Mabati Rolling Mills Limited (MRM) brought local artisans (fundis) together in Nairobi last week for its inaugural Fundi Connect event, a day set aside to recognise, reward and engage the craftsmen behind the installation of its roofing solutions.
The event underscored MRM’s commitment to building lasting relationships with fundis, whose skill and technical expertise are central to quality roofing work. Beyond honouring their efforts, Fundi Connect serves as a platform to strengthen partnerships, deepen product knowledge and celebrate the artisans who bring MRM’s building solutions to life.
Rittah Okello, Relationship Marketing Manager at MRM, stressed the importance of recognising fundis as key contributors to construction projects across Kenya and beyond.
“Today marks our first-ever Fundi Connect event, an opportunity to celebrate the artisans who bring MRM’s products to life through their workmanship. Beyond supplying building materials, we want to recognise fundis as the unsung heroes behind the homes, malls and other construction projects across Kenya and beyond our borders,” she said.
Geoff Antony, Head of Sales and Retail at MRM, was also in attendance, together with other members of the company’s leadership and marketing team. Awards were presented to fundis in appreciation of their continued support and their role in promoting and installing MRM products.
Among the winners was Mark Murimi, who thanked the company for the recognition and spoke about his experience with MRM products.
“Today is a special day, and I sincerely appreciate MRM for organising this event to recognise and reward fundis and contractors who promote its products to customers. I have been using MRM Versatile on my projects, and I am grateful that my work and continued support have been recognised. Receiving this 55-inch television is truly rewarding, and I thank MRM for appreciating the contribution we make as fundis,” he said.
Investing in Skills
MRM also continues to support fundis’ professional growth through its Installer Training Programme. The initiative gives artisans practical skills and the confidence to improve their workmanship, apply their knowledge on-site and help customers avoid costly installation errors. It aims to sharpen technical expertise, boost professional credibility, open up better livelihood opportunities and position certified installers as trusted MRM brand ambassadors.
Through Fundi Connect and its installer training efforts, MRM continues to empower local artisans, promote proper roofing installation and build customer confidence in the quality and durability of its building solutions.