Margaret Maina

Nakuru

Contributor Journalist at Nation Media Group

Nation Media Group Nakuru Regional office covering South Rift Region. 6th floor, Tower 1 Building, Moi road +254719038971

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Articles

How AI tech meets beekeeping and pollination in Kenya

5 days ago | nation.africa | Margaret Maina

What you need to know:Pollen Patrollers supplies bees to farmers and leverages AI-driven precision pollination at Sh1,290 per acre. The technology maps farmlands, ensuring comprehensive pollination coverage to maximise harvests. Margaret Wanjiku has spent years in community development, engaging farmers to improve their practices and equipping them with the knowledge and tools needed to increase harvests and enhance sustainability.
How firm transformed aloe vera extracts to meet the demands of a growing market

1 week ago | nation.africa | Margaret Maina

Aloe vera grows in abundance in Kenya, and one industry insider identified a significant untapped opportunity. While the plant's renowned medicinal and cosmetic benefits were well known, the market was missing a crucial component: the need for high quality, structured aloe vera extracts that could meet the growing demands of the pharmaceutical, food and beauty sectors.
Inside Nakuru woman’s plan to transform potato farming

2 weeks ago | nation.africa | Margaret Maina

Potatoes are a critical piece of the country’s economic puzzle. Growing in significance and demand, these tubers provide a steady income for smallholder farmers and drive local economies. From villages to urban markets, potatoes are deeply woven into the fabric of Kenya’s farming system. However, challenges such as low yields, poor-quality seeds, diseases and climate change continue to hinder the growth of Kenya’s potato industry.
‘My bakery business outgrew my home kitchen and now employs a team of over 30 workers’

3 weeks ago | nation.africa | Margaret Maina

When Adelaide Njeri first introduced herself as a baker, she quickly learned that certain professions are not always taken seriously, and people would often give her a look that questioned whether it was a “real job”.
Startup’s hot, bold and unique flavours revolutionising the culinary world

1 month ago | nation.africa | Margaret Maina

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Sustainable dreads: I recycle synthetic hair to dreadlocks

1 month ago | nation.africa | Margaret Maina

Sustainability is impacting even the most unlikely sectors of the retail industry. Synthetic hair, once seen as a one-time-use product, is finding a new purpose. The synthetic wigs, weaves, and extensions that once adorned the heads of fashion-conscious women are now taking on a second life, and Beatrice Njeri, an entrepreneur in this space, has made a business out of it.
Business turns to value addition to prevent surplus produce from going to waste

1 month ago | nation.africa | Margaret Maina

Food wastage is a major challenge in Kenya, especially within the agricultural sector, where surplus produce often goes to waste. The market is also flooded with processed condiments full of preservatives and synthetic ingredients, raising concerns about their long-term health impacts. Linda Korir saw an opportunity to address these challenges by creating healthier, more sustainable food options.
Farmer on Fire: Mission to promote sustainable agriculture

1 month ago | nation.africa | Margaret Maina

As towns are established and others expand, there is need for local solutions to food production. Urban farming has emerged as a solution, with town dwellers transforming backyards into gardens. Wangari Kuria, aka “Farmer on Fire”, is an agrifluencer and advocate for urban farming. She is on a mission to unlock the potential of agriculture in Africa. Wangari is the founder of Farmer on Fire Ltd, a Nairobi-based organisation that provides end-to-end support for smallholder crop producers.
Nashipai rides on sustainability and craftsmanship in Kenya’s growing leather industry

1 month ago | nation.africa | Margaret Maina

From the rugged landscapes where livestock graze to the bustling tanneries and artisan workshops, Kenya is on the cusp of a leather renaissance. The country's leather industry has experienced significant growth in recent years, driven by a rising demand for high-quality leather products. Among the key players in this expanding market is the leather footwear sector, which remains the largest sub-sector.
Is love just a swipe away?

2 months ago | nation.africa | Margaret Maina

Dear gentle readers, Happy Valentine’s Day! Over the weekend, I watched the Netflix documentary Sweet Bobby: My Catfish Nightmare, and I could not help but cringe. The story of a woman who had been "dating" someone she had never met in person for a solid eight years—yes, eight—was nothing short of shocking. The documentary chronicles Kirat Assi’s eight-year online relationship with a man she believed to be named Bobby, only to later discover that "Bobby" was actually her female cousin.