Kenya boasts a vibrant landscape of female entrepreneurs, each with a unique story and vision. Today, we celebrate nine remarkable women-owned businesses. Their entrepreneurial spirit knows no bounds as they implore innovation and leadership across diverse industries
1. Uncover Skincare: Founded by Sneha and Catherine, Uncover Skincare has a mission to empower women to feel confident and embrace their natural beauty. They believe in celebrating individuality and encouraging women to be their authentic selves. Find out more here.
2. Grounded: Grounded, a women-run manufacturer, creates eco-friendly cleaning products powered by Kenyan ingredients. These effective and safe products offer non-toxic alternatives for laundry, floors/surfaces, bathrooms, dishes, personal care, pets, and air. Find out more here.
3. LOOP Pet Food: Founded by Laura Stanford, LOOP Dog Food tackles the issue of pet food waste with its sustainable, complete, and balanced dry dog food. Their delicious and nutritious dog food is made with high-quality ingredients and delivered in eco-friendly packaging. Find out more here.
4. Floc Suspended: Founded by Nina Howard, Floc Suspended brings a touch of whimsy and artistry to the everyday with handcrafted macrame pieces. As exquisite jewellery for home decor, their work is a testament to the power of creativity and skilled craftsmanship. Find out more here.
4. Decor Interiors: Founded by interior designer Kamni Mehta, Decor Interiors transforms homes into havens of beauty and functionality. To create eco-conscious furniture and lighting, Decor Interiors started working with sisal. Their designs feature expert craftsmanship and stunning designs, showcasing contemporary earth tones. Find out more here.
6. By Earth: Founded by Sylvia Polini, By Earth creates natural body care products that focus on wellness and self-care. Our plant-based, eco-friendly products are handcrafted locally in Kenya. Our main aim is: to create and share with you products that will help you take care of the two most important places you live in – your body and the earth. Find out more.
7. Moffat Court Boutique Hotel: Located in Mombasa, this hotel offers guests a comfortable stay with an array of amenities. Air conditioning and free Wi-Fi are available in all rooms, allowing you to stay connected and cool. The small hotel also boasts a 24-hour front desk, room service, baggage storage, and a lounge for your convenience. Guests arriving by car can enjoy free parking. Find out more here.
8. Kuzi: Led by Katy Barnes, Kuzi provides green installations for businesses or workspaces, working with a wide range of pots and planters to offer a range of modern, Kenyan-made, easy-to-use plant care solutions, creating happy and healthy plant environments. Find out more here.
9. Arama Lifestyle: Creates a wide variety of activities and leisure options for seniors, offering a haven where they can experience freedom, comfort, safety, contentment, and happiness, freeing them from the challenges of day-to-day life. Find out more here.
These nine businesses are just a glimpse into the vast and impactful world of women-run enterprises. Their stories serve as a testament to the power of female leadership, innovation, and commitment to making a positive difference in the world. By supporting their businesses and sharing their stories, we can collectively empower more women and contribute to a more sustainable and equitable future.