Swahili Village: A taste of Africa in United States of America

Swahili Village in Washington DC

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken during a visit of Swahili Village in Washington DC. The restaurant was founded by a Kenyan, Kevin Onyona. Swahili Village opened its first eatery on July 13, 2016 in the historic town of Beltsville, in Maryland. PHOTO | COURTESY

The business idea was hatched during the search for a washroom in Maryland. Today, Swahili Village is one of the finest African cuisine restaurants in the US.

Kevin Onyona founded the chain in 2016, and today it boasts of three restaurants.