How I became furniture king

Fairdeal Furniture CEO Mohamed Zakir (left) is presented with ISO 9001:2015 Certificate by KEBS Ag. Managing Director Dr. Moses M. Ikiara (centre) accompanied by KEBS Head of Department Caroline A. Outa – Ogweno at KEBS offices in Nairobi. [Courtesy]

Mohamed Zakir, owner of Fairdeal Furniture chain and the Kenyan franchise holder of Ashley’s Furniture Homestore, says he has never had to take a business bank loan.

Mohamed Zakir never for one day felt different. Yes, he was living with albinism and dealing with all that came with it, but it wasn’t a factor that clouded his life. If anything, he pursued his dreams with relentless drive knowing that hard work would get him anywhere.