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Black-Owned Marketplace

Shop Local. Support Black.

Sokoni means "marketplace" in Swahili. Discover unique products from Black entrepreneurs across Windsor, London, Kitchener, Hamilton and Toronto.

135+
Products
59
Vendors
5
Cities

Featured Products

Handpicked selections from our talented vendors across Ontario

Dimma Co-ord Ankara Set New

Dimma Co-ord Ankara Set

Niella Creation

Windsor
$72.99
FLOURISH Natural Soy Wax Candle Popular

FLOURISH Soy Candle

Gratitude and Light

London
$30.00
Kinky Straight Headband Wig

Kinky Straight Headband Wig

EM Wigs

Toronto
$165.99
Dami Jump Suit With African Print Peplum Belt Sale

Dami Jump Suit

Niella Creation

Windsor
$67.00 $79.70

How It Works

For Buyers

1

Search for Items

Use the search panel and filters to find exactly what you're looking for.

2

Contact the Seller

Chat on Sokoni or call via phone. Discuss details and negotiate price.

3

Meet & Pay Safely

Meet seller in a public place. Pay only after collecting your item.

4

Leave Feedback

Your feedback helps other buyers and builds our community.

For Sellers

1

Register for Free

Sign up using your email and phone number. It's completely free!

2

Take Great Photos

Use your smartphone to capture your items in the best light.

3

Create Your Listing

Add title, description, price and category. Submit for review.

4

Start Selling

Your ad goes live within hours. Answer messages and make sales!

Safety Tips

No advance payment
Meet in public
Check item before buying

Featured Vendors

Meet some of the talented entrepreneurs selling on Sokoni

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Niella Creation

Fashion & Apparel

Beautiful African print fashion including co-ord sets, dresses, and lounge wear.

Ankara Sets Dresses Jumpsuits
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Gratitude and Light

Home & Candles

Handcrafted natural soy wax candles with inspiring scents and meaningful names.

Soy Candles Gift Sets Home Decor
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EM Wigs

Beauty & Hair

Premium quality wigs and hair accessories for every style and occasion.

Wigs Extensions Accessories

About Sokoni

Sokoni - the marketplace was founded in Windsor and started with a $3,000 Multicultural capacity grant in the fall of 2017. Through donations and volunteers we were able to keep it alive till 2021 when we thankfully received the Black Entrepreneurship Program grant from the Federal Economic Development Agency of Ontario under the Black Entrepreneurship Program - Ecosystem fund.

Free vendor registration
Business support
Pop-up markets
Training & workshops
Sokoni Marketplace

What Our Community Says

Real stories from entrepreneurs who've grown with Sokoni

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"The physical market has helped the most to really get my brand out there. It allowed me to meet new customers and other creative entrepreneurs. Sokoni has also contributed to my confidence and resilience."
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Telishia Hurst Vendor, Windsor
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"Since connecting with Sokoni, my business has grown exponentially. I recommend new and old entrepreneurs to come join an awesome community."
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Neika Pryce Vendor, London
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"Sokoni is a wonderful resource for Black entrepreneurs in Windsor-Essex. The sessions and webinars are insightful and the team works hard to make sure entrepreneurs have what they need."
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Zule Ankamah Vendor, Kitchener

Frequently Asked Questions

Register for free using your email and phone number. Take great photos of your products, create your listing with title, description, price and category, then submit for review. Your listing goes live within hours!

Yes! Registering and listing your products on Sokoni is completely free. We're here to support Black entrepreneurs without financial barriers.

Sokoni currently operates in Windsor, London, Kitchener, Hamilton, and Toronto. We're continually expanding to serve more Black entrepreneurs across Ontario.

Register as a vendor on Sokoni and you'll receive information about upcoming pop-up market opportunities in your area. These are great chances to meet customers face-to-face!

Each product listing includes the seller's contact information. You can chat directly through Sokoni or call via phone to discuss details and negotiate price.

Ready to Join Sokoni?

Whether you want to shop from amazing Black-owned businesses or start selling your own products, Sokoni is here for you.