On this episode of Rumors of Doing Good, Rob Schellert is joined by Ebun Feludu, the founder of Kókárí Coconuts in Lagos, Nigeria. Ebun has built a social enterprise that’s transforming Nigeria’s coconut industry through sustainable production, empowering women, and supporting local communities.
They dive into the origins of Kókárí, the challenges of building a values-driven business, and how Ebun’s faith and vision continue to inspire hope, opportunity, and meaningful change.
Whether you’re interested in entrepreneurship, social impact, or just curious about how one small venture can grow into a movement, this conversation is full of insights and inspiration.
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Intro/Outro music by skinfiltr8r.
About Ebun:
Ebun Feludu is the Founder and Chief Coconut Cracker of Kókárí Coconuts & Company. Driven by a love for the coconut and its regenerative power, she launched Kokari to create sustainable impact across Nigeria and beyond.
Under her leadership, the company has empowered thousands of farmers, created clean-label products for global markets, and planted tens of thousands of coconut trees. Guided by the ethos of “Kókárí” — “Let the good go around” — Ebun is proving that innovation, purpose, and African excellence can flourish together, transforming both crops and communities along the way.
Learn more about Kókárí Coconuts here: kokaricompany.com




