blessed Day
Chairs scraped as we finished the last row. Alex and his friends stepped in from the sun, blinking, taking in the office in one slow sweep.
Hosting visitors from across the world still makes us a little nervous — will the tea be hot enough, will the stairs feel steep after a long flight? We poured mugs and laughed about jet lag and Nairobi traffic.
We talked about ordinary programme days, not only the highlight reel. Dust motes hung in the window light. Somewhere outside, a chapati pan clanged against a stove.
If Alex's group returns to Nairobi, send a note before you travel — we will clear a morning and walk you through what we are building next.
From Participation to Agency: ETCO at the SAIIA Youth Programming Innovation Lab
Last week, ETCO represented Kibra at the SAIIA Youth Programming Innovation Lab in Nairobi — where the real question wasn't youth participation, but youth agency. Here's what that means for our nine programmes, and an honest look at what it takes to build sustainably as a volunteer-run organisation.
Creating Impact, Building a Better Tomorrow
At ETCO, we're committed to creating lasting positive impact by keeping our environment safe and clean while creating meaningful employment opportunities for our communities. Through innovation and strategic partnerships with like-minded stakeholders, we're working together to achieve shared goals that drive sustainable development. We're also conducting a comprehensive economic survey to better understand the project's returns, impact, and scalability—ensuring every step we take is informed, effective, and built for long-term success.
Planning Meeting with PSN - Waste Management Project
Today's ETCO had logistical planning meeting at PSN Office to discuss the upcoming waste management project... Good things take time.