Women from Central Kenya are known for their hardworking nature. This is best exemplified by the businesses they run. In this article, WoK takes a look at the richest women from Central Kenya.
Dama wa Spares
Damaris Wanjiru Muriithi, better known as Dama wa Spares, rose to become one of the best known-if not leading-distributor of mobile spare parts. She enjoys an enviable following on social media platforms. From starting with a meagre salary of Ksh1,500 as a shop attendant to owning four stores and counting.
Wanja Nyarari
Wanja burst into the limelight thanks to her association with the who is who in Kenya. She warmed her way into the hearts of Kenyans when she supported Muraya Karangu’s wife, Triza. According to those in the know, Wanja is generous to a fault. Photos of the mother of three boarding private jets and engaging powerful leaders in the Kenya Kwanza government are testimony of the power she welds.
Sara Mtalii
Her business acumen is undeniable. She teamed with her then husband Simon Kabu to found Bonfire Adventures, a leading tour company in Kenya. Hailing from Embu, the enstranged couple had put their wealth at Ksh1 billion.
Jane Wanjiru Michuki
The managing patner at Kimani and Michuki Advocate is the largest female stockholder in the Nairobi Securities Exchange (NSE). Her shares on the NSE are over Ksh5 billion.
Jane Wangui Njuguna
She is the wife Equity Bank CEO James Mwangi. Her stake in the bank is Ksh3.3 billion or 1.71 % stake as of 2021. She was ranked by Knight Frank among the 23 Kenyan women billionaires. Jane co-founded Filimbi Limited with businessman Peter Munga.
Esther Muchemi
The billionaire is the founder and CEO of Samchi Telecommunications Ltd. Esther was the first Safaricom dealer.
