CFK Africa is youth-centered and community-aligned.
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.
“I aim high for something that I truly want.” Hongera to these CFK Africa TechCraft graduates who recently completed their National Industrial Training Authority examinations! With employment secured after participating in CFK Africa training, these young talents are now earning money and dreaming big. In 2025, TechCraft served 150 participants, achieving a staggering 90% job placement rate and doubling median income, raising the benchmark for workforce development in the NGO sector.
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Read MoreWe are committed to connecting talented slum youth to opportunities. Our approach confronts the most critical obstacles at each stage of life, from poor childhood nutrition to lack of education and gainful employment.
We remove barriers to accessing quality health care.
We equip youth with education, employment, and advocacy skills.
We bring together partners to tackle community challenges.
CFK Africa is locally led. Since our founding in 2001, our participatory development approach has been rooted in the conviction that sustainable impact and solutions to poverty are only possible when the communities most affected are the real change-makers.
We engage community advisory boards, hold feedback sessions, and strengthen collaborations with like-minded organizations, building trust and credibility essential to the success of our programs.
With over two decades of work in our communities, CFK Africa has a proven track record of leading change.
community members served annually.
years of experience working in slums.
of Kenya’s population is < 35 representing power and promise.
Thanks to Maria, 2006 #CFKAfrica Peacock Fellow, for these #ThrowbackThursday photos! Over the past quarter of a century, we have enjoyed the fresh perspectives, new ideas, and meaningful collaborations brought by the talented #UNC students who spend time with us in #Kibera. The relationships that our fellows build last far beyond their time on the ground - asante Maria for sharing these memories with us! #CFKat25 #Happy25CFK #TBT
In observance of the public holiday, #CFKAfrica would like to inform you that Tabitha Medical Clinic will be closed on Friday, March 20th, 2026, to allow our community to celebrate Eid al-Fitr. Normal operations at the clinic will resume on Saturday, March 21st, 2026, from 8 AM to 4 PM. Please note that our Maternity Home will remain open. Eid al-Fitr Mubarak!
Mafuriko ya ghafla yanaendelea kuathiri sehemu mbalimbali za Kenya huku mvua kubwa ikiendelea kunyesha. Kenya Met department imetahadharisha kuwa mvua zaidi zinaweza kuongeza hatari ya mafuriko katika maeneo kadhaa, kama Kibera. Kaa macho. Pata taarifa sahihi. Kaa salama. *** Flash floods continue to affect parts of Kenya as heavy rains persist. The Kenya Meteorological Department has warned that continued rainfall may increase flood risks in several regions. In this video, our Clinical Lead, Dr. Kinoti, shares important health precautions to help communities stay safe during this period. Stay alert. Stay informed. Stay safe. 📞 For any clinical emergencies, contact Tabitha Medical Clinic at 0710 455 176
