It's Saturday again
Clouds stacked over Kibera like unpaid bills, and the wind carried a chill that made jackets feel thin. Rain was not a surprise; it was a promise. Still, the cooking fire caught, and the smell of warm food cut through the damp.
Bad weather changes logistics — tarps, earlier serving times, careful footing on slick paths — but it does not change the commitment. The children’s feeding programme ran because hunger does not pause for a forecast.
Children arrived with sweaters too thin for the breeze; steam from the pot made small clouds under the shelter. Someone joked that Nairobi cold is not cold until you have stood in line holding a metal plate — then everyone laughed because it was true. We served quickly, knowing the afternoon could turn worse before dark.
Seasons will shift; Saturdays remain. If you can help cover extra charcoal on cold weeks or waterproof storage for supplies, you are strengthening something that refuses to be weather-dependent.
After eating, some children linger just to stay dry — homework scribbled on a knee, shoes lined up near the door like a small fence. We clear space because cold rain should not mean cold neglect; if you have spare sweaters in good condition, we can pass them on with dignity.
Our team shows up earlier on grey Saturdays because reliability is part of care — children should not have to guess whether lunch is real. If you want to stand with us through the cold snaps, sponsor thermoses or a bulk tea purchase; small warmth travels far.
Day 1 Unclogging
Day 1. Today, ETCO in collaboration with the Nairobi Rivers Commission, Phase 3 and Canaan Estate Management, commenced efforts to address the long-standing drainage blockage at the Phase 3 Market Stalls. While this intervention provides a short-term solution to the recurring blockage that frequently causes flooding and related challenges in both Phase 3 and Canaan Estate, as well as inconveniences road users accessing Kibera through Nyayo Highrise Ward via Kibera Access Road, we strongly urge the management of both estates to establish a regular maintenance schedule for the culverts to prevent future clogging. With the anticipated El Niño rains, proactive preparedness is essential to minimize the risk of further property damage, flooding, stormwater-related impacts, and potential loss of life. These ongoing efforts form part of our commitment to protecting the environment, improving drainage systems, and ensuring that rivers and waterways flow freely without obstruction.
Day of an African Child (DAC) - Planning Meeting
Kibera Gender Advocacy Network (KGAN) Meeting at Umande Trust Office to plan for the Day Of an African Child (DAC) on the 16TH June 2026. ETCO is a member organization.
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