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Wednesday, June 5, 2019

How Kenya Can Beat Air Pollution

Irene Ojuok,National Technical Specialist for Environment and Climate Change at World Vision Kenya offers great insights on how to beat air pollution in Kenya. This topic of discussion is the theme of the 2019 World Environment Day that is being celebrated today (5th June 2019). She was live at KTN News Television. Video courtesy of Standard Media Group (KTN news).

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Churches Bring Hope and Love to People Living with HIV

Churches Bring Hope and Love to People Living with HIV

By Hellen Owuor, Communications Specialist, World Vision Kenya At Ramula in Kenya’s Homabay County, Roseline Auma is seated under a tree shade, playing with her two-year-old son. She has an infectious wide smile on her face, which seems to make people around her happy too. However, life has not always been full of joy for Roseline. In 2017, upon being diagnosed with HIV, she felt like the world had ended for her.

Computers have made learning interesting for children at Kimintent Primary School.

E-learning boosts literacy in Narok County

Charles Abongo (right) with his son Biron at their farm in Homabay County which has over 900 trees.

Tips for Boosting Tree Farming Yields and Profits

A unique friendship between Maurine (12) and Addyson (10 has changed lives in communities.©World Vision/Photo by Sarah Ooko

A Unique Friendship Brings Water to Communities in Need

Three years ago, at only the age of 9, Maurine Jepkorir used to wake up at the crack of dawn and walk for over two kilometres to fetch water for home use. The path to the spring, which her family and other members of Chesem village in Baringo North Sub-County relied on, was treacherous. As such, Maurine had to endure a steep, bushy and rocky trail that would cause her bare feet so much pain.

April 18th 2019

Solar Powered Technologies Spur Development in Narok County

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April 12th 2019

A plate of Iron Rich Beans Distributed in Kenya's Elgeyo Market County by World Vision

High Iron Beans for Enhanced Nutrition

March 28th 2019

My FGM Story: Walking in the Shoes of a Survivor

Against all odds, Chebet (not her real name), escaped FGM and found a new lease of life at a Rescue Centre supported by World Vision in Kenya's West Pokot County. Her story is one of courage, perseverance and hope amidst life hurdles.Learn more about World Vision's five year Campaign to end all forms of violence, including FGM against children:

February 18th 2019

Baby Friendly Initiatives Improve Child Nutrition in Tana River County

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January 24th 2019

Breastfeeding Improves Health of Children in Baringo County

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January 14th 2019

Isabella,13, from Western Kenya participates actively in class, thanks to the wheelchair that was donated to her by World Vision. ©2018 World Vision/Photo by Sarah Ooko

Wheelchairs Improve Access to Education for Children with Disability

By Sarah Ooko, Senior Communications & Media Officer, World Vision KenyaAt a primary school in Western Kenya, Isabella, a 13-year-old grade six pupil listens keenly to her teacher during a mathematics lesson.

December 20th 2018

Children Steadfast In Fight Against Injustices Affecting Them

December 20th 2018

Low Cost Technique to Boost Forest Cover in Africa

November 29th 2018

A child learns how to correctly wash hands with water and soap so as to prevent diseases during the 2018 Global Handwashing Day national celebrations held in Kitui County, Kenya. ©2018 World Vision/ Photo by Susan Otieno

Sanitation and Hygiene Milestone to boost child health in Kitui County

By Hellen Owuor, Communications Specialist, World Vision Kenya The health of children in Kenya’s Kitui County is set to improve as a result of the region being declared Open Defacation Free (ODF). This ODF status, which is accorded by the Ministry of Health (MOH) through the issuance of a certificate, indicates that people in a particular area are no longer defecating or discharging faeces in the open.

November 22nd 2018

1000 Day Journey

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November 21st 2018

A latrine with hygiene and sanitation wall murals. The latrine was constructed with support from World Vision in Kakamega, Kenya. ©World Vision

Children’s Voices Promote Toilet Use in Kenya

November 19th 2018

Sweet Potato

New sweet potato to boost maternal and child health in Kenyan communities

By Zipporah Kageha Karani,Communications Officer, World Vision KenyaAmidst the numerous hills of Elgeyo Marakwet County, one can spot rows of maize on Hellen Jeruiyot's farm. In between them, broad leaves of sweet potato plants cover the ground, thus cushioning the soil from the harsh rays of the sun.Hellen, just as other small-scale farmers in the community, depends solely on agriculture to earn a living and fend for her children and family.She used to rely heavily on maize for income until its market dwindled, leading to losses.

October 31st 2018

Mental Health

Low Cost Approach To Tackle Mental Illness In Kenya

October 19th 2018

Tippy Taps Enhance Hand Washing in Rural Kenya

October 14th 2018

Prayer

World Vision Renews Commitment to Children at Annual Prayer Day

By Sarah Ooko, Senior Communications & Media Officer, World Vision Kenya World Vision in East Africa has renewed its commitment and dedication to improve the wellbeing of children in the region. As it begins a new financial year (FY2019) this month, the organisation pledged to continue channelling its efforts and resources towards initiatives that impact children's lives positively.

October 4th 2018

World Vision Kenya Showcases its Best Practices at Inaugural Learning Event

October 2nd 2018

World Vision vows to keep working to provide safe water for Silale

September 19th 2018

Saving lives

Conflicts hamper humanitarian work, causing suffering in children and aid workers

It was a normal working day for Hussein, one of the World Vision Kenya drivers who support humanitarian activities in far flung areas, rife with insecurity challenges.On this particular evening, he was driving staff members working in a health project in Isiolo County, which is located in Northern Kenya. As they began the journey, at around half past four o’clock, the atmosphere in the car was relaxed. People were jovial. They were happily talking about their day’s activities among other things.

August 20th 2018

Community Support Groups Enhance Breastfeeding in Rural Kenya

August 6th 2018

World Vision Celebrates Impact on well-being of children in East Africa

Birth Spacing Improves Wellbeing of Children