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How Habitat for Humanity Changed Ogola’s Life: A Heartwarming Story of Gratitude and Transformation

In Kekong village, in the interior parts of Homabay County, mzee Lucas Ogola’s life is about to take a U-turn for the best. Ogola, a father of four, lost his wife in 2015 leaving him behind as the only parent to their young children. His efforts to play both roles of being a mother and father to his children proved difficult due to the difficulties that come with being a single parent. He desired to […]

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“TwistBlocks: A Revolutionary Solution Empowering Kibera Residents to Build a Better Future

In the heart of Kibera, one of Africa’s largest informal settlements, a remarkable revolution in construction is taking place. Start Somewhere, a Kenya-based company committed to addressing the housing challenges faced by Kibera’s residents, has introduced TwistBlocks. These innovative, reusable, and fire-safe modular construction materials are reshaping the way homes are built in Kenya’s informal settlements. Led by a dedicated team, including Kibera locals like Milka Achieng, Start Somewhere is revolutionizing housing conditions from within

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World Water Day 2023: Solving the housing problem in Kenya and solving its water and sanitation crises

As World Water Day was celebrated across the globe on March 22nd 2023 with the theme “Accelerating change.” It is unfortunate that close to 2 billion people across the globe do not have access to clean and safe water as a result hospital beds are full with patients who due to lack of water are exposed to different diseases, while others have lost their lives. As a mater of fact, water is an important resource

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House Handover Ceremony

Habitat for Humanity Kenya  handed over 5 newly constructed houses to new homeowners in a colorful ceremony presided over by MP Laikipia North Sarah Lekorere at Naibor, Laikipia County. Hon Sarah Lekorere who was the chief guest during the event appreciated the work done by Habitat for Humanity Kenya towards provision of decent housing to the vulnerable. “I am happy with the work of Habitat in Laikpia, they have constructed classrooms at Mbombo primary, at

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Houses dedicated, Machakos County

  Governor H.E. Wavinya Ndeti together with Mr. Jonathan Reckford, CEO Habitat for Humanity International presided over the handover ceremony of a housing program for the low-income and vulnerable families in Kyumbi Machakos County. The houses were constructed through a housing program implemented by Habitat for Humanity Kenya benefitting 13 families who previously lived in deplorable housing conditions. The handover ceremony followed successful completion of construction of the two bedroomed houses, fitted with water tank

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