Rays of hope & tough economic times
It had been a bruising week — roads blocked, shops shuttered early, parents calculating whether fare or food would win. Children notice when voices rise at home; they eat in silence sometimes.
Saturday at ETCO is for children and the elderly: softer portions, easy chewing, a place to sit without being rushed. Lately the numbers have climbed — not dramatically on a spreadsheet, but visibly in the queue, where adults stand beside children in equal measure.
We are honest: we cannot promise a fix for the economy. We can promise a hot meal, dignity in the asking, and volunteers who remember names.
Thank you to everyone who has sent money, maize, time — you are why the pots still boil. If you want to join as a monthly supporter, volunteer, or partner, start at etco-kenya.org; we will show you exactly what your KSh buys.
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.