Nairobi, Feb. 16 -- In the quiet northern suburb of Ruaka in Kiambu County, Candy Nabwire has transformed her two-bedroom rental into a space that defines her identity as an African woman.

"People hesitate to decorate rental properties because they don't own them. But decorating isn't about ownership; it's about creating a space where you feel comfortable and happy," says Candy. "I look at it this way: This is my space, my sanctuary. I live here, so why not make it feel like home?"

The 32-year-old has made her time in Ruaka memorable and intends to cherish those memories for a long time. The monthly rent for her house is Sh32,000, but the money she has spent on it is much more than that.

Her house tells a story of creativity, heritage ...