Why should I buy animal online

Cowsoko provides buyers faster cheaper and easier way to find appropriate animals for their needs.

How can I buy an animal on Cowsoko?

You are required to first create a free account on Cowsoko. Once you have created account, you can access all livestock available on sale. You Select animal of your choice and proceed to pay, and wait for delivery on designated delivery points.

Where do Cowsoko get livestock?

Cowsoko has partnered with credible farmers who keep pedigree and non-pedigree animals in their farms. These farms are located in different parts of the country. Currently our main market is Isiolo.

What If I want to buy many animals?

Incase you want to purchase more the 30 livestock, we have a dedicated service where you will place an order, with details of the livestock required like breeds, price range, weight etc. A sales agent from Cowsoko will then contact you and help with procurement and supply of the same.

What happens when my livestock is injured or dies while in transit?

Cowsoko will compensate the buyers either by refunding amount paid or replacing the animal lost with another with the same characteristics.

How do I pay for my purchase?

You can pay conveniently using mobile money options. Currently we only support Mpesa, but are working to integrate other payment options. Bank payments are accepted for bulk purchases.

Do you conduct home delivery?

We can arrange for home deliveries for orders exceeding 30 animals. For other purchases we have delivery points conveniently located close to you from where you can pick your livestock. Home deliveries can be organized at extra cost.

What do I do incase I am not satisfied with the livestock I receive?

Contact our helpline immediately for assistance

How will I know that my animals have arrived to the destination terminal?

You will receive three text messages, when the transporter leaves the market, in the midst of the journey and on arriving our destination terminal.

Which days do you do deliveries?

Delivery is done as soon as we have a truck full. This can be daily but not more then 5 days

Can I assign someone else the task of transporting in case of breakdown?

In case of breakdown, report the issues to our office for directions.

What do I need in order to legally transport your animals?

Visit Cowsoko office with your details and that of your truck and driver. If you qualify, a transporters account will be opened for you and a legal Cowsoko transportation letter issued which will allow you to transport our animals.