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Self Care for Bright Futures members

By Bright Futures

This month at their weekly meetings, the members of our Bright Futures program for young mothers are focusing on the importance of self-appreciation and self-care, even when life gets busy. Last weekend, they invited a dentist from a clinic in Kibera to facilitate a session on dental care. Also last…

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Jumping for Joy

By Girls Club

Starting this month, we will be incorporating jump rope into our girls’ empowerment club activities. Moving forward, they will spend two weeks a month participating in jump rope and two weeks a month on taekwondo after their life skills sessions. The girls were so excited to start this past Sunday…

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Tailoring Course Back in Session

By Bright Futures

Our sewing class, taught by fashion designer David Avido is back in session after a holiday break! This week, the students learned how to pattern and construct skirts and crop tops. The classes are made possible by the Bright Futures program and Project Kenya.

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Throwback Thursday: Peter

By Sponsorship

Three years ago, a friend contacted us about a student named Peter who had dropped out of school just before eighth grade due to lack of school fees and was working casual jobs to try and help his family. With her support, we were able to offer Peter a place…

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Female Fundis Start Their Second Semester

By Bright Futures

Our Female Fundis started the second semester of their plumbing and electrical courses last week! In total, nine students are attending these courses at a vocational training school in Kibera through our Bright Futures program and they are changing perceptions about what type of occupations and career paths women can…

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New Scholarship Recipients

By Sponsorship

When opportunities arise for high school scholarships through our Sponsorship Program each year, we give priority to students who are committed members of Uweza’s programs and who perform well academically. This year’s scholarships recipients Arnold, Friday, Frankline, and Siama participate in our soccer program and Naomi is a member of…

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Fires in Kibera

By Kibera News, Photography

Fires are a major challenge for residents of Kibera and break out several times each month. The cause of the fires is not always known but suspected causes include electrical faults, gas explosions, and the knocking over of lanterns, stoves, and candles. Because homes and businesses are located very close…

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