I let it go! Betty Kyalo on harsh business situations in Kenya

Landlords don't want to reduce rent a situation that has become a huge burden, says Media Personality Betty Kaylo after her Flair by Betty salon was put to auction over rent arrears.

In a public notice in the dailies, Keysian Auctioneers published items on the premises that will be sold by public auction on Wednesday, April 17, 2024, in the case presented by the landlord.

Among the items that will be auctioned include 3 dismantled well shelves, a massage bed stand, 2 massage beds, a small serve rack, a glass shelf, 4 big mirrors, towel warmers and dressing tables.

“Running a business in Kenya has become so difficult.  Landlords don't want to reduce rent and it becomes a huge burden on businesses that are struggling because of the economic slowdown,” Kyalo said on her IG page.

She said she is happier and is sleeping better after her decision.

“l am happier. l sleep better. My peace of mind is more important than a name. I'm good. Also After 2 months of expansion. We reopen Aftershave by Flair Upperhill, La Baita,” she said.

Other items to be auctioned include; 2 Pcs Sink Stands, Estia Heater, Midea Heater, Cushioned Pink Stool, 3 Pcs Down Seats, Coat Hanger, 7 Pcs Green Seats, 4 Pcs Pink Seats, Plastic Pink Seat, 4 Pcs Small Rolling Seats, 7 Pcs Grey Seats, Wooden Stool, 5 Pcs Green Puffs, Office Table, Black Round Seat, Tv Stand, Folding Chair, Round Stool, Floor Carpet, Small Shinny Table, White Cabinet (3 Glasses Missing), Rantons One Door Fridge.

Others; Mirror, 5 Pcs White Tables, 2 Pcs Massage Beds, 4 Pcs Plastic Trollies, 5 Pcs Foot Massagers, 6 Pcs Driers, 8 Pcs Wall Hangings, Broken Seat, 12 Pcs Barber Seats, Sony TV, Vitron TV, 3 Pcs Seats attached with Sinks, Blue Cushioned Stool. 

The auction is set to take place at Leakey's Storage Limited along Lunga-Lunga road in Nairobi.