Visitors
Morning light slants across the stairs at the ETCO office in Soweto East, and someone new is crossing the threshold — a neighbour from another ward, a friend from town, or a traveller who crossed an ocean with a duffel of supplies and a shy smile. In Swahili we say mgeni njoo, mwenyeji apone: the visitor comes so the host can be healed. It is not empty hospitality; it names what actually happens when a room fills with fresh energy, honest questions, and shared purpose.
We believe visitors are a blessing. They bring laughter up the stairs, sharpen our plans with what they notice, and sometimes arrive with parcels that stretch a tight budget — maize, soap, notebooks, whatever fits in a sack and in the heart. We are glad for guests from across Nairobi and from beyond Kenya, because Kibera’s story is not written only here; it travels in pockets, prayer chains, and group chats around the world.
Come as you are
If you have been thinking about visiting ETCO — to learn, to volunteer for a day, or to bring something concrete — reach out. We will share an honest picture of the work and a warm cup of tea while we do it.
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.