Amaya AU101-V8 Wall Charger is available at Mascom International for KSh 720, brand new and sealed, packed with a USB to Micro-USB cable, the connector many Kenyans simply call V8. The Amaya AU101-V8 Wall Charger shares its adapter body with the Type-C version of the AU101 family: one USB-A port rated at 2.4A, equal to about 12W on standard 5V USB power. The unit is black and carries a UK 3-pin plug for Kenyan sockets. Amaya, a Chinese mobile-accessories maker, supplies it in a retail box, and you can collect one from our Kimathi Street shop in Nairobi CBD.
Designed for M-Pesa agents, market traders, NGO field staff and families who still run older Android phones, the Amaya AU101-V8 Wall Charger keeps Micro-USB devices working without hunting for a matching lead. Many new chargers now ship only with Type-C cables, so owners of an older Itel or Tecno handset end up borrowing chargers or buying loose cables of unknown quality. The Amaya AU101-V8 Wall Charger solves that with a matched pair in one box. Its 2.4A rating also covers Bluetooth speakers, power banks and rechargeable torches that charge through the same narrow port found on older gadgets.
Where most Nairobi electronics shops have moved their shelves over to Type-C kits, Mascom International still keeps a sealed Micro-USB option in stock. At Mascom International, we're seeing steady demand from buyers in Kisumu, Eldoret and Nakuru who keep an older phone as a dedicated M-Pesa or business line. The Amaya AU101-V8 Wall Charger gives that second phone a reliable, warrantied source of power. Walk into the store to see it in person, or send a WhatsApp message and have it delivered with payment on arrival.
Common Questions About the Amaya AU101-V8 Wall Charger
What is the Amaya AU101-V8 Wall Charger price in Kenya?
The Amaya AU101-V8 Wall Charger sells for KSh 720 brand new at Mascom International on Kimathi Street, Nairobi. The price includes the black 2.4A adapter, a USB to Micro-USB cable and a 6-month warranty covering manufacturing defects. You can pay when the parcel reaches you anywhere in Kenya, or pay at the counter. The same AU101 adapter with a USB to Type-C cable, the Amaya AU101-C29 Wall Charger, costs KSh 560, so the Micro-USB kit is KSh 160 dearer.
How does the Amaya AU101-V8 Wall Charger compare with the Amaya ACW-U50S-M06 Wall Charger?
Both the Amaya AU101-V8 Wall Charger and the Amaya ACW-U50S-M06 Wall Charger are rated at 2.4A on a USB-A port and come with a USB to Micro-USB cable. The ACW-U50S-M06 costs KSh 240, which is KSh 480 less, so it is the better pick when price decides. Choose the Amaya AU101-V8 Wall Charger if you already use AU101 adapters at home or work and want a matching set. Ask our staff to show you both boxes side by side before you decide.
Can the Amaya AU101-V8 Wall Charger keep an M-Pesa agent phone running all day?
Yes, the Amaya AU101-V8 Wall Charger suits a Micro-USB phone used for M-Pesa, Lipa na M-Pesa or Pochi la Biashara payments through a busy day. Its 2.4A output refills a drained battery faster than a 1A charger during short gaps between KPLC outages. The UK 3-pin plug fits standard sockets in kiosks, shops and stalls without an adapter. For agents on Safaricom or Airtel, a charged line means no missed customer confirmations or float alerts while the shop is open.
Who should buy the Amaya AU101-V8 Wall Charger, and who should skip it?
The Amaya AU101-V8 Wall Charger is for owners of Micro-USB phones, speakers, power banks and torches who want a fresh charger and cable together. Parents sending an older phone with a child to a boarding school or university hostel often buy it as the phone's only charger. Skip it if every device you own uses Type-C; the Amaya AU101-C29 Wall Charger costs less and fits those ports. Buyers of newer phones that accept faster charging should look at the Amaya ACW-U35 Wall Charger instead.
Which devices work with the Amaya AU101-V8 Wall Charger?
The Amaya AU101-V8 Wall Charger works with any device that charges through a Micro-USB port, including many older Itel, Tecno, Infinix and Samsung phones. Budget tablets, feature phones with Micro-USB sockets, older Bluetooth speakers, wireless mice and many power banks use the same connector. Rechargeable torches and small solar lamp kits sold across Kenya often charge through Micro-USB too. Check the port shape first: Micro-USB is narrow with sloped sides, while Type-C is oval and fits either way up.
Can I charge a Type-C phone with the Amaya AU101-V8 Wall Charger?
You can charge a Type-C phone with the Amaya AU101-V8 Wall Charger adapter if you plug in a USB-A to Type-C cable instead of the supplied Micro-USB lead. The adapter has a standard USB-A port, so any USB-A cable fits it. The included cable will not fit a Type-C port, and forcing it damages the socket. Households with both kinds of phone often keep this kit and add a Type-C cable, sharing one adapter between two devices at different times.
Is the Amaya AU101-V8 Wall Charger good for charging a power bank?
The Amaya AU101-V8 Wall Charger is a sensible match for power banks that take Micro-USB input, which is still common on budget models in Kenya. The power bank draws whatever current it is designed for, up to the adapter's 2.4A rating. Charging the power bank while mains power is on gives you a backup for the evening if KPLC cuts supply. Check the input rating printed on your power bank to know how quickly it will fill.
Is the Amaya AU101-V8 Wall Charger useful for a phone repair kiosk or cyber café?
The Amaya AU101-V8 Wall Charger is a practical bench charger for repair kiosks, cyber cafés and phone shops that still see Micro-USB customers daily. A technician can test whether a phone's charging port works using a known-good adapter and cable. Shops in Nairobi CBD, Industrial Area and county towns keep one Micro-USB kit beside their Type-C chargers for exactly this job. If the unit develops a manufacturing fault, the 6-month warranty applies at our Kimathi Street service desk.
Technical Specifications
Core Function
- 2.4A rated output on one USB-A port — more than double a basic 1A charger, so a drained battery recovers faster during short power windows.
- About 12W at the standard 5V USB voltage — the right level for phones, speakers, torches and power banks that use Micro-USB.
- Single-port layout — the device you plug in receives the full 2.4A rather than sharing it with a second gadget.
- Same AU101 adapter as the Type-C kit — the only difference between the two boxes is the cable that comes with it.
- Standard USB charging with no special protocol — any Micro-USB device begins drawing current as soon as you connect it.
- Plugs straight into the wall socket — no loose brick or extension lead lying on the floor of a shop or hostel room.
Compatibility
- Micro-USB devices of every common type — older Android phones, feature phones, budget tablets, speakers, mice and rechargeable lamps.
- Older Itel, Tecno, Infinix and Samsung handsets — many of these still use Micro-USB and charge normally from this kit.
- Power banks with Micro-USB input — charge them while mains power is on, then use the stored power after a blackout.
- Type-C phones with a different cable — the USB-A port accepts any USB-A to Type-C lead you already own.
- Not suited to iPhone without a separate Lightning or Type-C cable — the supplied Micro-USB lead does not fit Apple ports.
- Not meant for laptops — notebooks need far more power through USB-C, so look at the Amaya HU701 Wall Charger for that job.
Build
- Black adapter housing — the dark colour keeps marks from daily handling less visible in shops, offices and kiosks.
- UK 3-pin plug, the Type G standard — fits Kenyan wall sockets directly, with no travel converter between plug and wall.
- Compact single-port face — one USB-A slot, so plugging in by torchlight during a power cut stays simple.
- Separate cable and adapter — a worn Micro-USB lead can be swapped on its own without discarding a working adapter.
- Sealed Amaya retail box — proof that the unit has not been handled, used or exchanged before you open it.
- Wall-mounted body — the adapter hangs from the socket, keeping desks and counters clear for other equipment and stock.
Inclusions
- Amaya AU101-V8 Wall Charger adapter — black, 2.4A, single USB-A port, with its UK 3-pin plug attached.
- USB to Micro-USB cable, also known as a V8 cable — matched to the adapter for charging out of the box.
- No extra purchase needed for Micro-USB devices — phone, speaker, torch or power bank can charge on day one.
- Standard USB-A cable end — the lead also works with laptop USB ports, car chargers and multi-port hubs.
- Pay-on-arrival option — open the parcel and check the sealed box before handing over cash or an M-Pesa payment.
- Two-kit household cost — one AU101-V8 and one AU101-C29 together come to KSh 1,280, covering both connector types.
Package Contents
Inside the Amaya AU101-V8 Wall Charger box you will find exactly two items, sealed in Amaya's retail packaging:
- Amaya AU101-V8 Wall Charger adapter, black, 2.4A single USB-A port, UK 3-pin plug
- USB to Micro-USB (V8) cable
There are no earphones, cases or spare cables in the box. If you also need a Type-C lead, our staff can recommend one at the counter or on WhatsApp.
Warranty
The Amaya AU101-V8 Wall Charger carries a 6-month warranty from Mascom International covering manufacturing defects in the adapter and the supplied Micro-USB cable under normal use. Claims are handled at our Nairobi CBD service desk in the Old Mutual Building, so keep your receipt with the charger.
Buying the Amaya AU101-V8 Wall Charger from Mascom International
You can pick up the Amaya AU101-V8 Wall Charger at Mascom International, Old Mutual Building, First Floor Room 4, Kimathi Street, Nairobi CBD, Monday through Saturday, 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM. Bring your Micro-USB phone or speaker and try the charger on it before you pay. The kit comes in black.
For orders, stock checks or advice on which cable your device needs, contact us on:
- Phone/WhatsApp: +254 708 852 521
- Email: info@mascomintl.com
- Website: www.mascomintl.com
Delivery is pay-on-arrival to all 47 counties. Nairobi and its environs get same-day delivery, and buyers in Kisumu, Eldoret, Nyeri, Machakos 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 covered by the 6-month warranty described above. We state ratings as they appear on the box, price every item openly and answer after-sales questions on the same WhatsApp line you ordered from.
