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Boom for Mombasa beauty artists as they blend tradition and modern style
Farhiya Hussein  |  Sep 09, 2024

Known for their sophisticated scents and impeccable grooming, the residents, both men and women, have created a vibrant market for entrepreneurs in th...

Henna art turns struggle into triumph for Mombasa’s young entrepreneur
Farhiya Hussein  |  Sep 08, 2024

What began as a necessity to support herself has blossomed into a thriving business and a platform for community engagement.

Feel Great Boutique opens at Business Bay Square Mall, bringing health products to Kenya
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Aug 10, 2024

The shop's proprietor, Nuura Maalim Abdullahi, expressed her satisfaction with finally opening the boutique after a long period of planning and establ...

Opinion: Beauty of embracing our natural skin colour
Amina Boru  |  Aug 03, 2024

Colourism – the preference for lighter skin over darker shades – has deep roots in colonial history and continues to influence societal standards of b...

Why Mombasa women are shifting to natural beauty products
Mishi Gongo  |  Jul 28, 2024

Stricter regulations and consumer awareness campaigns can help fight challenges posed by counterfeit products.

Eastleigh’s henna artists blending traditional and modern fashion
Charity Kilei  |  Jun 18, 2024

Henna is applied in all seasons, with a peak during festive occasions like Eid. It is also popular on weekends when numerous weddings are held, while...

Unmasking the hidden dangers of homemade skin bleaching creams
Charity Kilei  |  Jun 13, 2024

Most sellers of mkorogo have little knowledge about its potential side effects, focusing solely on the visible results.

Ropes, brass, salt, stone: Reinventing jewellery in Kenya
AFP  |  Mar 18, 2024

Her 2019 collection Salt of the Earth featured ropes, salt crystals and patinated blue-green brass, and was showcased in exhibitions at London's Victo...

Trailblazing Eastleigh makeup artist breaks barriers to rise to the top
Amina Wako  |  Mar 13, 2024

With her vibrant brush strokes and an unwavering spirit, Fatuo Hassan is not just a makeup artist but a trailblazer, breaking barriers and leaving an...

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