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How Beadwork Is Empowering Maasai Women in Kenya: Koko’s Story

In many Maasai communities in Kenya, beadwork is more than decoration—it is a skill, a tradition, and for some women, a vital source of income.

This is the story of how one remarkable Maasai widow, Koko, and a handful of beads sparked a journey that would grow into a jewellery business supporting women and their families and community.