Art: African Cultural Music and Dance
Between stirring pots and wiping tables on Saturdays, something new began to pulse at ETCO: the slap of skin on drum, a tentative foot finding the beat, a chorus of children who usually only hum now trying harmony. With support from Joseph Tako and our board, we bought traditional instruments — tools for teaching African cultural music and dance to young people who already carry rhythm in their bodies, but rarely get structured time to sharpen it.
Culture here is not a museum piece. It is the story families tell while cooking ugali, the songs heard at weddings, the movements older aunties still remember from village days. We want children in Kibera to own that inheritance — to know it is not backward to love your own sound.
Saturdays: food first, then art
Alongside the feeding programme, Grade 6 and above already have free computer lessons; now dance and song join the lineup while younger ones wait for lunch. In Kenya’s CBC classrooms, teachers hunt for evidence of talent — we want parents to see ETCO as a partner in that search, not a rival.
Bring your child to ETCO offices on Saturdays for practice. If you play nyatiti, drums, or anything with strings and patience, we are also looking for volunteer teachers who can stay kind with beginners. Talent grows where time and tools meet — we are trying to supply both.
Day of an African Child 2026
The Day of the African Child was successfully celebrated, bringing together stakeholders from Kibra and Lang’ata Constituencies in a remarkable display of unity, collaboration, and shared commitment to the well-being of children. The event highlighted the strength and impact of collective action through the partnership and dedication of member groups of the Kibera Gender Advocacy Network (KGAN), local and international organizations, government ministries, and local administration. Their combined efforts demonstrated the importance of multi-stakeholder engagement in advancing children's rights and welfare. A notable highlight of the celebration was the participation of the Kenyan Judiciary. The event was honored by the presence of the Chief Magistrate of Kibera Law Courts, Hon. Anne Mwangi, together with her team of magistrates led by Hon. Christine Njagi. They dedicated time to engage with participants, grace the occasion, and lead by example by not only planting trees but also in promoting the protection and empowerment of children.
Preparation for the Day of an African Child
Burning the midnight oil to prepare for tomorrow event... We are happy to host our partners to this children event.
Most welcome
ETCO and Lang'ata Local Water Forum (LLWF) will be hosting other partner organizations in Lang'ata and Kibra Constituencies who'll be participating in the Day of An African Child. We welcome you to be an advocate for the children and impact positively in building a future for them and generations to come. Tell a friend to tell a friend. We'll have a procession from Kibra DC ground to Canaan Estate Community Hall where the event will take place.