Nairobi Handicraft Stories

Waste, industrial effluent continue to choke Nairobi River despite clean-up efforts
Charity Kilei  |  Dec 22, 2024

Many dump their rubbish into open sewers that eventually flow into the Nairobi River, while others burn their waste or throw it directly into the rive...

From kitchen to workshop: How craftsmen are revolutionising sculpture polishing using gas cylinders
Charity Kilei  |  Sep 25, 2024

The soft, controllable heat allows Peter to reveal subtle textures and nuances in each piece, enhancing the depth and richness of the colours.

After demolitions, now power outage adds to woes facing Kamukunji artisans
Charity Kilei  |  Sep 11, 2024

The artisans are required to raise Sh2.1 million for a transformer dedicated to their cooperativethat that would give them reliable power supply.

Nairobi handicraft industry struggles with low sales post-demolitions
Charity Kilei  |  Jul 04, 2024

The artisans, who already faced numerous challenges, are grappling with significant losses, amounting to millions, as the vibrant marketplace falls si...

Majengo slum residents turn to wood waste in quest for cheap cooking fuel
Charity Kilei  |  Jun 03, 2024

They are using waste wood from the Nairobi Handicraft Cooperative Society as it is cheap and readily available.

Demolitions threaten survival of Nairobi handicraft artisans
Charity Kilei  |  May 29, 2024

Many traders who joined the society as young men are now grappling with the devastating effects of demolitions, facing the daunting prospect of starti...

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