Laurine’s Story: A New Lease on Life
November 28, 2022
Struggling to raise her four children alone in Kibera, Laurine accessed nutrition screening and treatment through CFK Africa.
Struggling to raise her four children alone in Kibera, Laurine accessed nutrition screening and treatment through CFK Africa.
Patrick Buong completed ICT training through CFK Africa and now works to empower other young people in Kibera with digital literacy skills.
In 2018, Rose Akoth discovered she had cervical cancer. She accessed treatment at CFK’s Tabitha Medical Clinic and now encourages other women to access screening.
CFK Africa scholarship alumnus Elkhana discusses his experience with CFK as he prepares to study nursing at university in the U.S.
With poignancy, humor and wit, 33-year-old Nicholas Okumu, CFK Africa’s Paramedic Operator invites us into his world.
Peacock Fellow Mitch Kimber discusses his experience working with CFK Africa and how he grew alongside the organization.
Peacock Fellow Sarah Lebu worked with children in Kenya to develop effective WaSH murals and promote healthy hand washing behaviors.
Growing up in Kibera, Esther realized she had a calling for childcare at a young age. Now, she has more than 20 years of experience as an ECD teacher supporting children’s physical and cognitive development.
Growing up in Kenya, Peacock Fellow Selah Bekele-Piper witnessed many well-meaning development projects but noticed that there often seemed to be a piece missing. This summer, she explored a different approach to development work during her time with CFK Africa.
When Edith realized her daughter was underweight, she reached out to our nutrition program for help. Less than a year later, her daughter was successfully discharged and is now able to enjoy a happy, healthy childhood.
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