The Bailliage of Nairobi held a competition for all members to design a new lapel pin.

The winner was Mrs. Edwina Harris Shah, Dame de la Chaîne, whose design did not employ the use of AI.

She described it as follows, “This proposed pin I feel, is a strong fit for the Chaîne des Rôtisseurs as it is distinctly Nairobi-centric, celebrating the city’s unique skyline and identity rather than a broad national narrative. The inclusion of the lilac-breasted roller - Kenya’s national bird - adds a subtle nod to the country while keeping the focus firmly on Nairobi itself.”

Edwina continued, “Its clean, elegant composition and refined enamel style align seamlessly with the Chaîne’s sense of tradition, quality, and understated prestige. At the same time, the contemporary skyline conveys a modern, progressive Nairobi, reflecting a city that is dynamic, evolving, and globally relevant making the pin both timeless and representative of today’s Nairobi.”

Making a competition out of the project was a great idea and really got the members involved!

Shabnam Nayer
Bailli Délégue
Member of the Conseil Magistral