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We do Direct marketing, Promotions Research & Events Management. Based in Nairobi, we have many years of experience in the field of marketing and promotions. We also handle any kind of event management for our clients in Nairobi. Buzz Afrique Limited is an independent fully fledged integrated marketing, communications and events planning agency founded in 2007. The agency has an over ten year-track record in marketing with specialization in: Experiential and Event Management Public Relations Corporate Branding and Merchandising Buzz Afrique Limited has a footprint across the East African region. Besides Kenya, it has also been operating in Rwanda since 2009." In 2007, Buzz Afrique set an objective to be an organization that would help brands tell stories. Buzz Afrique’s corporate identity brings out the main promise of 'Thinking Outside The Box' in this vast dynamic market. The expansion strategy led to the introduction of new service offerings in the printing arena. The acquisition of printing machinery and highly skilled personnel, ultimately led to establishment of a printing department to handle production and especially for corporate branding. The company also pursued an ambitious expansion strategy which saw it open a second office in Kileleshwa, Nairobi, while the Nyali, Mombasa office still serves as the Head Office. In 2019, the company was recognized during the Inaugural Safaricom Annual Supplier Award (SASA), winning the Best Performance Category award. Buzz Afrique is a member of The Kenya National Chamber of Commerce and Industries. The CEO Samora Machel, sits on the Board of Directors. Buzz Afrique was recently admitted to the Ibuka Acceleration Program under Nairobi Securities Exchange Buzz Afrique is run by a team of young and vibrant professionals with well over 50 years of combined knowledge base and hands- on- experience. Buzz Afrique prides itself at being able to be both strategic and executional; a key differentiator, as the team believes in adding value to all clients. We are not just about meeting client expectations, but consistently exceeding expectations.

Muya Ethiopia PLC crafts authentic, high quality, handmade household products inspired by traditional Ethiopian patterns for wholesale export. Muya's product range includes beautifully woven soft furnishings, such as cushion covers, runner rugs, cotton throws, and table settings, distinctive fashion accessories like handbags and shawls, and exotic pottery and furniture. Muya Ethiopia was founded in 2005 by entrepreneurial fashion designer Sara Abera. Her objective is to introduce the rest of the world to the rich heritage of traditional Ethiopian weaving, while incorporating modern textiles and fashion tastes. Sara Abera also wanted to bring together and retrain Ethiopian weavers and craftsmen, so they could work in improved conditions and eventually find higher-value markets for their handmade products. In fact, the word "Muya" means "talent" in Ge'ez, Ethiopia's ecclesiastical tongue which gave birth to Amharic Script.

Throughout Kenya, various artisan skills have been passed down from generations to generations. In many areas, the Kenyans use their craft skills as a means of financial support. African Looms Enterprises aims to employ the talented people and provide them with a steady source of income. Most of our products are a major source of attraction for most tourists travelling to the region. We offer samples of traditional crafts including hand dyed clothing. Beaded and shell jewelry including hand carved wooden boxes. There is ingenuity and diversity in our products and represent diversity and the unique culture and tradition of Kenya. The perseverance and ingenuity of African Looms Enterprises is a shining example of the various possibilities that can be attained through our unique ethic identity.

Salem’s Ethiopia provides beautiful, authentic Ethiopian jewelry, home accessories, and gifts. We deliver quality designs that highlight the rich culture and history of Ethiopia while empowering Ethiopian craftspeople.Salem’s is committed to giving back to the community. Nuturing the talent within Addis Ababa’s artisans not only improves their self-esteem and self-worth but enriches and preserves our Ethiopian culture. Salem’s is also committed to a fair return for all employees and co-op partners.JewelleryOur quality, hand-made jewelry is unique and always one of kind! It weaves together traditional Ethiopian history with contemporary design to create a personalized style. We use glass beads, gemstones, and precious metals from around Africa, as well as Ethiopia.From the LoomOur stock consists of unique designs hand woven on traditional looms by craftsmen of a trade that remains virtually unchanged for the past millenia. Salem’s carries a selection of individually designed scarves and home accessories.BasketryThe ancient Ethiopian tradition of basketry takes on a whole new form at Salem’s. Using dyed grasses we are able to create a range of color palettes, shapes, and sizes to accomodate the needs of the modern home. Salem's Design is more than a craft store; Salem's provides a traditional cultural shopping experience with contemporary, creative designs. Every piece holds an Ethiopian story, weaving together the people who make the crafts with the tradition of cotton spinning, basket weaving or embroidery, the religious significance of each regional cross, the tribal importance of beaded jewelry or the pure cotton scarves. Salem's Design is living history, telling the stories of Ethiopia as it courageously battled wars, bonded religions and empowered its people through artwork.

Ibenstein Weavers has been making decorative, high-quality carpets, runners and wall hangings from Karakul wool for more than 50 years. Our designs range from classical themes to colourful contemporary creations while others are characterized by an African flair. Apart from carpets you will find beautiful fabrics woven from natural yarns, such as wild Kalahari silk, linen, cotton or bamboo. Ibenstein Weavers looks back on a proud tradition of more than 50 years. Anne Ramdohr, who runs the company together with her husband Wolfgang, is the granddaughter of the founder Marianne Krafft. Some of our weavers have been working with us for decades already. We look forward to taking you on a tour of our premises and will gladly explain the process of weaving carpets and fabrics. Ibenstein Weavers is situated on farm Klein Ibenstein near Dordabis, only an hour's drive from Windhoek. The road is surfaced except for the last four kilometres. A small selection of our products is also available at the Namibia Crafts Centre in downtown Windhoek.