We are committed to social impact
Meet our artisans working in Kibera, Dagoretti, and Rongai
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Our Vision & Misson
Why Kipato Unbranded? "Kipato" is the Kiswahili word for income. This underscores the social justice core of the enterprise. We ensure that our artists are empowered by their work and receive fair wages for their creativity. From its’ beginnings, profits from the artists’ work, whether sold in international or local markets, go directly to the artists, creating a model that is sustainable and fair to them.
We are “unbranded” because we are focused on creating jewellery by everyday people, for everyday people.
Who We Are
Kipato Unbranded was founded by 5 young women from different cultures and backgrounds that created a social enterprise that collaborates with local artists, promoting their talents and skills and gives them access to markets. Kipato Unbranded is about beautifully crafted unique designs. Our pieces are made from local materials that include brass, recycled bone, and beads.
Meet our Artisan
Meet Elijah - Dagoretti
In a different life, Elijah might have stayed in Busia County, working as a digger or a bodaboda driver.
In this one, however, he made the move to Nairobi in hopes of better supporting his family of 1 brother and 3 sisters, and fell upon jewelry making by chance.
Meet Ojiko - Kibera
Sometimes in his sleep, Ojiko dreams of jewelry designs. In the morning when he wakes up, he translates these dreams into pieces of jewelry. Other times, when watching an Indian or a Nigerian movie, he will be drawn by an element of what he is watching, inspiration that he then incorporates into his work.
Meet Andrew - Rongai
Andrew's passion is creating employment for young people. He owns a workshop in Rongai where he employs 13 artisans and teaches them jewelry-making skills including grinding, polishing, artwork, sizing and moulding.
He lives and works in Rongai with his young daughter.
Kipato Unbranded's pieces are unique and catchy. Plus why not support local artisans while at it The Ballroom Rectangle Earrings are light and can literally be worn with any outfit. The Pyramid Studs have a retro appeal.
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I read about the brand, after seeing the brilliant pieces from your collection on Instagram. I also like what you are doing for the community especially because I research a lot about where I shop my clothing and accessories and what contribution they do to the environment and workers. I basically wear the pieces to any occasion because they make me feel outstanding and quintessential.
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Your pieces are timeless I love love everything I have from you guys.
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Kipato Unbranded for me is all about the finishing. The fine workmanship cannot be compared. More so, is the customer service by the team. I could be addicted to Kipato. These are my 9th or 10th piece.
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To be honest I just love the Africa design.... It's home. The silver band was a bonus The customer service is great! From the order to the delivery and the different sizes they provide.
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I love Kipato Unbranded because they have unique jewellery pieces and they make a social impact which makes me want to go for them anytime I want something special. My favourite piece so far is the Majani Necklace which made my off-shoulder outfit really pop. For necklaces I also love the Vertex Necklace and Ball Necklace which are long and can go with casual jeans and dresses. As for earrings, my favourite are Dipper 3 Stack Earrings which worked very well with the African outfit I'm wearing and casual looks too.
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I choose Kipato Unbranded because of the really beautiful designs and perfect finishing. Kipato Unbranded means supporting Kenya away from home. I'm a huge jewellery lover and more then anything, I love locally made stuff. My favourite pieces are the Vertex Earrings. Those babies stand out like crazy. They make any outfit look amazing. I wore Kipato Unbranded at my huge 40th birthday bash and to an amazing photoshoot I had with my friends. We have been friends for over 20 years and we were celebrating that.
Thank you for making me look good Kipato Unbranded.
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I've bought earrings as gifts for my friends and they never take them off so I figured why not gift myself. Kipato Unbranded feels African My favourites are my rings... I think I'll wear one each day and alternate them.
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