{"id":17959,"date":"2025-04-22T12:49:54","date_gmt":"2025-04-22T09:49:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/africasustainabilitymatters.com\/?p=17959"},"modified":"2026-01-11T05:31:50","modified_gmt":"2026-01-11T05:31:50","slug":"african-originals-becomes-africas-first-gin-and-cider-b-corp","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/rayscohosting.best\/ASM\/2025\/04\/22\/african-originals-becomes-africas-first-gin-and-cider-b-corp\/","title":{"rendered":"African Originals becomes Africa\u2019s first gin and cider B Corp"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"\" data-start=\"145\" data-end=\"328\">In a significant stride for sustainable enterprise in Africa, <a href=\"https:\/\/africanoriginals.com\/\"><span class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\">Kenya&#8217;s African Originals <\/span><\/a><span class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\">has become the continent&#8217;s first gin and cider manufacturer to achieve <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bcorporation.net\/en-us\/certification\/\">B Corp certification<\/a><\/span>. <span class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\">This globally recognized designation is awarded to companies that meet rigorous standards of social and environmental performance, accountability, and transparency<\/span>.\u200b<\/p>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"383\" data-end=\"581\"><span class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\">Founded in 2018 in Nairobi, African Originals began its journey crafting cider in a shipping container, using real Kenyan ingredients<\/span>. <span class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\">Over the years, the company has expanded its product line to include award-winning beverages like KO Purple Haze Gin and The Mara Gin Botanical Edition<\/span>. <span class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\">Their mission has remained steadfast: to celebrate Africa&#8217;s bold spirit and rich heritage through premium craft beverages<\/span> .\u200b<\/p>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"643\" data-end=\"847\"><span class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\">African Originals&#8217; operations are deeply intertwined with sustainability and community development<\/span>. <span class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\">The company sources ingredients directly from local farmers across Kenya, including mangoes from Makueni, passion fruits from Eldoret, baobab from Kilifi, and mint from Kiambu<\/span>. <span class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\">They also collaborate with the Maasai community for unique botanicals<\/span> .\u200b<\/p>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"849\" data-end=\"935\"><span class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\">Their sustainability initiatives align with several UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)<\/span>:\u200b<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"937\" data-end=\"1364\">\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"937\" data-end=\"1050\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"939\" data-end=\"1050\"><strong data-start=\"939\" data-end=\"961\">SDG 2: Zero Hunger<\/strong> \u2013 <span class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\">By empowering small-scale farmers with fair opportunities, they enhance food security and promote sustainable agriculture<\/span>.\u200b<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"1052\" data-end=\"1183\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"1054\" data-end=\"1183\"><strong data-start=\"1054\" data-end=\"1094\">SDG 8: Decent Work &amp; Economic Growth<\/strong> \u2013 <span class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\">Through programs like AO Mavericks and She-Originals, they foster economic growth by creating inclusive employment opportunities and supporting young talent<\/span>.\u200b<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"1185\" data-end=\"1364\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"1187\" data-end=\"1364\"><strong data-start=\"1187\" data-end=\"1235\">SDG 12: Responsible Consumption &amp; Production<\/strong> \u2013 <span class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\">The company emphasizes waste reduction and resource efficiency, recycling non-reusable glass bottles and promoting a circular economy.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Read also: <a href=\"https:\/\/rayscohosting.best\/ASM\/how-manufacturers-can-forge-sustainable-business-models-through-innovation\/\">How manufacturers can forge sustainable business models through innovation<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"1394\" data-end=\"1602\"><span class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\">African Originals&#8217; dedication to quality and innovation has not gone unnoticed<\/span>. <span class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\">In 2024, they were honored with the Brand Innovator of the Year award at the World Gin Awards<\/span>. <span class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\">Their KO Klub Limited Edition Gin series, featuring flavors like Coastal Spices and Very Berry, showcases their commitment to crafting unique beverages with locally sourced ingredients.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"1604\" data-end=\"1730\"><span class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\">Additionally, at the Kenya Beverage Excellence Awards 2024, African Originals clinched multiple accolades, including Most Preferred Ready-to-Drink Tea for KO Tropical Iced Tea and Most Preferred Cider for KO Passion and Lime Cider<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"1756\" data-end=\"1964\"><span class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\">With a vision to become Africa\u2019s ultimate lifestyle brand, African Originals is expanding its footprint beyond Kenya<\/span>. <span class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\">The company has entered the Ugandan market and is eyeing Tanzania and Rwanda for further expansion<\/span>. <span class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\">This growth is supported by a strategic partnership with Mauritius-based Phoenix Beverages Group, which acquired a 28.3% equity stake in African Originals.<\/span><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1756\" data-end=\"1964\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.impactingafrica.com\/practice-areas\/\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-16519\" src=\"https:\/\/rayscohosting.best\/ASM\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Website-ads.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"728\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/rayscohosting.best\/ASM\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Website-ads.jpg 728w, https:\/\/rayscohosting.best\/ASM\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Website-ads-300x82.jpg 300w, https:\/\/rayscohosting.best\/ASM\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Website-ads-585x161.jpg 585w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 728px) 100vw, 728px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"2014\" data-end=\"2141\"><span class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\">African Originals exemplifies how businesses can thrive while prioritizing sustainability and community empowerment<\/span>. <span class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\">Their B Corp certification sets a precedent for other African enterprises, demonstrating that it&#8217;s possible to achieve global recognition without compromising on ethical and environmental standards<\/span>.\u200b<\/p>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"2143\" data-end=\"2282\">As the company continues to grow and innovate, it serves as a beacon for sustainable practices in the African beverage industry and beyond.<\/p>\n<div class=\"h-[60px]\"><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>In a significant stride for sustainable enterprise in Africa, Kenya&#8217;s African Originals has become the continent&#8217;s first gin and cider manufacturer to achieve B Corp certification. 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