"Pro-Peace Kenya." - Learning & Networking
The training room fills with folders, name tags, and the low murmur of people who know elections can bless or bruise a country. Collince joined colleagues from across Kenya for sessions on leadership and conflict management for electoral stakeholders — work hosted by the National Cohesion and Integration Commission (NCIC) with the European Union, implemented with partners including the European Centre for Electoral Support (ECES).
Across the tables sat representatives from political parties, civil society, the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC), the Office of the Registrar of Political Parties (ORPP), the Political Parties Liaison Committee (PPLC), the Commission on Administrative Justice (CAJ), ELGIA, ELOG, and more — different uniforms, same worry about how Kenya argues with itself when power is on the line.
Peace is prepared, not wished for
The aim is practical: promote cohesion, open political dialogue, and prevent election-related violence as Kenya moves through another cycle. Other goals sit close — deeper understanding between communities, fewer flare-ups in markets and on timelines, less hate speech dressed up as truth.
Training does not replace hard work back home; it equips people to carry calmer tools into heated rooms. For ETCO, showing up in spaces that shape how Kenya disagrees is part of loving our neighbourhood well. If you are organising community forums or youth dialogues in Kibera, talk to us — we are stronger when local voices plan together.
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.