Across Africa, governments are actively encouraging local manufacturing — and CKD assembly is the fastest, lowest-risk way to answer that call. For gas stove importers, CKD is a path to becoming a local manufacturer, creating jobs and winning market share. Here is why CKD is the right model for Africa.
High Tariffs on Finished Goods
Many African countries impose high import duties on complete gas stoves to encourage local industry. CKD parts enter at far lower rates, giving you a major cost advantage over importers of finished goods.
Local Jobs, Local Goodwill
Assembly creates local employment — a powerful advantage when dealing with governments, retailers, and consumers. "Locally assembled" is a selling point that builds brand loyalty and community support.
Growing Gas Stove Demand
Africa's LPG adoption is rising fast, driving steady demand for gas stoves. Local assembly positions you to supply that demand with locally made products at competitive prices.
THREEMI's East Africa Capability
THREEMI supports East African distributors with local warehouse and stock-holding capability in key markets, plus complete CKD kits, assembly guidance, and equipment advice. We help you build a local assembly operation that serves your region — contact us to start your African CKD program.
About THREEMI
THREEMI is the export brand of Shenzhen Sanmi Manufacturing Co., Ltd., a professional gas stove and kitchen appliance factory in Guangdong, China. With 400+ employees, a 20,000㎡ production facility, and an annual output of 3 million units, we serve wholesalers, distributors, brand owners, and e-commerce sellers in over 30 countries. Our factory is certified ISO9001, CCC, CE, UL, GS, ETL, NF, and SASO.
Start Your Local Assembly Line with THREEMI
We supply complete gas stove CKD (Complete Knock Down) kits, plus assembly guidance, worker training support, and equipment purchasing advice — so you can build a reliable local manufacturing operation. Contact us to plan your CKD program.
WhatsApp: +86 186 7003 0673
Email: logan@threemi.com
Website: www.threemi.com
