About Us

Forward, one day at a time.

MBELE was born out of a personal struggle, the constant battle with time, productivity, and staying consistent with goals. Like many people, I found myself setting big ambitions but losing momentum along the way. I tried countless planners and productivity systems, but none seemed to bridge the gap between motivation and real, lasting progress.

That frustration became the foundation for MBELE, a name that comes from the Swahili word “mbele,” meaning “forward.” It represents growth, resilience, and progress one day at a time.

Over the past year, I have poured time, research, and intention into designing this planner from rough sketches and early mockups to the finished version you now see. Every section, from the yearly goals and self-assessment pages to the daily layouts and habit challenges, was created with purpose. The aim was simple: to build a planner that doesn’t just organise your life, but helps you move forward - intentionally, sustainably, and confidently.

A lot of care also went into choosing materials and design details. The goal was to create a planner that feels as premium as it is purposeful; something you’ll be proud to carry and inspired to use every day.

MBELE is more than a planner. It’s a mindset, a reminder that progress doesn’t come all at once, but through consistent, intentional action.

As the Swahili saying goes,
“Tuko Mbele Pamoja” we move forward together.