Getting Started with Ndovu: A Beginner’s Guide to Your First Investment
- Ndovu
- May 19
- 3 min read

Have you ever wondered how to create passive income by making strategic investments that get you to financial freedom? With Ndovu, you can open an account in minutes, see your risk profile, and choose investments that match your goals—all from your phone. Here’s a beginner’s guide to your first investment.
A Beginner’s Guide to Your First Investment with Ndovu
Making your first investment can feel overwhelming, but with platforms like Ndovu, a regulated investment platform licensed by the Capital Markets Authority, the process has become more accessible, transparent, and beginner-friendly. Whether starting with KES 1,000 or KES 500,000, Ndovu provides tools, products, and educational resources to help you invest confidently and securely.
Step 1: Create Your Ndovu Account
Begin by signing up on the Ndovu platform, available via our website or mobile app. The registration process is straightforward, requiring you to go through a quick KYC process where you upload your ID and a selfie for identity verification. Once registered, you'll have access to a dashboard to monitor and manage your investments.
Step 2: Explore Investment Options
Ndovu offers a variety of investment products tailored to different risk appetites and financial goals. Some of them are:
Ndovu Fund: This is ideal for beginners. Offering an annual return of 13.6%, this fund is great for short-term goals or as a place to grow your emergency savings, providing liquidity and capital preservation.
USD MMF: If you are looking for something to preserve the value of your capital amid Kenya shilling volatility, this is a good choice for you since you invest in U.S. dollars. It’s an excellent hedge and yields steady returns.
Safety Net: This is designed for conservative investors. It focuses on fixed-income assets like treasury bills and bonds. It offers stability and low risk, suitable for long-term savers.
Property Mogul: If you’re interested in real estate but lack the capital to purchase land or property outright, this fund lets you invest in real estate-backed portfolios and earn passive income.
Step 3: Fund Your Account
You can fund your Ndovu account via M-Pesa or bank transfer. The minimum investment starts from as little as KES 500, making it accessible for most Kenyans. Once funded, you can select how much to allocate to each product. Ndovu allows you to auto-invest periodically or manually whenever you're ready.
Step 4: Start Investing and Monitor Your Portfolio and Adjust
When you begin investing, Ndovu enables you to monitor your portfolio's performance, make additional investments, or withdraw funds as needed. Over time, you can adjust your allocations based on your goals, such as saving for a car, business capital, or retirement. The user-friendly interface ensures that managing your investments is both simple and efficient.
In conclusion, what sets Ndovu apart is the simplicity and clarity of its investment process. Beginners benefit from curated investment plans, risk assessment tools, and educational articles that guide them on their financial journey. There are no hidden charges, and our customer support team is responsive and well-informed. Ultimately, Ndovu turns investing from an intimidating chore into an intuitive, transparent experience, so you can start growing your wealth with confidence, not confusion.
Disclosure:
Ndovu is a regulated Robo-advisory platform operated by Ndovu Wealth Limited (‘NWL’). NWL is a Fund Manager licensed by the Capital Markets Authority (Kenya).
The information provided on this platform and the products and services offered are intended solely for persons in regions and jurisdictions where such distribution and utilization are in accordance with local laws and regulations. Ndovu does not promote its services in regions where it lacks the necessary licenses; It is exclusively available to persons residing in countries where it holds a valid license or has regulated partners. Ndovu does not extend its services to citizens of the United States, Canada, Japan, and other restricted territories.
Disclaimer:
All ETF products are subject to risk, including country/regional, liquidity, and currency risks. Market prices of securities within the ETF may rise and fall, sometimes rapidly and unpredictably.
While ETFs provide diversification through exposure to a basket of securities, they do not eliminate the risk of loss. Diversification does not ensure a profit or protect against a loss. These are non-cis products and are registered by the SEC.
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