Community Vaccination Day 1
Day one at Undugu Grounds, and the mood is mixed — some people still hesitate, worn down by whispers about side effects; others step forward because they have seen what COVID did to work, worship, and wages. Both truths can sit in one queue; our job is clear information, shade where we can find it, and a steady hand at the station.
A good number of vaccinated people could reopen what poverty closed — sports, events, the small engines that help families breathe easier. Among those who came to encourage the effort were Lang’ata political aspirants from the United Democratic Alliance: Hon. Milton (Nairobi Senator), Hon. Kennedy Juma (MCA Nyayo Highrise), Hon. Najo Khan (MCA South C), and Hon. Davidson Ngibuini “DNG” (MCA Woodley). Politics aside, showing up matters when communities are afraid.
We also want to thank Kenton Price — an amazing part of ETCO over the past year — for helping fundraise activities that keep children fed and programmes running. If you can share accurate vaccine information in your chama or church group, do — truth is part of care.
Ngong River Regeneration Network - Zone (1-6)
The Ngong River Regeneration Network Zone Coordinators (Zones 1–6) held a productive meeting with the Commissioners representing the Ngong River, chaired by Commissioner Benjamin Langwen, alongside Commissioners John Kioli and Dr. Loice Jepkemboi Kipkiror, together with Inspector Ashford - NRC Secretariat. The meeting was highly engaging and inspiring, leaving us even more energized and committed to advancing the river restoration agenda. Together, we reaffirmed our shared commitment to not only regenerating our rivers, but also promoting a cleaner environment, encouraging food production through downstream farming, and creating sustainable job opportunities through riverine activities. #NgongRiverRestoration #NairobiRivers #EnvironmentalConservation #RiverRegeneration #ClimateAction #CommunityEmpowerment #GreenJobs
World Menstrual Hygiene Day Celebration
In celebration of Menstrual Hygiene Day, ETCO, in partnership with Rotary Club of Nairobi Connect and with support from the Safaricom Foundation, today donated 900 sanitary towels to girls at Joash Olum Primary School. This initiative was aimed at supporting the girl child by promoting menstrual dignity, boosting confidence, and helping keep girls in school so they can stay focused on their education and future careers.
Kikuyu Rotary Club Team site visit - partnership
It was a pleasure hosting the Nairobi Rotary Club Connect’s Yumbya Nyamai, who also represented Ecologists Without Borders (EcoWB), alongside the Kikuyu Rotary Club Presidents—past, current, and incoming—George Ngotho, Patrick, and Marion respectively. We truly appreciated your visit to the site and your interest in the upcoming waste management project.