamlessly.

    Konga Yakata Exclusive Offers

    Konga TV subscribers will have exclusive access to curated deals across various product categories during Konga Yakata. Customers in Lagos, Abuja, and Port Harcourt can enjoy same-day delivery, while those in other regions can expect their orders within 96 hours. Konga TV prioritizes the shopping experience, emphasizing enticing product assortments and deals over talk shows.

    Nigerian viewers and subscribers residing abroad can take advantage of exclusive deals by placing orders for their loved ones. Leveraging KongaPay and Konga’s advanced logistics capabilities, they can ensure swift delivery to recipients.

    A Significant Milestone in African Commerce

    Konga TV’s launch marks a significant milestone in African commerce history. It provides a tailor-made online TV platform for a diverse and expansive audience of buyers. Market experts and observers have praised Konga TV’s niche positioning and potential to create value for business owners and consumers. Chris Uwaje, Chairman of Mobile Software Nigeria, lauded the development, saying, “This is an exciting development and one that is sure to add value across various industries for business owners and customers alike.”

    Konga TV is poised to bring unprecedented opportunities to both sellers and shoppers, creating a new era in Nigeria’s e-commerce landscape.

    The public launch of Konga TV on November 6th, 2023, promises to be a game-changer in the world of commerce, offering a dedicated platform for buyers and sellers to connect, trade, and explore exclusive deals.

    About Konga

    Konga was launched in July 2012, with a mission to become the engine of commerce and trade in Africa.

    The company serves a retail customer base that continues to grow exponentially, offering products that span various categories, including Phones, Computers, Clothing, Shoes, Home Appliances, Books, healthcare, Baby Products, personal care, and much more.

    The range of services provided by Konga.com is designed to ensure optimum levels of convenience and customer satisfaction with the retail process. These services include a lowest price guarantee, a 7-day free return policy*, order delivery-tracking, dedicated customer service support, and many other premium services.

    As Konga continues to expand the e-commerce sector, its scope of offerings will increase in variety, simplicity, and convenience. Customers are invited to join and enjoy the increasing benefits.

    Konga.com is highly customer-centric and is committed to finding innovative ways of improving its customers’ shopping experience.

  • Konga to introduce 24-hour buyers and sellers TV channel 

    Konga to introduce 24-hour buyers and sellers TV channel 

    Konga, a pioneering e-commerce group, is set to introduce a groundbreaking 24-hour Buyers and Sellers TV channel in celebration of Nigeria’s 63rd Independence Anniversary in October.

    Pioneering Konga TV to Democratize Commerce and Inspire Entrepreneurs

    Konga TV, explained that Africa’s first buyers and sellers TV operates on an Internet Protocol TV (iPTV) platform and is poised to transform Nigeria’s online broadcasting and commerce landscape.

    An anonymous source within the company’s Customer Experience Team confirmed that internal testing is underway, The Guardian reported. The highly anticipated Konga TV is on track to launch for public access in the coming days.

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    Nigerian Entrepreneurs and Global Business Leaders to Share Insights

    The anonymous source revealed that Konga TV aims to democratise pricing for goods and services in Nigeria, making it accessible regardless of geographical location, with an emphasis on genuine products. Both sellers and buyers currently face limitations in Nigeria due to a lack of market intelligence.

    Sellers contend with unwieldy inventories and stagnant sales, while buyers often grapple with inflated prices. Additionally, the high cost of marketing and distribution in Nigeria stifles the growth of millions of micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) and young entrepreneurs.

    Konga TV’s 24-hour platform is envisioned as a marketplace democracy, encompassing a wide array of product categories, including Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG), computing, home and kitchen, mobile gadgets, fashion, power and renewable energy products, real estate, hotel bookings, flight tickets, furniture, and various vehicle types.

    “It is a platform where willing buyers can negotiate substantial discounts for genuine products, all backed by Konga’s management, with delivery promised within the stipulated time frame,” the source explained.

    Moreover, the innovative TV channel will feature prominent global company executives who will share insights into their organisations and inspire Nigerians. Additionally, Nigerian entrepreneurs with remarkable stories of challenges and successes will have the opportunity to engage with the audience.

    The official launch date of Konga TV is eagerly awaited by the company’s management, setting the stage for what promises to be a transformative addition to Nigeria’s broadcasting and e-commerce landscape.

    As the nation grapples with economic challenges and the cost of living continues to rise, the introduction of Konga TV signifies a bold move towards reshaping the nation’s business and broadcasting sectors.

    For many Nigerians, the high cost of living has become a daily burden, with prices of essential commodities skyrocketing. Entrepreneurs, especially those in the e-commerce sector, face enormous challenges due to the stifling cost of marketing and distribution.

    The introduction of Konga TV has been met with excitement among media watchers, stakeholders in Nigeria’s manufacturing, distribution, and retail sectors, as well as entrepreneurs. The TV channel promises to empower sellers, inspire entrepreneurs, and provide buyers with access to genuine products at competitive prices.

    Konga’s foray into iPTV marks an ambitious step in democratising commerce and making quality products accessible to consumers while empowering sellers and entrepreneurs. As Nigeria navigates economic challenges, the introduction of Konga TV signifies a bold move towards reshaping the nation’s business and broadcasting sectors.

    With its impending launch in October 2023, Konga TV is  poised to redefine Nigeria’s online broadcasting and is set to usher in a new era of commerce and inspire a new generation of entrepreneurs and consumers across Nigeria.

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    More on Konga

    Konga is one of Nigeria’s largest online malls launched in July 2012. The e-commerce platform aims to lead Africa’s commerce and trade. It caters to a rapidly growing retail customer base, offering an extensive product range, including electronics, fashion, healthcare, and more. 

    Konga prioritises customer satisfaction through services like a lowest price guarantee, a 7-day return policy, order tracking, and dedicated customer support. The platform plans to further enhance its offerings, ensuring increased variety and convenience for users as it expands.