Small Business Awards

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50 Finalists of the Small Business Awards 2023 JOIN the incredible Community of Small Business Leaders
The top 50 finalists of the Small Business Awards were officially welcomed into the Community of Small Business Leaders during the Small Business Awards Ceremony 2023 event co-hosted by Deloitte East Africa and held on 29th September, 2023 in Nairobi. 

We wish them success!

The Community of Small Business Leaders
This community provides opportunities for these Small Business Leaders to access resources such as financial and digital tools, funding opportunities, and connections. It serves as a platform for them to connect, network, collaborate, share knowledge and experiences, and learn from one another.
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Networking

Helps them build relationships, create opportunities, and expand their network.

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Access to Resources

Provide access to Resources such as Financial and Digital Tools and Resources, Funding Opportunities, and other Business Support.

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Learning and Knowledge sharing

Provides an opportunity to share best practices, strategies, and insights, helping each other overcome challenges and grow their businesses.

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Support and Motivation

Provide a Support System where members will seek advice, share successes and failures, and find motivation during tough times.

Meet the 2023 Small Business LEADERS
CRAFTS LOGO - crafts with meaning
Caroline Ng'ang'a

Founder, Crafts With Meaning

WINNER - Small Business of the Year Award

Website
DIRO Edited Logo - Dianga Ochino
Dianga Ochino

Founder, DIRO Jewellers

WINNER - Female-Owned Small Business of the Year Award

Website
Screenshot_20230913_174421_Drive - Ephraim Okeyo
Ephraim Okeyo

Founder, Kono Farm Entreprise

WINNER - Youth-Owned Small Business of the Year Award

Instagram
ECOBANA LTD - Lennox Omondi
Lennox Omondi

Founder, EcoBana Limited

WINNER - The Youngest Small Business Owner of the Year

Website
ChairsRus-Logo - Rakhi Shah

Rakhi Shah

Director, Chairs R Us Ltd.

WINNER - Fastest Growing Small Business Award

Website
ANDY SPEAKS LOGO FC-100 - Dr Sylvia Mochabo Akinsiku
Sylvia Akinsiku

Founder, Andy Speaks 4 Special Needs Persons

WINNER - Diversity and inclusion Award

Website
Roka Logo-PNG - RoKa Bags Africa
Robert Mrima

Founder, Roka Bags Africa

WINNER - Sustainability Award

Website
JOWI FM
David Bondo

Founder, Jowi FM

WINNER - Community Impact Award

Facebook
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Ann Tobiko

Founder, Meishan International Merchants

1ST RUNNER-UP - Female-Owned Small Business of the Year Award

Website
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Alice Kariuki

Founder, Candle of Hope Beauty Clinic

2ND RUNNER-UP - Female-Owned Small Business of the Year Award

Facebook
IMG-20220418-WA0086 - ASHA SADI
Asha Rashid

Founder, Ayshah Maji Safi

4TH POSITION - Female-Owned Small Business of the Year Award

Website
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Moreen Njeri

Founder, Mauca Welders and Fabricators

5TH POSITION - Female-Owned Small Business of the Year Award

Facebook
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Rebecca Kagendo

Founder, Tikiti Foods

Facebook
THE XENRY CLEANING
Vallery Dulo

Founder, The Xenry Cleaning Services Ltd.

Website
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Bethsheba Otuga

Founder, Ahadi Reusable Pads

Website
THARAKA GREEN GOLD
Catherine Kareaikwa

Founder, Tharaka Green Gold Creative Concepts

Website
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Plister Omuga

Founder, Victoria Eco-Farm Ltd.

Facebook
IMG-20230121-WA0005 - Eva Wanjiru
Eva Wanjiru

Founder, Aberdare Cottages and Fishing Lodge

Instagram
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Philemon Saina

Founder, Cullen East Africa Ltd.

Website
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Oscar I Mukiri

Founder, Mwani Africa

LinkedIn
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Keren Makari

Founder, Smart Sensory Ltd.

Website
Target Space Blue-(caps) - Mr. Joseph Onoka
Joseph Onoka

Founder, Target Space

Website
OPTIBIZ BAG
Peris Gichia

Founder, Optibiz Fashion and Design

Facebook
GES - Grace Gitiha
Grace Gitiha

Founder, Green Eco Solutions Ltd.

Website
OPERATIONS 20230914_115806 - The Wafula
Simeon Wafula

Founder, Daveon Solar Solutions

Website
NAINCHU HONEY
Martin Mbaya

Founder, Nainchu Farms Ltd.

Instagram
KITUI
Kitui Multi Processors Ltd.

Kitui

Website
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Abigael Rop

Founder, Board Games-Cards and Toys Kenya

Website
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Peter Kiragu

Founder, Kibera Holiday Safaris

Website
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Faith Imbali

Founder, Fayorganiks

Instagram
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Judith Kafani

Founder, Afyaboost Care Ltd.

Website
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Mary Waweru

Founder, Maryam Furniture KE

Facebook
NOEL MIGORI
Noel Odhiambo

Founder, Noelas Tailoring Enterprises

Website
Autumn Studio Logo - Eva Mwangi
Eva Mwangi

Founder, Autumn Framing Studio

Website
KENTE CREATIONS
Linda Achieng

Founder, Kente Creations

Website
SUNRISE TOURS flier23 - Nina Bryans
Peninah Nkonge

Founder, Sunrise Tours and Safaris Ltd.

Website
SOI DESIGNS STUDIO
Catherine Soi

Founder, Soi designs studio

Facebook
20230321_074550 - Charllotte Omondi
Charllotte Omondi

Founder, Entice Decor Kisumu

Website
IMG-20230907-WA0059 - Grace Moreka
Grace Moreka

Founder, Amore Kenya

Website
Thinkillustrate Logo - Jacqueline Wahome
Jackie Wahome

Founder, Thinkillustrate

Website
ROAK SWAHILI
Rosaly Akinyi

Founder, Roak Swahili Wear

Instagram
MHOGO
Elizabeth Gikebe

Founder, Mhogo Foods

Website
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Charyl Odhiambo

Founder, Che Dreamakers Ltd.

Website
IMG-20191014-WA0071-3 - Neema Kinoti
Neema Kinoti

Founder, Ohana Family Wear Ltd.

Website
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Adelaide Njeri

Founder, Ajani House

Instagram
Kasmara Mukami
Kasmara Dallah

Founder, Teascape Africa Ltd.

Website
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Lilian Songok

Founder, Gavo Foods International LTD.

Website
TWA Logo - Ann Gitari

Ann Gitari

Founder, The Writing Agency - Kenya

Website
SHARIEZ HANDMADE
Sharon Cherotich

Founder, Shariez Handmade

Instagram
Masedi LTD - Logo - Masedi masedi
Jacquiline Kithinji

Founder, Masedi Limited

Website
Watch the 2023 Small Business LEADERS Video (1 minute)