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Maasai Women's Beadwork, Kenya

Sanctuary Olonana supports the local Maasai women’s beadwork group via training in sourcing new and recycled materials; assistance in helping the group export the high quality beadwork, and giving guests the opportunity to see the women producing the beadwork and purchase the handicrafts in the Sanctuary Olonana gift shop.  Not only is this project essential for the Maasai women to provide income, but it brings together women from various clans in the area to promote harmony, community and sustainability.

For guests on a safari in Kenya, the beadwork’s powerful design elements offer a fascinating insight into local beliefs.  Green represents grass, essential for nourishing cattle, an important part of the Maasai way of life; Red, for the blood of cattle, and white for their milk, are the life-sustaining colours.  Blue represents the sky and embraces the Maasai belief in Nkai (God).

Download more information here. To find out how you can help this project during your Kenya safari, contact us.