“It was like I never existed before Undugu and it never occurred to me that I was searching for wealth elsewhere when it was readily available and accessible within my village. The best way to pay back Undugu is to employ my privileged position in the service of others”. Mr. Harun …
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Teresiah Waithera has worked with Undugu since 2008. She specialises in making Nativity and Last Supper figurines from banana fibre and maize cobs. She also makes picture frames, Maasai dolls and assorted animals and other accessories from banana fibre. Undugu has supported her by marketing her products, creating a demand for her products. She …
Francis Odhiambo makes jewellery from soapstone, animal horns, bones and any other material that can create a beautiful piece of art. Fred has worked with Undugu since 1992. He says, “Undugu has empowered me economically and I can provide for my family.” By working with Undugu, Francis has been able to purchase land on which …
David is a producer of abstract art made from recycled bottle tops and metal wire. With the proceeds of his payments, he has been able to educate his four children Patrick, Rose, Leonard and Hannah. He has also been able to purchase a dairy cow from which he sells milk to his neighbours. He says, …