our team | Braiding Nairobi

Meet Our Team

We're talented women who believe in the power of accessibility, storytelling, and tech.

CEO/Founder

Natachi Onwuamaegbu

A journalist, writer, and Stanford graduate who has a deep passion for storytelling as demonstrated through her work in The Washington Post and recent National Geographic storytelling grant.

Natachi has been interviewing braiders in Kenyatta Market and sharing their personal narratives since Sept. 2022.

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Operations Lead

Leticia Kiptum

A legal researcher and project manager committed to delivering high-quality project outcomes. She combines qualitative and quantitative analysis to strengthen data-driven insights and improve processes.

Passionate about collaboration, she works closely with diverse teams to enhance client experiences and believes in the value of continuous learning through shared perspectives.

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Chief Technology Officer

Lulu Mutuli

With a background in software development and UI/UX design, she has contributed to diverse industries around the world, bringing strong expertise in product development. Most recently, she has focused on designing and delivering SaaS products that prioritise user experience and innovation.

She is passionate about creating opportunities for women to thrive and firmly believes in the power of technology to drive meaningful, inclusive change.