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At Ankole Luxury, we celebrate African heritage through contemporary handcrafted jewelry and accessories. Each piece is thoughtfully made in Kenya using ethically sourced Ankole horn, brass, and semi-precious gemstones — transformed into timeless designs that tell a story of culture, craftsmanship, and empowerment.
Our team of skilled artisans, including rural women, brings years of expertise and artistry to every creation. Our jewellery artisans have worked with global brands whose collections have appeared in renowned stores such as Ashley Pittman, Neiman Marcus, and Bergdorf Goodman.
We believe that luxury should have purpose blending modern elegance with authentic African artistry. By partnering with local artisans, we preserve traditional skills while creating sustainable opportunities that uplift women and communities.
Discover Ankole Luxury, where nature, artistry, and empowerment meet.
Mission
Empowering artisans and celebrating culture through timeless, handcrafted luxury
Vision
To create a world where African craftsmanship and culture shine through every elegant piece connecting beauty, purpose, and empowerment
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Every bag tells a tale—a narrative woven with threads of tradition, craftsmanship, and empowerment. With each purchase, you become a part of this story, celebrating the spirit of these remarkable women and their enduring legacy.
jewellery and accessories
We are high-end jewellery and accessories women-owned brand based in Nairobi Kenya
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Founder's Brief
A passionate, self-made entrepreneur, Veronica Nyakianda Gakio exemplifies service excellence, sustainability, and collaboration. As the founder and CEO of Ankole Luxury, she leads the design and production of bespoke jewellery and accessories crafted from repurposed horn, brass, and semi-precious stones.
Her global business acumen is shaped by leadership roles in both Dubai and Kenya. Beyond business, Veronica is a dedicated disability advocate, supporting programmes such as Andy Speaks 4SNP and DTSK, which empower families of children on the autism spectrum.
Veronica holds a Diploma in Human Resource Management from Zabeel University, Dubai, UAE, and continues to grow through various entrepreneurship programmes, including AWE, Women Creating Wealth, E4Impact, SheTrades, GIZ, DHL E-Commerce, SINAPIS, WomenWork, and Creative DNA. She also serves on the board of AWEP Kenya, championing women-led enterprises.