Mercy Murugi Munyi, also known as “Shawry for Wood,” is carving her niche in Kenya's male-dominated carpentry industry, transforming her passion for woodworking into a thriving business. Despite initial struggles with youth unemployment in Kenya, Munyi has built a reputation for quality furniture craftsmanship.

• Munyi pivoted from studying criminology to entrepreneurship after secondary school in 2016.
• She gained her skills at Decent Skills and Panesar Training Institute.
• Munyi faces stereotypes but leverages her unique position as a woman to connect with clients, aiming to open showrooms across Kenya.