A Nairobi neighborhood platform, Nyayo Moms Sokos (NMS), is empowering women entrepreneurs within the Nyayo Estate by fostering a trusted, community-driven social commerce ecosystem built on platforms like WhatsApp and Facebook.

• NMS has grown into a network of over 5,500 users since its launch in 2019.
• The platform was founded by Maureen Amakabane, Njoki Mwangi, and Martha Owuor.
• 32% of women on the platform have transitioned from informal side hustles into structured businesses, demonstrating the platform's effectiveness in driving economic independence.