This archive report was first published on 28 October 2021.
Revolutionizing the Art of Shaving ¶
Julius Mwangi, a 24-year-old barber from Thindigua, Kiambu County, has found an innovative way to shave his clients using a shoka, a tool previously used to cut bones.
After noticing a decline in clients due to the high cost of using machines, Julius decided to try something new. 'I wanted to find a unique way to attract clients and make my services more appealing,' he explained in an interview.
The shoka, which Julius uses to shave his clients, is a unique tool that leaves no hair on the head. 'It's a game-changer,' he said. 'Clients come here to see if it's true that I can shave them using a shoka, and when they see the results, they're amazed.'
Julius, who has become known as 'the shoka guy,' takes pride in his work and ensures that his clients are satisfied with the service. 'I've had clients come here with different expectations, and when they see the results, they're happy,' he said.
The shoka method has its own set of rules and requirements. Julius must be careful not to cut himself or his clients, and he must ensure that the shoka is clean and well-maintained. 'It's a delicate process, but it's worth it,' he said.
Julius's clients have praised his work, saying that the shoka method is more effective than using machines. 'I was skeptical at first, but the results are amazing,' said Dennis Mwangi, one of Julius's clients.
Despite the unconventional method, Julius is confident that his clients will continue to come back. 'The shoka is a game-changer, and I'm proud to be one of the few barbers who use it,' he said.
