Conserving Nature,
Healing People.
Empowering communities through herbal medicine, indigenous knowledge, and forest protection — one seedling, one remedy, one family at a time.
Healing Communities, Restoring Nature
Our commitment to natural healing, conservation and community empowerment.
Restoring Forests. Preserving Medicine. Empowering Women.
Protecting Kaya forests through indigenous tree farming, traditional herbal medicine, and community-led conservation in Kilifi County, Kenya.
Ufanisi Conservation Group is a grassroots organization committed to natural healing, forest conservation, and community empowerment. Through herbal medicine, education, and environmental stewardship, we provide practical solutions that improve health and protect nature.
Founded in 2005 and registered in 2006 with the Arabuko Forest Adjacent Dwellers Association (ASAFADA), the group’s main objective is to conserve agro-biodiversity through sustainable utilisation of herbal plants, provide herbal treatment, and generate income for the community.
Our Products & Services
Healing people. Conserving nature.
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Natural Herbal Treatment
We treat various human and livestock diseases using safe, traditional herbal medicine.
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Traditional Massage Therapy
Massage using natural oils and time-honoured techniques for relaxation, healing, and pain relief.
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Forest & Wildlife Conservation
Supporting the restoration and protection of the Arabuko Sokoke Forest through awareness, tree planting, and nursery development.
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Native & Exotic Tree Seedlings
We grow and sell indigenous, medicinal, and exotic tree species to support reforestation and community livelihoods.
Growing Trees, Protecting Forests, Training Youth
“Without action, forests disappear. With your support, communities thrive.”
Nurturing medicinal trees from seed to canopy
Through urgent conservation, medicinal tree nurseries, and propagation of indigenous species, we are protecting the Arabuko Sokoke Forest, restoring degraded ecosystems, and securing sustainable livelihoods rooted in traditional knowledge.
Led by Mama Salome Juma
Ufanisi produces natural herbal medicines from sustainably grown indigenous trees, treating ailments such as hypertension, muscle aches and boils — while protecting Kaya forests through a trees-on-farm system that supports health, conservation, and climate resilience.
A new generation of conservation champions
We empower young people with practical skills in herbal medicine preparation and forest conservation. Through hands-on training, youth learn sustainable harvesting, seedling nurturing, and indigenous knowledge preservation.
Turning waste into everyday tools
Hands-on sessions teach community members to reuse discarded plastic bottles to create functional items such as dustbins.
- Reducing plastic pollution in the environment
- Promoting creativity and innovation
- Encouraging community responsibility
- Providing practical, low-cost waste solutions
Stewardship over extraction
Through indigenous tree planting, community awareness, and local conservation patrols, Ufanisi reduces deforestation, safeguards Kaya forest ecosystems, and promotes sustainable livelihoods that depend on conservation rather than forest destruction.
From One Woman's Healing to a Community's Hope
Certified herbal products, carefully crafted to support your health naturally — safe, effective, and rooted in traditional herbal medicine.
Kanuni Lishe Bora
- Suitable for all ages — safe for children, adults, the elderly, and expectant mothers
- Rich in natural nutrients from indigenous cereals
- Boosts immunity & improves digestion
- Supports healthy growth and sustained energy
Moto Chap Chap
- Made from the roots of indigenous medicinal plants
- Traditional blood-purifying support
- Reproductive wellness & fertility support
- Supports hypertension, diabetes, and digestive comfort
Safisha
- Indigenous formulation from herbal medicinal roots
- Natural pain management support
- Supports early-stage cellular health
- Cardiovascular & hypertension relief
We offer free services to approved widows living near Arabuko Sokoke.
Our Management Team
Led by Mama Salome Jumwa Mweni and composed primarily of dedicated women and men from Mijomboni Village, Kilifi County — united by a passion for herbal medicine and forest conservation.
Salome Jumwa Mweni
“Founder and Certified Traditional Herbalist by the Ministry of Culture.”
Beatrice Siza Sulubu
“Safeguarding resources with integrity to ensure every shilling supports conservation.”
Naomi Katsele Katana
“Supporting the vision, strengthening partnerships, and ensuring real impact.”
Charo Ngumbao
“The backbone of coordination and accountability.”
Together, We Nurture Life — From Forests to Families
Our work is made possible through the steadfast support of our valued partners, including a 12-year partnership with the Kenya Forestry Research Institute (KEFRI).
How You Can Support Us
Product Marketing & Market Access
Support branding, digital marketing, certifications, and market linkages for Ufanisi’s herbal products.
Transport & Logistics Support
Assistance easing the high cost of moving medicinal materials to processing sites.
Training Centre & Clinic Infrastructure
Investment in facilities that strengthen Ufanisi’s role as a demonstration and training hub.
Packaging & Labelling
Quality containers and compliant labelling to improve product safety and consumer trust.
Processing Equipment
Grinders, dryers, and mixers to improve efficiency, hygiene, and production capacity.
Partner With Us
Individuals and organisations are invited to connect with us for lasting impact.
Six Reasons to Visit
“Visit a place where conservation becomes healing and livelihood.”
Witness proven traditional medicine in action
See herbal medicines made from indigenous trees to treat infertility, hypertension, diabetes, and wounds — backed by real success stories.
Learn through hands-on training
Engage in practical training on herbal preparation, traditional massage, and medicinal tree cultivation.
Experience a women-led conservation model
Under Mama Salome Juma’s leadership, women take the lead in nurturing trees from seedling to maturity.
Explore 130+ indigenous tree species
Walk through nearly 20 acres (8 hectares) of indigenous medicinal trees grown through a trees-on-farm system.
See community-led climate action
Learn how Ufanisi fights deforestation by shifting from wild harvesting to sustainable on-farm cultivation.
Engage with research-backed partnerships
Connect with a group collaborating with KEFRI for over 12 years, alongside WWF-Kenya and UNDP.
Location
Mijomboni Village, about 4km off Gede town
along the Mombasa–Malindi highway
Established
2005 · Registered in 2006 with ASAFADA
Mission
Conserving agro-biodiversity through sustainable use of herbal plants
Your Message Matters
To make your order, or to support our work — get in touch now.
Phone
+254 719 188 569
+254 769 724 756
+254 707 440 039
ufanisiconservationgroupgede@gmail.com
info@ufanisiconservationgroup.co.ke
Address
P.O. Box 71–80210, Gede
4km from Gede town off the Mombasa–Malindi Highway
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A grassroots, women-led organisation restoring Kaya forests and preserving traditional herbal medicine in Kilifi County, Kenya.
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