Mida Creek • Kilifi • Kenya
Preserving Mangrove
Ecosystems, Empowering
Communities.
A women-led conservation group safeguarding the Mida Creek ecosystem while creating sustainable livelihoods through premium virgin coconut oil production.
About Us
Mida–Majaoni Conservation SelfHelp Group
“Protecting Mangroves. Empowering Communities. Creating Sustainable Livelihoods.”
MIDA–MAJAONI Conservation Self Help Group is a women-led community organization based in Mihongohichenda, Gede Location, Kilifi County, dedicated to mangrove conservation, environmental protection, and economic empowerment through sustainable coconut oil production.
Since 2013, we have strengthened livelihoods through environmental protection.
Explore & Get Involved
Protecting the Lifeline of Mida Creek
Mangrove forests play a vital role in protecting coastal ecosystems, supporting biodiversity, reducing erosion, and combating climate change.
For more than a decade, our group has actively participated in mangrove conservation activities around Mida Creek.
By safeguarding mangroves today, we are protecting the future of our environment and community.
- Mangrove protection and restoration
- Environmental awareness campaigns
- Community education on conservation
- Climate resilience initiatives
- Sustainable natural resource management
Virgin Coconut Oil Production
In 2017, MIDA–MAJAONI Conservation Self Help Group expanded its activities into virgin coconut oil production as a sustainable income-generating project.
Our coconut oil is produced using carefully selected coconuts sourced from local farmers. The oil is processed through traditional methods that preserve its natural quality and nutritional benefits.
We currently produce a minimum of 40 litres of virgin coconut oil weekly through manual processing methods.
- 100% Pure Virgin Coconut Oil
- No Additives or Chemicals
- Naturally Processed
- Long Shelf Life
- Locally Produced
- Supports Community Livelihoods
100% Virgin Oil
Virgin coconut oil, the original way.
Cold, manual extraction. Nothing added, nothing taken away. Our oil keeps its sweet coconut aroma and stays fresh for up to three years.
Uses of Virgin Coconut Oil
From coconut to bottle, by hand.
Every litre is made manually — slow, careful, and honest. We produce a minimum of 40 litres per week.
Source
We work directly with local coconut farmers around Kilifi, hand-picking mature nuts.
Grate
The white flesh is grated using traditional methods passed down generations.
Press
Using hands or the kifumbu and clean buckets, we press and filter the milk by hand, in stages..
Sun-rest
The milk rests under the Kilifi sun until the oil naturally separates.
Bottle
We hand-bottle in multiple sizes with strict quality control checks.
Community Impact
Our conservation and coconut oil projects have positively impacted the lives of our members and the wider Community .
Improved household incomes
School fees support for families
Enhanced food security
New skills development
Women's economic empowerment
Local employment opportunities
Environmental conservation awareness
“We started to protect the mangroves. The coconut oil gave us a way to make a living while doing it — and to send our children to school.”
— Esther Dama, Member Mida-Majaoni Conservation SHG
Partnerships
Working Together for Greater Impact
We believe partnerships are essential for sustainable development and environmental conservation. We welcome collaboration with:
We work alongside the Kenya Forestry Research Institute (KEFRI) — Gede, to deepen our conservation work at Mida Creek.
To date, we have received no external funding or formal training. Every litre has been built by the members themselves.
Challenges & Growth Opportunities
We are building a resilient community-based production system. These challenges highlight where strategic support can unlock real transformation.
Challenges
Limited market reach
Manual production constraints
Weather-dependent drying process
Certification & scaling barriers
How You Can Help
Marketing & visibility support
Production equipment
Training & capacity building
Funding & infrastructure
Be Part of the Transformation
Your support strengthens conservation and community livelihoods.
Partner With UsFuture Plans
Building a sustainable future.
Our strategic goals focus on quality improvement, production expansion, and long-term environmental and market impact.
KEBS Certification
Meeting national quality and compliance standards.
Production Growth
Expanding capacity to 500 litres per month.
Modern Facility
Establishing a fully equipped production plant.
Product Expansion
Coconut shell-based innovative product lines.
Animal Feed
Value addition from coconut by-products.
Market Expansion
Scaling reach nationally and internationally.
Together, We Can Make a Difference
Your support helps us conserve critical mangrove ecosystems, empower women, create jobs, and build sustainable livelihoods for local communities. Whether through partnerships, funding, product purchases, training, or technical support, your contribution can help transform lives while protecting the environment. Partner with us today and be part of positive change.
SHOP / ORDER
Order our virgin coconut oil.
Place orders directly with the group by phone or WhatsApp. Pickup in Kilifi or arrangement for delivery.
💬 Order on WhatsApp500 ml
Try us out
5 L
For families & shops
20 L
Bulk / wholesale
Talk to the group directly.
Mihongohichenda, Gede Location,
Kilifi North, Kilifi County, Kenya
