Virtual Voyage Kenya – World Partnership Walk

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Named after Mount Kenya, Kenya is famed for its panoramic landscapes and rich wildlife. The population of Kenya is also extremely diverse, with over 40 ethnic groups and over 60 languages spoken.

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Dear Friends,

Hujambo! It’s a pleasure to welcome you to Kenya.

Aga Khan Foundation and the Madrasa Early Childhood Program has supported tens of thousands of young children in East Africa to reach their full potential. Having been involved in this work since 1998, I have had the privilege of seeing preschool beneficiaries become gynecologists, bankers, and lawyers, to name a few.

Support from the Government of Canada and Canadian supporters over the past three decades has been instrumental in ensuring all children have access to quality education in Kenya, starting in the early years. The strength of this partnership was on full display when the coronavirus triggered school closures across Kenya, forcing students, teachers, and parents to adapt to the new challenges of remote learning. We were able to implement a broad range of innovations, from TV programs promoting reading to WhatsApp groups to support teachers, all to ensure children can flourish, even in challenging circumstances.

We know more challenging days lay ahead. Our work ensuring children have a stable foundation is even more necessary now to build a future that is more prosperous, peaceful, and inclusive.

Thank you for your partnership in our work.

Amina Mwitu

Regional Early Childhood Development Advisor

Aga Khan Foundation (East Africa)

Our impact in Kenya

Aga Khan Foundation Canada’s programs in Kenya began in the 1980s, supporting health, rural development, and education programs. In the 1990s, Canada was a crucial investor in the Madrasa Early Childhood Program, established in Mombasa, which transformed preschool education in coastal Kenya. The program has since expanded to support students and teachers in elementary school, reaching over 330,000 girls and boys in East Africa to support brighter futures.

Today, with support from Canada and Canadian supporters, AKFC has made substantial investments in improving systems of health and education in Kenya, ensuring women, men, girls, and boys are able to reach their full potential. In partnership with local civil society, governments, and communities, we are supporting transformative change that lasts.

Kenya at a Glance

5,199 metres above sea level is the highest point in Kenya – Mount Kenya
11.3 expected years of schooling
26.2 percent of children under five who are moderately or severely stunted

In 2020

13,200 children reached through early childhood development programs
400 teachers and school heads reached via education programs
190 early childhood development centres and community spaces supported

Our impact in Kenya

Kenya at a Glance

5,199 metres above sea level is the highest point in Kenya – Mount Kenya
11.3 expected years of schooling
26.2 percent of children under five who are moderately or severely stunted

In 2020

13,200 children through reached early childhood development programs
400 teachers and school heads reached via education programs
190 early childhood development centres and community spaces supported

Building Blocks

Told through the eyes of Dr. Nyabera, this short video tours the upgrades to the Kenyenya hospital in Kenya: the new operating theatre; renovations to the maternity wing; and training opportunities for staff. Learn about the difference these improvements will make to the hospital’s staff and patients, particularly pregnant women and newborn babies.

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Step Up to the Challenge

Walk 3k to celebrate the 30,000 Kenyans who are now getting better care closer to home, thanks to upgrades to the Kenyenya hospital.

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Share the Impact

Funds raised by the Walk contributed to several upgrades to the Kenyenya hospital in Kenya: the new operating theatre, renovations to the maternity wing, and training opportunities for staff. Share this with your friends, family, and colleagues to inspire them to get involved. You can find pre-written messages in the participant centre and the Walk app!

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Have Fun with the Family

Download our family-friendly activities booklet to help children learn about the countries we visit on the Virtual Voyage. In Kenya, kids will learn about the history and culture of the country through a colouring page.

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