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Creating Thriving Livelihoods and Protecting Natural Habitats through Beekeeping

bee Many communities across Kenya especially in the Rift Valley region depend on livestock for income generation. However, this practice makes them vulnerable to the impacts of climate change where periods of extreme weather and drought leave them without income. Beekeeping create thriving livelihoods by utilizing the available natural resources and the environment. As compared to livestock, it requires very little land, which also means that each member of the community especially Women & youth can get involved.

Beekeeping also encourages planting of flowers, shrubs, and trees which ultimately encourage environmental conservation. Studies have also shown that bee keeping has positively contributed to conservation by:

  • Improving the resilience of smallholder farmers by increasing the pollination success of many flowering plants
  • Generating income for beekeepers thus alleviating pressure on the locally available resources
  • Altering the way people view their local environment

Our Impact

At the Heart of Bee-Centered Beekeeping.

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160 Bee Colonies Relocated

Over the course of our initiatives, Tunza Nyuki has successfully relocated 160 bee colonies, saving them from unwanted locations and placing them in environments where they are valued and can thrive.

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1000+ Beekeepers Trained

At Tunza Nyuki, our commitment to sustainable beekeeping goes hand in hand with education. We have provided virtual and in-person training to over 1000 aspiring and established beekeepers. Through our programs, individuals gain essential knowledge about ethical beekeeping practices, hive management, disease prevention, and sustainable honey production and value addition.

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We operate in 5 Counties

Our impact extends across multiple counties, reaching diverse communities in Bomet, Narok, Kericho, Nyamira, and Kisii. By working with local beekeepers in these regions, Tunza Nyuki has facilitated a profound connection between communities and their natural surroundings.

our Services

Through dedicated efforts and expertise, we provide comprehensive support in various facets of beekeeping, ensuring the growth and prosperity of our members and their communities.

Don't Kill Bees, Lets Save Them

One of our core services involves humane and efficient bee removal and relocation. We understand the importance of bees in our ecosystem and the challenges they pose when they nest in unwanted locations. By safely relocating bee colonies, we not only protect the bees but also alleviate concerns within the community. Our expert team ensures that bees are moved without harm, preserving their vital role as pollinators while fostering a sense of harmony between humans and nature.

Depending on the location and size of the colony, removal cost range from KES 6,000 to KES 11,000

We create employment!

To encourage sustainable beekeeping practices, we provide top-quality beehive construction services. Our hives are meticulously designed, ensuring optimal conditions for bee colonies to thrive. By constructing beehives to industry standards, we facilitate a conducive environment for honey production, pollination, and colony growth. These well-constructed hives are essential for our members, allowing them to engage in responsible beekeeping practices.

Training Guarantees Perfection

Beekeeping is an art and to be good at it, you need to undergo beginner beekeeping training. We offer virtual and in-person training programs to our members, equipping them with the knowledge and skills necessary for successful beekeeping. Our training covers various aspects, including hive management, disease prevention, sustainable practices, and ethical beekeeping methods. By empowering our members with this expertise, we enhance their confidence, enabling them to manage their bee colonies effectively and contribute positively to their communities.

Some Products are More Expensive than Honey!

Through strategic marketing initiatives, we assist our members in showcasing their bee products to a wider audience. By promoting locally-produced honey and other bee-related products, we create economic opportunities for our members. Our marketing efforts not only boost sales but also raise awareness about the importance of supporting local beekeepers. By connecting our members with consumers, we facilitate a direct and mutually beneficial relationship, ensuring the sustainability of their beekeeping endeavors.

Lets Partner!

We provide personalized guidance, addressing specific challenges and concerns faced by individual beekeepers or beekeeping organizations. Whether it's troubleshooting hive issues, exploring innovative techniques, or navigating market trends, we offer valuable insights. Through one-on-one discussions, we foster a supportive environment, empowering our members to make informed decisions and overcome obstacles in their beekeeping journey.

Sustainable Bee Habitats

To be sustainable, we make and sell beehives to members at a discounted price! Members can pay for the hive with Cash or Hive Products!

Langstroth Hive

Price

KES 4,500/=

The Langstroth Hive was invented by Lorenzo Langstroth in the mid 1800s. The hive is mostly known for the movable frame which has dominated the contemporary bee keeping world.

  • Hive is made to an industry standard so that the components can be interchangeable.
  • Accessories and upgrades are easily available
  • Frames offer comb stability.
  • Queen excluder ensure that you don’t find brood in honey supers.

The Langstroth Hive Offers high Honey production between 10 and 20 kgs per harvest. That is over 50kgs Per Year!

Kenya Top Bar Hive

Price

KES 4,000/=

The Kenya Top Bar Hive is among the leading natural hives for small-scale bee keepers. The hive was developed in the 1960s and is an improvement of the traditional log hive used by many communities in Kenya.

  • Easy to inspect.
  • Harvesting is easy and selecting capped or ripe honey is easy.
  • It is possible to control swarming.

In the Kenya Top Bar Hive, the comb floats from moveable bars inside the single-story, frameless structure.

Deep Super Observational Hives

Price

KES 6,500

Bees are amazing creatures. As a bee keeper, the best experience is watching your bees making combs, filling them with honey, and nursing the young. With the Deep Super Langstorth Hive, you get a observational window to check on bees without disrupting them. Ofcourse! The window is covered

  • High honey production ranging between 20 and 30kgs per harvest.
  • You can know when honey is ready for harvest without opening the hive.
  • You can inspect for pests and diseases easily.
  • You can easily observe the laying patterns and health of the colony.

The observational window comes with easily removable covers!

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Our Publications

These are our Annual Beekeeping Journals!

2020 Tunza Nyuki Magazine

  • Our Vision for a Community Honey Bulking Center.
  • Wax Moths: A Silent and Ferocious Threat.
  • The Kenya Top Bar Hive.
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2021 Tunza Nyuki Magazine

  • How to Keep Beehive Records.
  • Honey Harvesting and Processing.
  • Saving Chepalungu Forest Using Beekeeping.
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2022 Tunza Nyuki Magazine

  • Honey Quality Standards: A Consumer's Guide.
  • Small Hive Beetles: Behavior and Control.
  • Bikes for Bees: Tunza Nyuki's Need for Motorcycles.
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2023 Tunza Nyuki Magazine

  • Nyuki Manager: Technology for Bee Conservation.
  • Stingless Bees and the Environment.
  • Processing Beeswax.
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Our Beekeeping Team

The People Responsible for the Wellbeing of Bees, Beekeepers and the Environment.

Mercy Chepngetich

Founder

Brian Kipkirui Ngetich

Product Development Project Manager

Cyrine Kipkoech

Head of Operations and Editor in Chief

Harry Koech

Technical Officer

Kevin Kirui

Full Stack Developer

Our Partners

Canva
Google for Non-Profits
Paystack
Twilio
Bomet County
Kisii County
GitHub
DigitalOcean

Visit Our Office

Come See What We Do!!

Location:

Sotik
Kisii-Kericho Highway

Open Hours:

Monday-Saturday:
7:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Email:

info@tunzanyuki.com

Call:

+254757064324