12 metres with 100 star-shaped LEDs, and no cable to a socket — that last part is what makes solar string lights practical in a Kenyan garden, where the tree, the fence or the pergola you want to light is rarely near a power point. They charge by day and switch on at night automatically, so there is nothing to remember and nothing to pay for. The star shapes give a defined sparkle rather than plain points of light, which reads well through foliage and along a fence line. Use them on gardens, patios, balconies, verandas and outdoor entertaining areas, for festive seasons or permanently — 12m is enough to wrap a small tree or run a whole pergola.
Specifications
| Length | 12 metres |
| Lights | 100 star-shaped LEDs |
| Power | Solar, charges by day and lights at night |
| Running cost | None - no mains connection required |
| Suits | Gardens, patios, balconies, outdoor entertaining |
Buying guide
Position the solar panel, not the lights, for best results — it needs several hours of direct sun, so mount it clear of tree canopy and roof shade even if that means running the string away from it. Wipe the panel every few weeks; dust on a panel is the usual reason solar lights dim. Expect shorter run times after cloudy days, which is normal. Wrap a tree loosely rather than tightly, since branches grow and a tight string cuts in. Take them down and store them coiled, not knotted, if you only use them seasonally.
How it compares
Against mains fairy lights, solar needs no cable, no socket and no electricity, at the cost of depending on sunlight. Against the globe ball lights in the same range, stars give a sharper, more festive sparkle. For a permanently lit entertaining area, mains lighting is brighter and more consistent.
Frequently asked questions
How long do they stay lit?
It depends on how much sun the panel got that day. Expect shorter run times after cloudy weather - that is normal for solar.
Where should the solar panel go?
Somewhere with several hours of direct sun, clear of tree canopy and roof shade, even if the string runs away from it.
Can I leave them up all year?
Yes, they are designed for outdoor use. Wipe the panel every few weeks, since dust is the usual reason solar lights dim.
Do you deliver outside Nairobi?
Yes — same-day delivery within Nairobi and countrywide shipping to Mombasa, Kisumu, Nakuru, Eldoret and beyond, with payment by M-Pesa or on delivery.
Pairs well with
- Solar Powered Outdoor Ball String Lights, 12m with 100 Crystal Globe LEDs, IP65
- Solar Motion Sensor Wall Lamps, Pair
- Solar Motion Sensor Wall Lamp BK-100, 100 LEDs, 600 Lumens
Available at WIMU Kitchen, Nairobi. Same-day Nairobi delivery · countrywide shipping (Mombasa, Kisumu, Nakuru, Eldoret) · pay by M-Pesa or on delivery. Questions? WhatsApp +254 758 157 035.
Last updated: 1 May 2026
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|---|---|
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Quick answers from the WIMU Kitchen team. Need more help? WhatsApp us or email orders@wimukitchen.com.
How long do they stay lit?
It depends on how much sun the panel got that day. Expect shorter run times after cloudy weather - that is normal for solar.
Where should the solar panel go?
Somewhere with several hours of direct sun, clear of tree canopy and roof shade, even if the string runs away from it.
Can I leave them up all year?
Yes, they are designed for outdoor use. Wipe the panel every few weeks, since dust is the usual reason solar lights dim.
Do you deliver outside Nairobi?
Yes — same-day delivery within Nairobi and countrywide shipping to Mombasa, Kisumu, Nakuru, Eldoret and beyond, with payment by M-Pesa or on delivery.