Dorothy Otieno

Firm rides the clean energy space

Dorothy Otieno has been contributing to safe and affordable cooking since 2016.


  1. Retired teacher tastes goodness of palm oil

    Victor Otieno decided to start processing the crude oil in 2022 after receiving training.

    Victor Otieno
  2. Agriculture dominates AI use cases in Kenya – report

    Machine learning is being used to provide farmers with data-driven advice to help them optimise productivity.

    AI in agriculture
  3. Digitising small-scale farming

    Initiative provides technical assistance to innovators.

    Farming
  4. We bagged it!

    How Nakuru-based business cut a niche for itself in the carrier bag space.

    Royal Eco-Bags
  5. Duo develops digital tool to help teachers set CBC exams

    On Darasa app, students can access content categorised in topics and sub-topics.

    Chris Kamande and Brian Gacari
  6. Joy Richu: Trailblazing designer for top global brands

    Through her art, Joy Richu has collaborated with notable brands such as Coca-Cola.

    Joy Richu
  7. AirSafi: University students’ solution to air pollution

    Innovation leverages on dense network of sensors to capture air quality data.

    Innovators
  8. Adumu Stoves: Spearheading clean cooking revolution

    The biodiesel-powered system is affordable, environmentally friendly and will make clean cooking the norm in Africa.

    Jeremiah Mabiria
  9. Helping small businesses access finance

    Hennessy-Barret describes his neobank venture as having the best problem any business can dream of- more customers than shillings to lend.

    Wayne Hennessy-Barrett,
  10. Cafe that serves professionals by day and revellers by night

    There is a growing trend in the hospitality industry whereby cafes set up shop near clubs and nightlife venues.

    Kosta Cafe
  11. Eco-furniture solution from plastic waste

    TwendeGreen Eco-cycle recycles marine plastic waste into high-quality eco-furniture.

    Churchill Atieli
  12. Her baby’s wellbeing made her quit nursing to start flourishing daycare

    She started with only six children three years ago, but now the facility has 57 children from pre-school to Grade Four.

    Inventist School Director Damaris Okumu
  13. Nairobi leaders, traders in fresh plea over taxes

    The traders say lowering taxes will give retailers competitive access to goods and allow consumers to buy products without having to travel far.

  14. E-wallets solution for businesses in Africa

    The fintech solution empowers African businesses by aggregating fast and seamless financial services in one platform.

    Fintech
  15. Firm's solution to cross border pay services nightmare

    It has been seven years since the firm began its operations in Africa.

    Anthony Oduu
  16. On-demand mechanic app revolutionises car repairs

    You can now request a mechanic to come wherever you are and fix your car on the spot.

    mechanic
  17. Building a brand that resonates with the African market

    Public relations practitioner on how he quickly found his way up.

    Eric Waibochi
  18. Chiki Kuruka jigs all the way to the bank

    Chiki's Afuzion is the first government-accredited dance curriculum.

    Chiki Kuruka
  19. Digital breakthroughs: How firm is reshaping marketing

    Suss Digital gives advertisers access to billions of premium impressions across thousands of sites.

  20. Coastal property dealer with a passion for exquisite dog breeds

    Josephat Muchere has established himself as a dedicated guardian of rare dog breeds.

    Josphat Muchere
  21. Sweetening profits with bee venom

    Bee venom is a colourless, acidic liquid that is produced by honeybees.

    Venom collector
  22. Kenyan startups dominate Sankalp Africa Awards

    Kenyan Toothpick Company Ltd emerged as the overall winner.

    Sankalp Africa Awards
  23. Digital maids and nannies

    What started as a kind gesture to help nannies transition to other homes led to the start of an advanced coaching programme.

    Kate Karuri
  24. How demand for digital solutions in pensions industry led to growth of IT firm

    When you build a formidable startup and first clients demand portfolios of previous work.

    Nathan Kimutai
  25. How Janet Kuteli built financial services for the real hustler

    Janet Kuteli quit her job as a senior manager in a leading bank to start a microfinance that caters for the needs of boda boda riders.

    Janet Kuteli,
  26. Surviving in the shaky creative industry of design

    How resourceful entrepreneur mastered the art of running a graphic design business.

    George Rotich
  27. M-Taka: Helping communities deal with waste

    An engineer and an urban planner started M-Taka firm to promote better waste management practices.

    M-taka
  28. Startups that got mentored to success

    Young companies that fed-off established entities and multiple countries where they are now thriving.

    Wandia Gichuru
  29. Kenyan agro-cosmetics manufacturer's big dreams

    Touché Cosmetics makes beauty products from plant-based oils and overripe fruits and vegetables.

    Mirriam Mukami