Kariokor Market Stories

Kalembe Ndile and the Kariokor tyre men: A story of survival, skill and silent impact
Margaret Wanjiru  |  Jun 07, 2025

Tyres aren’t made to be easily cut—they’re industrial-grade, built to withstand weather, friction, and heavy loads, which is exactly why Kalembe Ndile...

Thread by thread: Kariokor’s women weavers stitch culture, resilience, and hope into every bag
Margaret Wanjiru  |  May 20, 2025

They dream of formalising the supply chain, getting access to e-commerce platforms, establishing collection hubs, and maybe even starting their own ex...

Forging the future: How Kelvin Kimuyu is reviving brass craft in Nairobi’s Kariokor Market
Margaret Wanjiru  |  May 18, 2025

Kimuyu begins his craft by sourcing brass from trusted local vendors in Nairobi, often selecting clean sheets or rods of the metal that are free from...

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