About Us - Our Story & Team

10+ Years of Experience

Who We Are

Founded by Kibera Residents

Kibera Diaries is a community-based travel and storytelling enterprise founded in 2015 by Kibera residents who wanted to share authentic experiences of their neighborhood with the world.

What began as a small initiative to document daily life has grown into a thriving social enterprise that offers immersive tours, supports local businesses, and funds community projects through responsible tourism.

5000+

Happy Visitors

45+

Local Guides

250K+

Community Impact

Our Mission

To provide authentic, respectful experiences that connect visitors with Kibera's vibrant community while generating sustainable income for local residents.

We aim to challenge stereotypes through personal encounters and storytelling that highlights Kibera's complexity, creativity, and resilience.

Our Vision

We envision tourism as a force for positive change in informal settlements - creating economic opportunities while fostering mutual understanding between visitors and residents.

Our goal is to become Kenya's most trusted provider of community-based tourism experiences.

Meet Our Team

The Faces Behind Kibera Diaries

Passionate locals creating meaningful experiences

Omondi Austine

Founder & Director

Born and raised in Kibera, Austine started Kibera Diaries to create economic opportunities for her community.

Wycliffe Oketch

Head Guide

With 8 years of experience, Wycliffe ensures every tour meets our high standards for authenticity.

Metrine Ombuya

Community Coordinator

Metrine builds partnerships with local businesses and ensures tour benefits are distributed fairly.

Our Journey

The Kibera Diaries Timeline

Milestones in our story

2015

Humble Beginnings

Founded with just three local guides offering walking tours to curious visitors.

2017

First Major Recognition

Featured in National Geographic as one of Africa's most authentic travel experiences.

2019

Tour Expansion

Launched Art & Culture and Food Tour experiences, partnering with 15 local businesses.

2021

Community Center

Opened the Kibera Diaries Center with training facilities and business incubator.

2024

Global Recognition

Welcomed our 5,000th visitor and recognized by UNWTO for sustainable tourism.

Our Impact

Making a Difference

How tourism benefits Kibera

$250K+

Generated for local businesses through tour partnerships

45+

Local residents trained and employed as guides

Community projects funded including school library

Our Partners

Trusted By

Organizations that support our work

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