Amaya ACD-365CL Type-C to Lightning Cable is available at Mascom International for KSh 260, a 1-metre flat braided black lead rated for up to 27W, with a Type-C plug at one end and a Lightning plug at the other. Amaya calls it a Super Fast Cable, and each unit is brand new and sealed. Lightning is Apple's slim plug on iPhone 5 through iPhone 14, older iPads and AirPods. Type-C is the small oval plug found on today's USB-C wall adapters. Paired with a USB-C Power Delivery adapter, the Amaya ACD-365CL Type-C to Lightning Cable lets an iPhone fast-charge. Find it at Old Mutual Building, Kimathi Street, Nairobi CBD.
Built for lawyers, doctors, estate agents and Strathmore and USIU students across Kenya who still carry an iPhone 11, 12, 13 or 14, the Amaya ACD-365CL Type-C to Lightning Cable solves a quiet frustration. The old USB-A lead charges slowly, and the round white cord that came with the phone tends to split near the plug. A flat braided cord stands up to daily handling far better. Plug it into a USB-C PD adapter and your iPhone refills in the short gaps between client meetings, ward rounds or lectures, which matters on days when KPLC power is patchy.
Where most Nairobi electronics shops offer loose Lightning cables with no box and no comeback, Mascom International sells the Amaya ACD-365CL Type-C to Lightning Cable sealed, with a 6-month warranty and a service desk you can walk into. Buyers throughout Kenya report that switching from a USB-A lead to a USB-C PD setup is the single change that makes an older iPhone feel quicker to charge. At KSh 260, the Amaya ACD-365CL Type-C to Lightning Cable is a modest spend for that gain. Try it in store on Kimathi Street, or order on WhatsApp for pay-on-arrival delivery.
Common Questions About the Amaya ACD-365CL Type-C to Lightning Cable
How much is the Amaya ACD-365CL Type-C to Lightning Cable in Kenya?
The Amaya ACD-365CL Type-C to Lightning Cable costs KSh 260 at Mascom International in Nairobi, brand new and sealed in its Amaya box. The price includes the 1-metre flat braided cable and a 6-month warranty covering manufacturing defects, with pay-on-arrival delivery to every county. It does not include a wall adapter. In the same flat braided family, it sits KSh 90 above the Amaya ACD-365CC Type-C to Type-C Cable and KSh 40 above the round PVC Amaya ACD-CL77 Type-C to Lightning Cable.
Is the Amaya ACD-365CL better than the Amaya ACD-CL77?
Both cables are 1 metre long and rated for 27W, so they fast-charge an iPhone at the same rate from the same adapter. The Amaya ACD-CL77 Type-C to Lightning Cable costs KSh 220 and has a round PVC jacket. The Amaya ACD-365CL Type-C to Lightning Cable costs KSh 260 and has a flat braided cord. Choose the ACD-CL77 for a lead that stays fixed beside the bed or desk. Choose the ACD-365CL if the cable goes in and out of a bag every day.
Which iPhones does the Amaya ACD-365CL Type-C to Lightning Cable fast-charge?
The Amaya ACD-365CL Type-C to Lightning Cable fits every iPhone from iPhone 5 to iPhone 14, and fast-charges iPhone 8 and later from a USB-C PD adapter of 20W or more. Apple states those models can reach about 50 percent in around 30 minutes on such an adapter. iPhone 5 to iPhone 7 still charge through it, just at standard speed. iPhone 15 and later use Type-C instead of Lightning, so they need the Amaya ACD-365CC Type-C to Type-C Cable.
Will the Amaya ACD-365CL charge my iPhone from a power bank on a matatu or during a KPLC outage?
Yes, provided your power bank has a USB-C output; the Amaya ACD-365CL Type-C to Lightning Cable will not fit the older rectangular USB-A port. On a long matatu ride or a dark evening during a KPLC outage, a USB-C PD power bank and this lead keep an M-Pesa phone alive. Remember that 27W is the most the cable can carry; the real speed depends on your power bank or charger and on what the iPhone accepts. For USB-A power banks, the Amaya ACD-L77 USB to Lightning Cable fits instead.
Does the Amaya ACD-365CL work with AirPods and older iPads?
Yes, the Amaya ACD-365CL Type-C to Lightning Cable charges any AirPods or AirPods Pro case with a Lightning port, plus older iPads and iPad mini models that use Lightning. That means one cord can top up your phone and earbuds from the same USB-C adapter on a work trip to Mombasa or Kisumu. Check the port on your case first, because recent AirPods cases have moved to Type-C. Mascom International staff can look at your case and confirm the fit at the counter.
Can I back up or sync my iPhone with the Amaya ACD-365CL Type-C to Lightning Cable?
The Amaya ACD-365CL Type-C to Lightning Cable is sold as a Super Fast Cable, and Amaya's box lists no data speed, so treat charging as its main job. If moving photos and files to a laptop through iTunes or Finder matters to you, the Amaya ACD-337CL Type-C to Lightning Cable lists 480Mbps, which is USB 2.0 data speed. It costs KSh 340 and adds metal plugs. For iPhone owners who back up to iCloud over Safaricom or home Wi-Fi, the ACD-365CL covers daily needs.
Which charger should I buy with the Amaya ACD-365CL Type-C to Lightning Cable?
The Amaya ACW-U54S Wall Charger is the natural partner for the Amaya ACD-365CL Type-C to Lightning Cable, giving 20W USB-C PD for KSh 500. Together they cost KSh 760 and unlock iPhone fast charging. A bigger adapter such as the 45W Amaya ACW-U45 Wall Charger also works, and the iPhone simply draws what it needs. If you already own a USB-C adapter from a MacBook or an Android phone, try it with this cable first, since most USB-C PD adapters will do the job.
Who should buy the Amaya ACD-365CL Type-C to Lightning Cable, and who should skip it?
Buy the Amaya ACD-365CL Type-C to Lightning Cable if you use an iPhone 8 to iPhone 14, own or plan to buy a USB-C PD adapter, and want a cord that survives a bag. Skip it if you have an iPhone 15 or later, which takes the Amaya ACD-365CC Type-C to Type-C Cable. Skip it too if your only charger has a USB-A port and you would rather not replace it; the Amaya ACD-L77 USB to Lightning Cable costs KSh 110 and suits that setup.
Technical Specifications
Core Function and Charging
- Rated for up to 27W, as printed on the Amaya box — comfortably above the 20W that iPhone fast charging typically uses.
- Labelled a Super Fast Cable by Amaya — designed first for quick iPhone charging rather than for rated data transfer.
- Type-C source end — draws from USB-C Power Delivery adapters, the standard that lets an iPhone request a faster charging rate.
- Lightning device end — the slim reversible Apple plug, so it slots into the phone either way up without fumbling.
- Enables fast charging on iPhone 8 and later — Apple states about 50 percent in around 30 minutes on a 20W adapter.
- No data speed listed — iPhone owners who sync often should look at a cable with a stated 480Mbps rating.
Compatibility
- Fits iPhone 5 through iPhone 14, including SE models, with fast charging from iPhone 8 onwards given a PD adapter.
- Charges AirPods and AirPods Pro cases with a Lightning port, plus older iPads and iPad mini models that use Lightning.
- Works with any USB-C PD adapter, including the Amaya ACW-U54S Wall Charger (20W) and the Amaya ACW-U45 Wall Charger (45W).
- Works with USB-C power banks and MacBook or laptop USB-C ports, though charging speed depends on that port's output.
- Not for iPhone 15 and later, which use Type-C, and not for chargers or power banks with only a USB-A port.
Build and Durability
- Flat braided cord — the woven jacket resists the splitting near the plug that ends the life of many round white leads.
- Flat profile — coils into a neat, slim bundle that sits flat in a handbag, briefcase or glovebox.
- Black finish — shows less grime than white cords, so it looks tidy on a reception desk or bedside table.
- 1-metre length — reaches from a socket to your hand on the sofa, or from a power bank in a pocket to your phone.
- Sealed Amaya retail box — confirms a fresh, unopened unit rather than a loose cable of unknown history.
Inclusions and Support
- One Amaya ACD-365CL Type-C to Lightning Cable in its retail box — no wall adapter or extra accessories come with it.
- Brand new and sealed — the cable reaches you in Amaya's original packaging, unopened and unused.
- Covered by the Mascom International warranty described below — keep the receipt so any claim is quick to process.
- Pay-on-arrival delivery — inspect the sealed box before you pay, whether you live in Nairobi or upcountry.
- In-store fit check — bring your iPhone, AirPods or adapter to Kimathi Street and confirm it works before buying.
Package Contents
The Amaya box contains one Amaya ACD-365CL Type-C to Lightning Cable, 1 metre long, with a flat braided black cord, a Type-C plug and a Lightning plug. There is no wall adapter in the box. To get iPhone fast charging, pair it with a USB-C PD adapter of 20W or more; Mascom International sells the Amaya ACW-U54S Wall Charger separately for KSh 500. Check the seal when your order arrives.
Warranty
The Amaya ACD-365CL Type-C to Lightning Cable comes with a 6-month warranty from Mascom International, covering manufacturing defects under normal use. Keep your receipt, and bring any claim to our Nairobi CBD service desk at Old Mutual Building, Kimathi Street.
Where to Buy the Amaya ACD-365CL Type-C to Lightning Cable in Kenya
The Amaya ACD-365CL Type-C to Lightning Cable is stocked at Mascom International, Old Mutual Building, First Floor Room 4, Kimathi Street, Nairobi CBD. Our doors are open Monday through Saturday, 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM. Bring your iPhone and adapter, and we will plug them in so you can watch it fast-charge before paying. The cable comes in black.
Reach our team for orders or advice through:
- Phone/WhatsApp: +254 708 852 521
- Email: info@mascomintl.com
- Website: www.mascomintl.com
We deliver pay-on-arrival to all 47 counties. Nairobi and its environs get same-day delivery, and buyers in Mombasa, Nakuru, Eldoret, Kakamega and other major towns receive orders the next business day. Mandera, Wajir, Marsabit, Lamu, Tana River, and Turkana receive delivery within 2-3 business days. Your purchase is backed by the 6-month warranty above. We stand behind accurate specifications, fair prices and real after-sales help from a store you can visit.
