Kazuri Beads

Such an amazing program for women coming out of abusive relationships or widowed. A source of income and a sense of family since 1975! Beautiful beads, jewelry, key chains and you are able to make your own creations! Second time.being here and highly recommend!

A really well run and beautiful social enterprise where they employ women to make beads from clay that is sourced from Mount Kenya. The designs are also very tastefully done and of high quality. Definitely would recommend for a visit and the prices are reasonable, they make great gifts and souvenirs. You get to see the whole process of how the beads are made, baked , painted and put together.

Founded in 1975, Kazuri started as a small initiative to help single mothers in Nairobi gain employment. Today, it supports over 300 women artisans and is a certified Fair Trade producer, shipping jewellery and pottery all over the world. Excellent place to buy genuine beads, pottery items. Prices are in US dollars usually and credit cards are accepted. There is a 30 min tour of the factory and then the showroom where you can buy. Profits go towards to helping single mothers here

Enjoyed our visit in Kazuri Beads! Philip did a free tour of the factory and learned how they create them from start to finish. The craftsmanship and mission of Kazuri beads is definitely worth a visit! We also made our own bracelets with Lucy and Salome who were awesome and made the whole experience fun!

I am a local guide and i took my clients here. They were impressed by the artwork and they actually bought some beads to take back home in Denmark to show off to their friends

The concept of a bead workshop to help single mothers is great. Not sure how it went from this concept to a place that charges an arm and a leg with a less than enthused guide in Karen, a posh area of Nairobi. I guess it’s one way to nonprofit-wash a business and exploit the locals. New location is in a fancy office park.

Great place to visit and be shown how the beads are locally & uniquely made and hand crafted. Then you have an awesome opportunity to create your very own bracelets, necklaces and earrings. There's a café on site for those who also just want to chill...if that's your vibe.

If you're looking for bead work to gift someone, this is an ideal stop. Located conveniently off Karen-Langata road, Kazuri is a workshop dealing with handmade,yes, handmade jewellery,ranging from bracelets, earrings and necklaces. On site is a factory tour., take it to appreciate the beadwork and dedication into making the pieces magnificent!