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25th May 2026

𝐁𝐨𝐫𝐞𝐡𝐨𝐥𝐞 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐢𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐒𝐡𝐞𝐥𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐇𝐨𝐮𝐬𝐞𝐬 𝐋𝐚𝐮𝐧𝐜𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐠

On 20th May 2026, Good Neighbors International’s Secretary General, alongside senior directors from Korea and Kenya Good Neighbors teams led by Mr. Namun, the Country Director, successfully conducted a field mission in Ilbissil Township and Ngatataek area aimed at strengthening community resilience, improving livelihoods, and supporting vulnerable families through sustainable development initiatives.

1.𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐢𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐨𝐟 𝐚 𝐛𝐨𝐫𝐞𝐡𝐨𝐥𝐞 𝐚𝐭 𝐈𝐥𝐛𝐢𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐥 𝐓𝐨𝐰𝐧𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐡𝐞𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐒𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐥

The visit commenced in Ilbissil Township, where the Secretary General officially commissioned a newly drilled borehole project. The borehole is expected to significantly improve access to clean and reliable water for the local school and the surrounding community.

Through this initiative, the school will now have a dependable water source to support agricultural activities such as growing of fruit trees, vegetables etc. within the school compound, enabling learners and staff to engage in food production and school feeding initiatives. The project is also expected to contribute to improved hygiene and sanitation while reducing the burden of water scarcity that has affected the area for years.

“Access to clean water is essential for education, health, nutrition, and dignity.”

Parents, teachers, community leaders, and students expressed gratitude for the support, noting that the borehole will greatly transform learning conditions and strengthen food security within the school.

𝟐. 𝐋𝐚𝐮𝐧𝐜𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐨𝐟 𝐟𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐭𝐰𝐨-𝐛𝐞𝐝𝐫𝐨𝐨𝐦 𝐬𝐡𝐞𝐥𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐬𝐞𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐍𝐠𝐚𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐚𝐞𝐤 – 𝐊𝐚𝐣𝐢𝐚𝐝𝐨 𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐲

The team later proceeded to Ngatataek, where the Secretary General officially launched the construction of five two-bedroom shelter houses for five families in the area.

The housing project seeks to provide safe, dignified, and secure shelter for families living in difficult conditions. The new houses are expected to improve the well-being, safety, and living standards of the beneficiaries while restoring hope and stability within the community.

The beneficiaries, communities and local leaders expressed heartfelt appreciation for the continued support and presence of Good Neighbors in Kajiado County. Community members highlighted the positive impact of the organization’s programs in areas such as education, water access, child protection, food security, and community empowerment.

Good Neighbors continues to create lasting impact and strengthen resilience among families and communities across Kajiado County.

25th MAY 2026

𝐃𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐨𝐟 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐭-𝐔𝐩 𝐊𝐢𝐭𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐃𝐨𝐧 𝐁𝐨𝐬𝐜𝐨 𝐓𝐕𝐄𝐓 𝐆𝐫𝐚𝐝𝐮𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐬

On 19th May 2026, 𝐊𝐞𝐧𝐲𝐚 𝐆𝐨𝐨𝐝 𝐍𝐞𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐛𝐨𝐫𝐬 organized a significant empowerment event aimed at promoting self-reliance among vocational training graduates. During the event, a total of 𝟔𝟗 𝐥𝐚𝐩𝐭𝐨𝐩𝐬 and 𝟒𝟕 𝐬𝐞𝐰𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐦𝐚𝐜𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬 were donated as start-up kits to graduates of Don Bosco TVET who successfully completed their training in 𝐈𝐧𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐓𝐞𝐜𝐡𝐧𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐠𝐲 (𝐈𝐂𝐓) and 𝐓𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠, 𝐅𝐚𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐃𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐠𝐧 and 𝐃𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐌𝐚𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 under the Livelihood Project last year.

The ceremony was presided over by 𝐆𝐨𝐨𝐝 𝐍𝐞𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐛𝐨𝐫𝐬 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥, led by the 𝐒𝐞𝐜𝐫𝐞𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝐆𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐥 and accompanied by other senior directors from Korea. They were joined by the Kenya Good Neighbors team led by the Country Director, 𝐌𝐫. 𝐍𝐚𝐦𝐮𝐧, who welcomed guests and underscored the organization’s commitment to empowering young people through skills development and economic opportunities.

The donated kits are expected to play a crucial role in helping graduates transition from training to employment and entrepreneurship. The laptops will enable ICT graduates to establish digital service businesses, engage in freelance work, and enhance their professional competencies, while the sewing machines will support Tailoring, Fashion Design, and Dress Making graduates in starting tailoring and garment production enterprises within their communities.

Access to start-up tools remains one of the biggest challenges facing graduates seeking to enter the labor market, and the donation was intended to bridge this gap and create sustainable income-generating opportunities.

The start-up kits will significantly reduce the barriers graduates face in establishing careers and businesses. The graduates pledged to utilize the equipment effectively to improve their livelihoods, support their families, and contribute positively to the economic development of their communities.

The event highlighted the strong partnership between Kenya Good Neighbors and Don Bosco TVET in promoting youth empowerment through education, skills development, and post-training support, ensuring that graduates are equipped not only with knowledge and skills but also with the tools necessary to succeed in the competitive job market.

We are proud to invest in the dreams and future of young people, empowering them to build successful careers and transform their communities

25th May 2026

𝐒𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐥 𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐚𝐥𝐬 𝐬𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭

Education is a powerful tool that enables individuals to develop their potential, acquire essential knowledge and skills, and improve their quality of life. It serves as the foundation for personal growth, self-reliance, and sustainable community development.

We recognize education as a fundamental right, and we continue to invest in initiatives that create a supportive learning environment for children and support their academic success.

17th April 2026

Public Benefits Organizations Week 2026

Public Benefits Organizations Week 2026 (PBO Week 2026) was organized by the Public Benefits Organizations Regulatory Authority(PBORA), which focused on celebrating, connecting, and collaborating with Public Benefit Organizations (PBOs).

17th April 2026

𝐖𝐞𝐳𝐞𝐬𝐡𝐚 𝐌𝐚𝐣𝐢𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐢 𝐒𝐚𝐜𝐜𝐨 𝐒𝐨𝐜𝐢𝐞𝐭𝐲 𝐋𝐢𝐦𝐢𝐭𝐞𝐝- 𝟓𝐭𝐡 𝐀𝐆𝐌

Wezesha Majirani Sacco Society Limited is an Umbrella SACCO owned by Kenya Good Neighbors, established to support communities across the nine Counties where the organization operates.

30th January 2026

Scholarship support

On 28th January 2026, we were honored to host Mama Nahyeon at Mama Nahyeon School, where she graciously presented a scholarship worth KES 861,011.60 to support our learners.

13th August 2025

International Youth Day Celebration in Kakuma

On 12th August 2025, Kenya Good Neighbors joined hands with Don Bosco Technical Institute Kakuma to celebrate International Youth day with the vibrant and inspiring young people in our community.

Through our partnership, Kenya Good neighbors currently supports 180 students pursuing ICT and tailoring courses, equipping them with practical skills that open doors to economic opportunities and brighter futures.

13th August 2025

Graduation Ceremony

Kenya Good Neighbors was proud to join hands with partners, community leaders, and families to celebrate the graduation of 109 students from both refugee and host communities at Don Bosco Technical Institute Kakuma.
These inspiring young men and women, supported by Kenya Good Neighbors, have successfully completed training in ICT and Tailoring, gaining practical skills that open doors to employment, entrepreneurship, and self-reliance.

13th August 2025

Anti-FGM Campaign

FGM remains a prevalent practice in Kajiado County despite being criminalized in 2011. However, with community-driven efforts, knowledge is spreading and traditions are being questioned. On 11^th August 2025, Kenya Good Neighbors team, led by the Maternal Newborn and Health program director, joins the county government of Kajiado to launch Anti-FGM campaign in Oloitoktok. https://youtu.be/hFRVxmxzOxo

15th July 2025

𝐎𝐧𝐞 𝐌𝐚𝐧 𝐖𝐡𝐨 𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐓𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐬 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐣𝐞𝐜𝐭 𝐢𝐧 𝐍𝐠𝐚𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐚𝐞𝐤-𝐊𝐚𝐣𝐢𝐚𝐝𝐨 𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐲

Kajiado County has experienced a trend of increased temperatures and unpredictable rainfall patterns in recent years, leading to more frequent droughts and water scarcity. This has negatively impacted livelihoods, particularly for pastoralist communities, through livestock losses and increased human-wildlife conflict.

2nd July 2025

𝐌𝐨𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐛𝐢𝐤𝐞 𝐅𝐥𝐚𝐠𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐠-𝐎𝐟𝐟 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐌𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐒𝐡𝐞𝐥𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐅𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐋𝐚𝐲𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐂𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐦𝐨𝐧𝐲

Good Neighbors has been implementing the Maternal and Newborn Health Project in Kajiado County. As part of this initiative, a special event was held on 27th June 2025 in Ngatataek to mark two major milestones: the flagging-off of motorbikes to support community health outreach, and Maternal Shelter Foundation Laying. for a new maternal shelter.

The event was graced by the Ambassador of the Republic of Korea to Kenya, H.E. Kang Hyung-shik, and the Governor of Kajiado County, H.E. Joseph Ole Lenku.

14th April 2025

Africa Regional Forum on Sustainable Development

Representatives from Good Neighbors Kenya and Good Neighbors International Uganda attended the 11th Africa Regional Forum on Sustainable Development (#ARFSD11) in Kampala, Uganda that took place from 9th to 11th April.
Under the theme “Driving job creation and economic growth through sustainable, inclusive, science- and evidence-based solutions for the 2030 Agenda and Agenda 2063,”

24th March 2025

Mama Nahyeon visit

On March 19, 2025, Kenya Good Neighbors had the privilege of hosting Mama Nahyeon, the special donor of St. Gabriel Nahyeon Community Centre Primary School in Dandora informal settlement, Nairobi. The school was founded in honour of Nahyeon, a former team manager at the Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA) for East Africa, who passed away in 2013.

4th March 2025

Donation of six Advanced Life Support (ALS) ambulances to Kajiado County

In a major boost for maternal and newborn healthcare, the Maternal and Newborn Health (MNH) Project, implemented by Kenya Good Neighbors and funded by KOICA, officially handed over six Advanced Life Support (ALS) ambulances to Kajiado County on March 4, 2025. The handover ceremony, held in Kajiado, was presided over by Governor Joseph Ole-Lenku.

28th Feb 2025

Multistorey Kitchen Garden in Joseph Apudo Primary

The Joseph Apudo Kitchen Garden project aimed to promote sustainable agricultural practices and address food security by implementing multistorey gardens. The initiative targeted 40 participants from Joseph Apudo Junior Secondary and Primary School, providing them with comprehensive training on designing, constructing, and maintaining these innovative gardening systems.

February 2025

Kitchen Garden establishment

Kenya Good Neighbors remain committed to its mission “We exist to make the world a place without hunger”. We encourage our communities to adopt sustainable and productive farming methods that strengthen their capacity to withstand climate change and natural disasters.

January 2025

One Man Who Planted Trees Project in Ngatataek-Kajiado County

Kajiado County is predominantly a semi-arid area, with livestock rearing as the main economic activity. Water shortage has been a challenge for a long time where the County receives low rainfall, meaning there is a prolonged dry season. Most rivers, dams, and springs are seasonal therefore when there is a prolonged dry season it has a direct impact on the local community.

Emergency Response

On 6th November 2024, Kenya Good Neighbors led by Country Director, Good Neighbors Taiwan, Hon. Adhe Wario Guyo North Horr Constituency area MP in the company of DCC Marsabit North, Sub-County Administrator, among other officials from Marsabit County Government flagged off 96 tonnes of maize flour and beans and cooking oil that targeted 4,000 households that are suffering from severe hunger in North Horr Constituency as a result of the prolonged drought and flood that killed all of the livestock that had been the community’s main source of income.

Emergency response

On 31st October 2024, a fire broke out in Bluebar in the Korogocho slums due to an electrical malfunction. Fortunately, no fatalities were reported. However, because none of their possessions could be saved, 15 households were rendered homeless due to the fire. In response to this catastrophe, Kenya Good Neighbors swiftly supported the affected families by donating mattresses and blankets to ensure they had the necessary bedding.

Maternal and Newborn Health Workshop

The Maternal and Newborn Health (MNH) team is conducting a two-day (17th and 18th October 2024) workshop at Enchula Resort, focusing on Maternal and Perinatal Deaths Surveillance and Response (MPDSR). This critical training aims to address the underlying causes of maternal and neonatal deaths. Key Objectives:

• Elucidate causes of maternal and neonatal mortality

• Emphasize the importance of facility-level maternal audit.

• Train participants as Trainers of Trainers (ToTs) for sustainable knowledge dissemination

The workshop highlights primary contributors to the Maternal Mortality Ratio (MMR), including Post-partum Hemorrhage, Sepsis, Obstructed Labour, and Eclampsia.

Emergency Response

Kenya Good Neighbors (KGN) remains committed to serving the communities affected by the March-May catastrophe as well as any future disasters that may arise. Mukuru one of the slums in Nairobi was intensely affected by the recent floods and many of the households were left without essential commodities such as shelter and food. Most of the school items for the children including books and uniforms were destroyed. After conducting a need assessment in the Mukuru area, Kenya Good Neighbors provided food to 230 sponsored and non-sponsored families worth Ksh 1,465,100 in June 2024. On 7th and 8th October 2024 KGN supported 230 of the same families with, school bags, school shoes, mattresses, blankets, mosquito nets, and school stationeries worth Ksh 2,460,971.60.

Donations of school desks

School infrastructure is one of the many aspects that affect learners’ academic performance. A well-equipped school fosters a concentration-focused learning environment that helps learners realize their greatest potential. On 27th September 2024 Kenya Good Neighbors donated 315 two-seater desks to six partner schools in Siaya County- Rarieda CDP. The teachers, board members, and parents from respective schools expressed their gratitude for this contribution.

School feeding

In most parts of the Country, most school-going children go to school on an empty stomach, which weighs heavily on their concentration and ability to learn.

School feeding programs can help to address many of these challenges. This is a game changer that improves the children’s education, health, and nutrition. Kenya Good Neighbors endeavors to guarantee quality education to underprivileged children through feeding programs and material support and improving the condition of facilities to provide a conducive learning environment for the children.

𝐕𝐞𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐆𝐚𝐫𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐬(𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐞𝐬)

Vertical gardening is changing the narrative on food production positively. This is a perfect solution for school gardens and home gardens. Kenya Good Neighbors supported a children’s home in Ruiru by establishing 15 gardens (Cones). This will help to mitigate food scarcity in children’s home. This technology uses less water, does not require much work in maintenance, and takes a short period to be ready for consumption.