{"id":1571,"date":"2025-08-21T12:48:39","date_gmt":"2025-08-21T12:48:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/stunnerbiz.co.ke\/?p=1571"},"modified":"2025-08-21T14:19:56","modified_gmt":"2025-08-21T14:19:56","slug":"the-it-graduate-who-taught-bees-to-speak-data-the-story-of-stanley-ngeli-somba-who-will-be-speaking-and-exhibiting-in-stunnerbiz-mashinani","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/stunnerbiz.co.ke\/index.php\/2025\/08\/21\/the-it-graduate-who-taught-bees-to-speak-data-the-story-of-stanley-ngeli-somba-who-will-be-speaking-and-exhibiting-in-stunnerbiz-mashinani\/","title":{"rendered":"THE IT GRADUATE WHO TAUGHT BEES TO SPEAK DATA: THE STORY OF STANLEY NGELI SOMBA WHO WILL BE SPEAKING\u00a0 AND EXHIBITING AT STUNNERBIZ MASHINANI"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

With a  never say die mindset, young entrepreneur  has a story to tell and a business to be proud of<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

What happens when a tech savvy graduate with zero background in agriculture decides to step into the world of bees? For most, it would sound absurd. But for Stanley Ngeli Somba, it became the spark of a revolution.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Armed not with a smoker and a veil, but with  sharp skills in  data analytics,  Ngeli  built a company that lets honey tell its own story –  where it came from, which flowers the bees foraged, and even the conditions under which it was harvested. Today, his company Ngeli Foods is not just selling honey. It is building trust in an industry tainted by adulteration, lifting farmers out of poverty, conserving ecosystems, and rewriting what youth-led agribusiness looks like in Kenya.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

From IT to Honey: A Journey of Vision and Innovation<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Unlike most agripreneurs,  Ngeli  didn\u2019t inherit a lineage of hives or a family tradition of beekeeping. His roots lie in information technology, with a speciality in data analytics, a field that, at first glance, couldn\u2019t be further from buzzing apiaries. Yet, it is precisely this background that has given Ngeli Foods its edge.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

At the heart of his enterprise is a custom-built traceability system that  Ngeli  designed himself. This system ensures that every jar of honey tells a verifiable story: where it was harvested, the exact geolocation of the farm, the flowers the bees foraged, and even the quality parameters tested before purchase. \u201cWhat makes Ngeli Foods unique is that our products can be traced completely from hive to table. Technology and data are the backbone of our authenticity,\u201d  Ngeli  affirms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ngeli Foods was formally registered in 2023 , but its story traces back to  2019 , when   the young  entrepreneur was a first-year student at  Strathmore University , pursuing a  bachelor\u2019s degree  in business information technology . Using his parents\u2019 hives, pocket money, and sheer determination, he started selling honey informally and reinvesting every shilling back into the business.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

By the time he graduated in 2022 with  a first class honours, he had already grown to more than one hundred  hives. Today, Ngeli Foods runs over one hundred and seventy  hives of its own and partners with seventy eight  beekeepers in Machakos, Makueni, and Kitui, who are trained by  the company  on  sustainable beekeeping practices.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Impacting Farmers, Communities, and the Environment<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ngeli  understands that the honey story has two sides: the consumer, who wants genuine, unadulterated honey, and the  farmer , who often struggles with poor practices and low returns.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ngeli Foods bridges this gap by training farmers on proper hive inspection, sustainable harvesting, and environmental conservation. As the young entrepreneur  notes, bees are critical: they pollinate 70% of wild food, indirectly supporting food security and biodiversity. Farmers benefit through improved yields, fair prices, and increased income.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Scaling with Partnerships and Awards<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The  rise of  Ngeli Foods has been supercharged by strategic partnerships and prestigious awards. He credits institutions like KIRDI (Kenya Industrial Research and Development Institute) and Hand in Hand  East Africa  for equipping him with machinery, research facilities, and product formulation support that laid the foundation for scaling.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Beyond this, his vision has been validated on global stages: from winning the Global Students Entrepreneurship Awards (GSEA) in both the Kenyan and African chapters, to being part of the Barka Accelerator Cohort 1, the World Resources Institute\u2019s Land Accelerator Top 15 Africa Cohort, and Moonshot Camp 2025. He also earned recognition and support from the Tony Elumelu Foundation (2024), Neycha Accelerator, Ayute Agribusiness under Heifer International, and the KEPSA Market Intelligence Award.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

His  crowning moment came in 2024, when Ngeli Foods won the Presidential Innovation Award, a milestone that amplified the company\u2019s visibility.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Ngeli Foods\u2019 unadulterated honey, pure, traceable, and sustainably sourced from hive to table.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Overcoming Challenges<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ngeli\u2019s journey has been marked by hurdles that test both resilience and ingenuity. One of the toughest has been the unpredictability of weather. Honey production fluctuates sharply with droughts, floods, or prolonged dry spells, making supply inconsistent. \u201cIf there is  drought, there is  no honey. If there is  flooding, there is  no honey. Seasons can completely determine how much we produce,\u201d he explained. To mitigate this, he now works with a network   farmers  to spread the risk and ensure year-round supply.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Another persistent challenge lies in sourcing quality produce from farmers. Many farmers still perceive beekeeping as a  \u2018set and forget\u2019  activity. Ngeli Foods has had to invest heavily in training over seventy eight  farmers on sustainable beekeeping, hive inspection, and proper harvesting. This ensures consistent quality while also empowering farmers to earn more from better yields.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The financial realities of running a start-up have been no less demanding. Scaling requires machinery, facilities, and people, yet resources are often tight.  The young entrepreneur  admits this balance between big vision and limited budgets can be daunting. \u201cI\u2019ve had very tough times financially, from the market side, even trying to figure out the product itself. But  one thing I\u2019ve learned is never to give up. Even if it means just showing up while you figure things out, that persistence makes all the difference.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ultimately, what keeps him going is the bold mindset he calls being \u201cdelulu.\u201d As he puts it: \u201cIf you have an idea and you believe in yourself, it\u2019s better to try . You have to be as delusional as possible, wild with your ideas, believe they will  work, and just start. That belief has carried me through the hardest challenges.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Brand and Market Strategy<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ngeli Foods\u2019 branding is rooted in authenticity and differentiation. Inspired by international honey labeling, the company markets its honey based on floral sources, multiflora, acacia, orange blossom, made possible by its traceability system.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The company serves direct consumers, hotels, and business-to-business (B2B) clients with flexible packaging sizes ranging from 20 grams to  tons. Their products are currently available  in Nairobi, Machakos, and Kiambu, with the capacity to deliver nationwide.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

On the digital front, Ngeli Foods leverages Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook, creating relatable, youthful, and engaging content that appeals to both urban and rural consumers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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One of Ngeli Foods\u2019 hives, symbolizing innovation, tradition, and premium honey supply.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Future: 500 Farmers and Beyond<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Looking ahead,  he   envisions Ngeli Foods scaling its farmer network to over five hundred  beekeepers within the next  two to three  years, while expanding into more  byproducts and entering the  export market. His goal is to build a global agribusiness brand  that remains rooted in sustainability, youth empowerment, and innovation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Advice to Youth: Start Where You Are<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

For young people hesitant about venturing into  agribusiness,  Ngeli  has one piece of advice:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

 \u201cStart where you are. All our beautiful ideas only matter if you implement them. Be imaginative, even delusional, but start. Once you do, believe and manifest, it will happen.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A Sweet Legacy in the Making<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

From a student balancing pocket money and hives to a national award-winning entrepreneur,  Ngeli  embodies the promise of youth-led agribusiness. Through Ngeli Foods, he is proving that innovation, sustainability, and a little bit of \u201cdelulu\u201d can indeed build a sweeter, more resilient future for farmers, consumers, and the environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Man behind the Brand<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Beyond beekeeping, Ngeli  leads a simple life.  He is also very  disciplined. His mornings begin with  gym workouts , followed by a hearty breakfast before heading to work. While he manages the business, he prefers fieldwork over staying in the office, thriving in hands-on engagement with farmers and partners.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A car enthusiast, his dream ride is a Toyota Land Cruiser, chosen for its reliability over luxury. He enjoys simple meals like ugali and mboga (vegetables), values open communication, and feeds his curiosity through YouTube videos on business, real estate, and entrepreneurship.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

When it comes to inspiration, his favourite film is Coach Carter, a story about mindset, resilience, and transformation. These themes  resonate deeply with his entrepreneurial journey. He will be one of the speakers and exhibitors during the StunnerBiz Mashinani conference and expo next month in Othaya, Nyeri County.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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