Judy Maina is a true luminary. A founder with a seamless blend of technical prowess and creative
brilliance. She stands at the forefront of the fashion and leather industry, illuminating the path for
innovation and growth in Africa. Armed with a profound understanding of computer engineering,
computer science, and leather technology. She has mastered the intricacies of the IT world, as well as
redefined the art of fashion design. Her expertise and passion is setting new benchmarks in the leather
industry.
Dakari (formerly known as Siafu Leather) is a leather goods manufacturing powerhouse in Kenya. In the
powerhouse is a team of dedicated craftsmen who put in great craftmanship and knowledgie in our
production. Our craftsmen are trained in house to reflect our vision and ethos.
Judy’s Achievements
- Featured as a Lioness of Africa
- Contributor to the “Ethical fashion in Africa” publication by The Thinking Water Mill society-ITALY
- Finalist of FOYA (Founder of the Year) awards 2021. Finalist for the SHE awards 2021.
- Mentor at SheWorks Africa for 2022
- Judge of the First Africa Real Leather Stay Different competition 2023
- Company’s Achievements
- Siafu Leather was nominated by Kenya South-Africa Chamber of Business EXPO 21
- Siafu Leather has been awarded by the Government of Kenya the “Brand Kenya” logo
- Siafu Leather is a member of Africa Women In Trade.
- Siafu Leather has been nominated and trained by KEPROBA on production and preparation for
- export markets.
- Siafu Leather has been featured by the Unilever-Sunlight campaign.
- Featured on Inooro T.V to talk on Women in Leather business strengths and challenges.