About ABSE

Rooted in Laikipia. Built around nature and livestock livelihoods.

Our mission is to commercialise indigenous, plant-based bio-acaricides that safeguard livestock livelihoods while preserving East Africa's biodiversity.

Community plant demonstration at a cattle shed. Edited image with the ABSE logo and packaging concept added. verify participants agreed to photo use

Our story and roots

Founded in Laikipia County, ABSE connects traditional ethnobotanical knowledge with modern agriscience.

The problem we solve

Over-reliance on synthetic chemical acaricides can lead to tick resistance, chemical residues in meat and milk, and contamination of local freshwater systems. verify and add a source

Governance

Governance and leadership

Frank Wanjohi

Founder and Director

Founder and idea developer behind ABSE, and Director of the company. verify wording

Jane Mwangi

Veterinary Doctor, Nyeri and Laikipia counties

A key pillar in the development and testing of the bio-acaricide. verify wording and title

Serah Mwangi

Extension Officer

Extension officer working with farmers and communities. verify role description and photo

John Munge

Finance and Accounting

Accountant responsible for ABSE's finances. verify role description and photo

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