Youth Centered,

Community Aligned.

CFK Africa empowers youth in slums. We envision a future where a generation of healthy, educated, and innovative youth in informal settlements become visionary leaders and change-makers, facilitated by digital connectivity.

In kenya, millions of people live in informal settlements.

In these communities, residents lack access to quality health care, proper nutrition, and adequate sanitation, leaving them susceptible to preventable diseases. 

Limited access to quality education and economic advancement opportunities, high levels of unemployment, and gender inequity further impede individual and community progress. Though residents are talented, resilient, and entrepreneurial, many lack the opportunities needed to break the cycle of poverty. We’re changing that narrative. 

we partner with communities to drive change.

For over 20 years, we’ve worked with residents of informal settlements to improve health, education, and economic outcomes in their communities. 

Thanks to these collaborations, we are able to identify the most pressing challenges in each community through participatory research, build the capacity of local health and education systems, develop youth leaders, and drive change from within.   

CFK Africa Spotlight:
STORIES of PROGRESS

Current insights, updates, and perspectives from our community.

Why Measuring Change Matters: A Staff Perspective

March 10, 2025

"Change is rarely linear, impact takes time, and contexts change, especially in...

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A Day in the Life of Youth Peer Provider Hezborn

February 20, 2025

As a YPP, Hezborn connects youth in Kibera with mental health counseling...

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Meet Milton: TechCraft Apprentice, Electrical Wireman

February 12, 2025

“It’s given me the confidence to know I can succeed as an...

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Primary Health Care

Primary Health Care

Strengthening health systems.
Improving health-seeking behaviors.
Providing a comprehensive approach to care.
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Education & Livelihoods

Education & Livelihoods

Improving educational outcomes.
Strengthening economic resilience.
Developing youth leaders.
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Research and Partnerships

Research and Partnerships

Harnessing local research capacity.
Strengthening surveillance systems.
Using data to drive action.
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Cross-Cutting Initiatives

Cross-Cutting Initiatives

Mentoring girls and young women.
Promoting leadership through sports.
Advocating for gender equity.
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Experience our impact.

With your help, we’re transforming lives.

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community members access health care through CFK Africa every year.

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Our partner Medical Aid Films is working to #ClosetheGenderHealthGap through film. #CFKAfrica is proud to support this campaign that seeks to raise awareness and promote equitable healthcare for women and girls, like providing education on critical pregnancy warning signs that require immediate medical attention: 🔗https://ow.ly/bh4p50ViPKz #ActForChange #GenderEquality #IWD2025 #MaternalHealth

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Together with Thriving Teens Foundation, we are creating welcoming environments where open conversations about mental health, managing stress, and emotional well-being can thrive. Building resilient and healthier communities of youth starts here. #CFKAfrica #ThrivingTeens #mentalhealthmatters #StrongerTogether

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Great women wear stripes! Shout-out to our #CFKAfrica team members who are often #twinning. #workjoyfully

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"I’m head of an NGO in #Kenya. The shutoff of USAID support has been devastating." Executive Director Jeffrey Okoro's recent op-ed in STAT News addresses what the loss of USAID means in Kenyan slums. #news #oped #CFKAfrica 🔗

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Millions lack access to quality health care and education in kenya's 1,400+ informal settlements.