The International Day for the Eradication of Poverty, celebrated on the 17th day of October, is designated to promote awareness of the need to eradicate poverty and destitution in all countries. Moja Tu seeks to break the poverty cycle in Kenya by providing young children with education that will equip them More »
The saying, “The past is our heritage, the present is a gift and tomorrow is our responsibility,” aptly captures Jedidah Nyambura’s story. Not one to shy away from her past, she reminisces of the days long gone when her education hung in the balance. The past… “I hail from Laikipia More »
International Youth Day (IYD) is commemorated on August 12th each year in a bid to raise awareness about the challenges and attitudes of young people around the world. This year, the theme for IYD is “Youth Engagement for Global Action,” with the overarching objective of highlighting the ways in which the More »
Women’s Equality Day is all about stressing the importance of equality between men and women. Women are independent, self-driven, and ambitious individuals who deserve the chance to steer their futures in the direction of their choosing. As Rosalynn Carter once said: “You have to have confidence in your ability, and More »
Billy is a form four graduate from our class of 2019. He is super excited to have finished his secondary school studies and is now looking forward to joining university later this year. For Billy it has taken a lot of determination to come this far. Having been abandoned by More »
We set out for Kenya on the afternoon of April 20th from Austin, TX. We couldn’t wait to see the students again after almost a year apart! After a full day of traveling, we finally touched down in Kenya at 9 pm on April 21st, where we were greeted by More »
Worldwide, Valentine’s Day is celebrated as a day of love. Whether it’s love for your parents, children, friends, or partners, Valentine’s Day is all about showing those you love how much they mean to you. The feeling that comes with knowing someone cares about you is unlike any other. More »
Whether private or public, primary or secondary, schools across Kenya require their students to have a uniform to attend class. Having a uniform goes a long way in contributing to a student’s sense of belonging to their school’s community. Unfortunately, it is often very difficult for students in impoverished areas More »
Established in Nyahuru Town, Laikipia County, in 2006, Graceland Girls Secondary School is a top private boarding school for girls. Graceland Girls’ administrative team is led by a husband and wife who have both previously taught in public government schools. They are experienced in the teaching field and seek to More »
Kenya has earned medals in the IAAF (International Association of Athletics Federation) world championships. Kenya’s Rugby Team, Shujaa, won the Singapore Sevens Cup making international history and toppling traditional sports giants such as the USA. These successes were received with great pride and celebration in Kenya. The nation gained respect More »