Beekeeping in Kenya has evolved far beyond the traditional art of honey harvesting—it has become a symbol of innovation, sustainability, and empowerment. No company embodies this transformation better than Savannah Honey Limited, which has been named Kenya’s Best Beekeeping Company at the National Business Leadership Awards (NaBLA).
This recognition celebrates Savannah Honey’s role in revolutionizing the beekeeping industry through its modern equipment, value addition, farmer empowerment programs, and sustainable market linkages.
The company’s holistic approach has not only elevated beekeeping to a profitable enterprise but has also made it a force for environmental conservation and community transformation across East Africa, as affirmed by the company’s CEO, Kyalo Mutua.
Leading in Modern Beekeeping Equipment
Savannah Honey is synonymous with quality and innovation in beekeeping technology. As Kenya’s leading supplier of modern equipment, the company provides a full range of tools—from Langstroth beehives and honey extractors to smokers, protective suits, and wax foundations—crafted for durability, efficiency, and ease of use.
Each product is designed to suit African climatic conditions and bee species, ensuring maximum yield and premium honey quality. Beyond equipment, Savannah Honey offers installation, maintenance, and training, empowering farmers to get the best out of their investments. This comprehensive approach has made the company a trusted partner to thousands of beekeepers across Kenya and beyond.
Natural Cosmetics and Value Addition
Savannah Honey has also mastered the art of transforming raw bee products into high-quality, natural cosmetics that are free from harmful chemicals and rich in nutrients. Their product range includes:
- Propolis hand wash and dish detergents
- Propolis soaps and lip balms
- Wax creams and royal jelly lotions
- Bee venom creams and oils — Savannah Honey is the only company in Africa producing these advanced skincare solutions
These natural formulations harness the healing power of bee products to promote skin vitality, improve circulation, and nourish the body naturally—offering consumers an authentic, wellness-based beauty experience.
Training and Technical Support
Understanding that successful apiculture requires more than just equipment, Savannah Honey provides free installation, training, and technical support to its clients. Its expert team conducts hands-on workshops covering hive management, colony health, honey processing, and quality control.
Through these initiatives, Savannah Honey has turned rural communities into vibrant beekeeping hubs, helping farmers gain financial independence while promoting sustainable agricultural practices. The company’s belief is simple but powerful: education is the foundation of thriving apiculture.
Fair Market Linkages and Long-Term Contracts
To address one of the biggest challenges facing smallholder farmers—market access—Savannah Honey has established a contract-based model that guarantees stable income for beekeepers. Farmers sign five-year contracts to supply products such as honey, wax, propolis, royal jelly, bee venom, and bee pollen at fixed, fair prices.
For example:
- Bee pollen: KSh 6,800/kg
- Propolis: KSh 1,900/kg
- Royal jelly: KSh 38,000/kg
- Wax: KSh 700/kg
- Bee venom: KSh 4,000/gram
- Honey: KSh 500/kg
This transparent system ensures farmers can plan and invest confidently, knowing their efforts will be rewarded.
Health and Apitherapy Innovations
Beyond cosmetics and honey, Savannah Honey has advanced into apitherapy, developing bee-derived health products such as bee pollen, royal jelly, propolis tinctures, ginger honey, and bee venom honey. These products are carefully processed to retain their natural healing properties, offering benefits such as enhanced immunity, improved vitality, and better skin and hormonal health.
Empowering Communities and Reducing Poverty
At its core, Savannah Honey is driven by a mission to eradicate poverty through beekeeping. By working with farmers in arid and semi-arid regions, the company provides sustainable income opportunities in areas where conventional farming struggles due to climate change. Through equipment provision, training, and market access, it has empowered thousands of families to achieve financial stability.
Expanding Beyond Borders
Savannah Honey’s influence now extends across Uganda, Rwanda, Burundi, and Somalia, where it collaborates with local farmers and cooperatives to promote modern, sustainable beekeeping. Through knowledge sharing, training, and research partnerships, the company is helping build an integrated African honey network—positioning the continent as a global leader in honey and bee-product exports.
With its commitment to innovation, inclusivity, and sustainability, Savannah Honey Limited has redefined what it means to be a beekeeping enterprise in Africa. From empowering farmers and crafting natural beauty products to promoting apitherapy and regional collaboration, Savannah Honey stands as a beacon of excellence and transformation.
Its recognition at the National Business Leadership Awards is not just a win for the company—it’s a victory for every Kenyan farmer, every community, and every bee that contributes to a sweeter, more sustainable future.
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