African village and Modern Lifestyle.

Almost at 100! 🎉 From Westlands' city lights to the village home — thank you for being here. Help us cross the line: hit subscribe 🔔
#LivingWestlands #Nairobi #Kenya

1 month ago | [YT] | 4

African village and Modern Lifestyle.

Pond maintenance day! 🧼🐟

Come with us behind the scenes as we clean our liner fish pond holding over 1,000 fish [00:00:16]. From clearing debris out of the 50% shade netting [00:01:23] to managing our gravity-fed natural spring water [00:04:28], we are sharing our best village homesteading tips [00:01:32].

Stick around until the end of the video to see the fish enjoying their crystal-clear water [00:11:54]!

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2 months ago | [YT] | 1

African village and Modern Lifestyle.

🍃 Ever wondered what happens behind the scenes of your favorite cup of tea? ☕
We took an exclusive, inside look at the Mudete Tea Factory in Western Kenya! This incredible facility is owned by over 12,000 local smallholder farmers and managed under the [Kenya Tea Development Agency (KTDA)
In this video, we trace the entire process of how premium Kenyan green leaf turns into the high-quality black tea shipped all over the world
Here is exactly what we uncovered on our full tour:

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* ⚖️ Green Leaf Tracking: How trucks bring leaf from 70 collecting centers using digital tracking systems
* 🌬️ The Withering Process: Removing moisture from the leaves over 8 to 12 hours
* 🔄 CTC (Crushing, Tearing, Curling): Rupturing leaf cells to prepare them for the next stage
* 🧪 Fermentation & Oxidation: Watch the magical color change inside the Continuous Fermenting Unit (CFU)
* 🔥 High-Temperature Drying: Using massive steam boilers fueled by local blue gum firewood to seal the shelf life
* 📊 Sorting & Grading: Breaking down the 4 primary and 3 secondary grades of tea based on particle size
* 📦 Packaging & Tasting: Expert testing for "briskness" in the quality control room before export to the Mombasa Auction
* ⚠️ Industry Challenges: A candid conversation with managers about the strict realities of climate change and the threat of tea hawking

Watch Part 2 of our deep-dive documentary here and see how the backbone of Kenya's agricultural economy operates! 👇
🎬 Watch full video here.
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2 months ago (edited) | [YT] | 4

African village and Modern Lifestyle.

Ever wondered what it takes to make the perfect cup of authentic Kenyan tea? ☕️🍃

We’re taking you for an exclusive behind the scenes tour at the Mudete Tea Factory to see the entire journey—from the lush farms across Vihiga and Kakamega counties straight to your table. With over 12,000 local farmers involved, the scale of this operation is incredible!
Watch Part 1 of our Vihiga County highlight here: https://youtu.be/Kf6cDv5sfGI
Are you team tea or team coffee? Let me know in the comments below! 👇

2 months ago | [YT] | 2

African village and Modern Lifestyle.

After weeks of waiting and dealing with limited access to services, I FINALLY got my hands on Kenya's new generation ID—the Maisha Card! 🪪✨

In my latest vlog, I take you with me to the GPO Huduma Centre in Nairobi and break down why this is actually a massive upgrade from our old laminated IDs. We talk about the tech upgrades, the data encryption, and how it works for travel within East Africa! 🌍

📺 Watch the full vlog here: [https://youtu.be/8wtV3eD1-zI?si=yHa7X...]

Let me know in the comments: Have you picked up your Maisha Card yet? What was your experience? 👇🏾

3 months ago | [YT] | 2

African village and Modern Lifestyle.

Nairobi tech makeover! 🛠️📱 Took this classic Nokia 105 from completely worn out to looking brand new. The dumbphone trend is real! Check out the full before-and-after transformation in my latest Short. 👇
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#Nokia105 #TechRestoration #Dumbphone #Nairobi

3 months ago | [YT] | 4

African village and Modern Lifestyle.

Ever get frustrated when eggshells stick to the whites and ruin your boiled eggs? 🥚🤦‍♂️
In today's video, I show you a simple trick to get perfect, easy-to-peel eggs every single time for a healthy, organic African breakfast! Hint: Stop putting your eggs in cold water! 🛑
Watch the full video to see how it's done: https://youtu.be/m1UNNuz_zlc?si=65CSH...

What is your go-to breakfast routine before heading out for the day? Let me know in the comments below! 👇

3 months ago | [YT] | 4

African village and Modern Lifestyle.

Wondering how fast you can travel from Westlands to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) [0:01:83]?
What used to be a stressful, 2-hour gamble in Uhuru Highway traffic is now a smooth breeze [0:01:83, 0:01:108]. In this guide, we jump onto the Nairobi Expressway to clock the entire trip in just under 20 minutes [0:01:83, 0:01:109]! We break down how to book a ride, navigate the toll stations (MTC vs. ETC lanes), and pay via M-Pesa so your next airport run is completely hassle-free [0:01:83].
💬 Let's chat: Which ride-hailing app do you prefer using for your airport drops in Nairobi, and do your drivers usually agree to use the Expressway without hesitation? 🚙✈️
#Nairobi #JKIA #Westlands #NairobiExpressway #LivingWestlands #KenyaTravel #NairobiTraffic #TravelVlog
👉 Watch the full route guide here: youtu.be
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3 months ago | [YT] | 5

African village and Modern Lifestyle.

Experience the therapeutic and calming atmosphere of a rainy evening walk through the vibrant streets of Westlands, Nairobi [0:01:77]!
In this immersive, ASMR-style walking tour, we take a casual stroll as the rain falls, soaking in the ambient traffic sounds, glowing city lights, and unique rainy-day energy [0:01:77]. We wrap up the evening with a cozy taxi ride, catching the beautiful reflection of the city lights through the wet windshield [0:01:77]. Turn up the volume, sit back, and enjoy the cozy vibes [0:01:77].
#Nairobi #Westlands #RainyDayWalk #Kenya #WalkingTour #ASMRWalk #UrbanExploration #NairobiVibes
👉 Watch the full immersive walk here: https://youtu.be/zbZWoKUlcmg?si=RJI7r...
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3 months ago | [YT] | 4

African village and Modern Lifestyle.

Come along for a scenic 6-hour road trip from the heart of Western Kenya all the way to Westlands, Nairobi [0:01:38]!
In this travel vlog, we board the Easy Coach bus [0:01:38], cruise through Nakuru [0:01:38], and take in the beautiful, lush landscapes of the Kenyan countryside [0:01:38]. Along the way, we vibe to some great country music [0:01:38] and even test out the onboard Wi-Fi speeds [0:01:38]. Whether you love rural scenery or want to see the travel route into the city, this journey has it all [0:01:38].
#KenyaTravel #Nairobi #Westlands #WesternKenya #KenyaRoadTrip #EasyCoachKenya #Nakuru #TravelVlog
👉 Watch the full journey here: https://youtu.be/PMKm1D_D37w?si=16jPU...
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3 months ago | [YT] | 4