Buy a Jibu Franchise

Jibu is a social enterprise franchise founded in 2010 that empowers entrepreneurs in underserved emerging markets to own and operate businesses providing affordable, safe drinking water as the anchor product. Operating in eight countries across East Africa and beyond, Jibu has scaled a network of locally owned, financially independent, and self-sustaining franchises that purify and sell clean water within urban and peri-urban communities. The franchise model integrates franchising with microfinance, offering entrepreneurs training, equipment, and ongoing support to build profitable businesses that address critical human needs while creating economic opportunities. Jibu’s vision is to revolutionize access to basic necessities by training and financing co-invested business owners who generate local jobs—over 75% held by women—and foster community resilience. The brand also expands into selling other essential products, leveraging its trusted presence. Franchise owners typically earn a 20-25% return on investment and create an average of seven jobs per location, contributing to sustainable development and climate impact through reduced plastic use and charcoal reliance.