Kyandulu Youth Empowerment Network

08/06/2026

𝐊𝐘𝐄𝐍 𝐄𝐧𝐠𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐬 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐂𝐀𝐒𝐇𝐀 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐦𝐦𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐔𝐧𝐥𝐨𝐜𝐤 𝐎𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐡 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐖𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐧

On 6th June 2026, Kyandulu Youth Empowerment Network (KYEN) held a fruitful consultative engagement with Meshack from the 𝘾𝙧𝙚𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙎𝙝𝙖𝙧𝙚𝙙 𝙑𝙖𝙡𝙪𝙚 𝙞𝙣 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙇𝙞𝙫𝙚𝙨𝙩𝙤𝙘𝙠 𝙎𝙚𝙘𝙩𝙤𝙧 𝙬𝙞𝙩𝙝 𝙔𝙤𝙪𝙣𝙜 𝙋𝙚𝙤𝙥𝙡𝙚 𝙞𝙣 𝙆𝙚𝙣𝙮𝙖'𝙨 𝘼𝙎𝘼𝙇𝙨 (𝘾𝘼𝙎𝙃𝘼) 𝙋𝙧𝙤𝙟𝙚𝙘𝙩.

CASHA is a transformative 5-year programme worth 𝑼𝑺𝑫 39.8 𝒎𝒊𝒍𝒍𝒊𝒐𝒏, funded by the Mastercard Foundation and implemented by the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) Kenya. The programme seeks to empower over 𝟯𝟬𝟬,𝟬𝟬𝟬 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝘁𝗵 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘄𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗻 through the creation of dignified, climate-smart jobs in the livestock sector across 15 Arid and Semi-Arid Land (ASAL) counties.

In Makueni County, the programme is currently being implemented in 𝑲𝒊𝒃𝒘𝒆𝒛𝒊 𝑬𝒂𝒔𝒕, 𝑲𝒊𝒃𝒘𝒆𝒛𝒊 𝑾𝒆𝒔𝒕, 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝑴𝒂𝒌𝒖𝒆𝒏𝒊 𝑺𝒖𝒃-𝑪𝒐𝒖𝒏𝒕𝒊𝒆𝒔, providing opportunities for young people, women, Persons with Disabilities (PWDs), and other vulnerable groups to participate in sustainable livestock value chains.

The programme focuses on three key pillars:
✅ Capacity Building through technical and entrepreneurial training.
✅ Market Linkages connecting producers to buyers, aggregators, and private sector actors.
✅ Financial Inclusion through Village Savings and Loan Associations (VSLAs) and access to formal financial services.

Following the meeting, participating KYEN members registered as eligible beneficiaries for future capacity-building opportunities under the programme.

As KYEN, we are excited about partnerships that empower communities, create sustainable livelihoods, and build climate resilience. We look forward to exploring opportunities that will benefit our members and the wider community.

NGUUMO DEV.FORUM@followersShadrack NdeteiBonnie Bonnie MadevuCde Steve MuemarDanny Msirhow

05/06/2026

𝗪𝗢𝗥𝗟𝗗 𝗘𝗡𝗩𝗜𝗥𝗢𝗡𝗠𝗘𝗡𝗧 𝗗𝗔𝗬 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲: 𝗜𝗡𝗦𝗣𝗜𝗥𝗘𝗗 𝗕𝗬 𝗡𝗔𝗧𝗨𝗥𝗘. 𝗙𝗢𝗥 𝗖𝗟𝗜𝗠𝗔𝗧𝗘. 𝗙𝗢𝗥 𝗢𝗨𝗥 𝗙𝗨𝗧𝗨𝗥𝗘.
Today, Kyandulu Youth Empowerment Network (KYEN), with the generous support of ChildFund Kenya, proudly hosted a colorful and impactful World Environment Day celebration at Ilatu Secondary School (ACK St. Mark Muuni Secondary School) in Nguumo Ward.

The event brought together learners, teachers, community members, government representatives, development partners, and environmental champions in a shared commitment to protecting our planet and securing a greener future for generations to come.

The day was filled with vibrant performances, including environmental poems, songs, and traditional dances, all carrying powerful messages on conservation, climate action, and sustainable living under this year's global theme:

"Inspired by Nature. For Climate. For Our Future."

One of the highlights of the day was a large-scale tree planting exercise conducted within the school compound. Participants planted a variety of fruit and indigenous tree species, while community members were also provided with seedlings to take home and nurture in their own compounds. Every tree planted today represents hope, resilience, and a commitment to restoring our environment.

We were honored to host Dr. Issa Kipera, Country Director, ChildFund Kenya, who emphasized the critical role of parents, teachers, and communities in nurturing environmentally conscious children. He encouraged all stakeholders to empower young people with the knowledge and values needed to become custodians of our natural resources.

Our Chief Guest, Dr. Judith Wafula, Acting Vice Chancellor of Lukenya University, inspired participants by sharing the University's remarkable achievement of growing over 1.04 million trees, with an impressive 80% survival rate. She challenged learners to begin embracing green innovation early by initiating environmental projects within their schools and communities. Dr. Wafula further highlighted Lukenya University's partnership with ChildFund Kenya under the Regreening Africa Programme, reaffirming their commitment to planting one million trees annually.

As KYEN, we believe that climate action begins with communities. Through environmental education, youth engagement, advocacy, and tree-growing initiatives, we continue to champion a future where people and nature thrive together.

We extend our sincere gratitude to ChildFund Kenya, Lukenya University, participating schools, government officers, community leaders, environment clubs, volunteers, and every individual who contributed to making this event a success.

Today was not just a celebration—it was a call to action.

Let us plant more trees.
Let us protect our ecosystems.
Let us empower our children to become climate champions.
Let us continue walking the talk.

Together, we can regreen Kenya.



Shadrack Ndetei Bonnie Bonnie Madevu NGUUMO DEV.FORUM Kyeva Pius Cde Steve Muemar Makueni County Youth Forum (M.C.Y.F) Kyandulu Youth Empowerment Network ChildFund

04/06/2026

𝐀 𝐂𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐧 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐤𝐞𝐭 𝐓𝐨𝐝𝐚𝐲, 𝐀 𝐆𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐫 𝐅𝐮𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐓𝐨𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐫𝐨𝐰!

Today, KYEN, under the ChildFund Kenya -led "Together We Regreen Kenya" campaign and the , successfully held a vibrant pre-event activity in Kiunduani Market ahead of tomorrow's World Environment Day 2026 celebrations at Ilatu Secondary School.

The day was characterized by energy, commitment, and active youth participation as volunteers cleaned the streets of Kiunduani and its environs, while also replacing tree seedlings that had dried up from last year's successful **One Tree, One Shop Initiative**.

We were honored to be joined by officers from the County Government of Makueni, including Rachael Nzioka (Ward Development Officer, Nguumo Ward), Director Kiamba, Ali Musyoka, Anne Masila, Eunice Munywoki, and Thomas Tuta**, among other officers from the Department of Trade, Marketing, Industry, Culture and Tourism. Their presence and encouragement reaffirmed the importance of community-led climate action and environmental stewardship.

One of the day's most powerful messages came from Thomas Tuta, who challenged us to promote personal responsibility in waste management, encouraging every shop owner and household to take ownership of their waste and keep their surroundings clean. He also inspired participants to embrace a culture of planting trees during birthdays as a meaningful way of celebrating life while giving back to nature.

We sincerely thank all the youth, community members, partners, and county officials who joined us today. Your commitment is proof that together, we can build a cleaner, greener, and more climate-resilient Makueni.

🌍 **The journey continues tomorrow!**

Join us as we crown this year's activities with a Mega World Environment Day 2026 Celebration** at Ilatu Secondary School (ACK St. Mark Secondary School).

📅 Date: 5th June 2026
📍 Venue: Ilatu Secondary School
🕘 Time: From 9:00 AM

Come one, come all! Let's be inspired by nature—for climate, for our future.

02/06/2026

Join us this THURSDAY as we usher in with a clean up exercise in Kiunduani.

NdeteiBonnie Bonnie MadevuKyeva PiusCde Steve MuemarViewpoint Inn Mbui nzauNGUUMO DEV.FORUMVSO KenyaCaptain Green KeKenya forest service Lukenya UniversityVSO KenyaChildFund KenyaMutulu SK

01/06/2026

🇰🇪 HAPPY 63rd MADARAKA DAY, KENYA ! 🇰🇪

Today, we proudly celebrate the spirit of self-governance, freedom, resilience, and the remarkable journey of our nation.

As we mark 63 years of Madaraka, let us reflect on the sacrifices of those who paved the way for our independence and renew our commitment to building a just, inclusive, and prosperous Kenya for all.

At Kyandulu Youth Empowerment Networks (KYEN), we believe that empowered communities and engaged youth are the foundation of sustainable development. Through advocacy, climate action, and community empowerment, we continue to play our part in shaping a brighter future for our nation.

May this Madaraka Day inspire us to embrace unity, patriotism, and active citizenship as we work together towards a stronger Kenya.

🇰🇪 Happy Madaraka Day!

27/05/2026

It takes belief and commitment. Grassroots transformation courtesy of KYEN and Hivos Hivos East Africa

Hivos' VCA program ended in 2025. However, the project in Kyandulu, Makueni County, Kenya is flourishing and the community transformed.

27/05/2026

𝐖𝐎𝐑𝐋𝐃 𝐄𝐍𝐕𝐈𝐑𝐎𝐍𝐌𝐄𝐍𝐓 𝐃𝐀𝐘 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔
Kyandulu Youth Empowerment Network (KYEN) is honored to invite the community, environmental stakeholders, development partners, leaders, institutions and all climate action champions to join us as we commemorate World Environment Day 2026.

📍 Venue: Ilatu Secondary School (ACK St. Mark Secondary School)
📅 Date: 5th June 2026

This year’s celebration will bring together voices and actions geared towards environmental conservation, climate advocacy, tree growing and community empowerment. As we continue championing for a greener and more sustainable future, we believe that collective action remains the strongest tool in protecting our environment for generations to come.

Let us unite to inspire change, educate communities, empower young people and strengthen our commitment towards restoring nature.

Together, let us walk the talk for climate action.









NdeteiHivosBonnie Bonnie MadevuKyeva PiusCde Steve MuemarChildFund KenyaNGUUMO DEV.FORUMMakueni Youth WASH ParliamentVSO KenyaLukenya Universitylifeinkibwezi@Friends of Mbuinzau.

22/05/2026

𝐑𝐄𝐆𝐑𝐄𝐄𝐍𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐌𝐀𝐊𝐈𝐍𝐃𝐔: 𝐍𝐔𝐑𝐓𝐔𝐑𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐍𝐄𝐗𝐓 𝐆𝐄𝐍𝐄𝐑𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍 𝐎𝐅 𝐂𝐋𝐈𝐌𝐀𝐓𝐄 𝐂𝐇𝐀𝐌𝐏𝐈𝐎𝐍𝐒

Today, KYEN in partnership with ChildFund Kenya, Hatua Bora Youth Initiative and Lukenya University successfully carried out a series of impactful tree planting, mentorship and tree distribution activities at Yinzau and Mikululo Comprehensive Schools in Makindu Ward.

This initiative forms part of KYEN’s continued commitment towards championing Climate Action, Community Empowerment and Advocacy, alongside ChildFund’s Climate Advocacy with Children under the Regreening Africa Program.

Since the beginning of this year, our mission has gone beyond simply planting trees — we are intentionally nurturing responsibility, ownership and environmental consciousness among children. During today’s engagement, KYEN Executive Director, Shadrack Ndetei, strongly emphasized the importance of establishing Environment Clubs in schools so that learners can actively participate in environmental conservation and become ambassadors of climate action within their communities.

A total of 400 fruit and indigenous tree seedlings were planted in each school. Before the practical exercise, facilitators engaged learners on the importance of tree growing, conservation, environmental protection and long-term sustainability.

Hatua Bora Youth Initiative Founder, Micah Muthoka, inspired the pupils by highlighting the benefits of tree growing and the critical role young people play in the global fight against climate change.

ChildFund’s Madam Faith sensitized learners on children’s rights and the responsibility that comes with every right. She encouraged children to speak up against any form of abuse while reminding them that responsibility begins at home, in school and within society.

We were also honored to host Madam Mary from Tana and Athi Rivers Development Authority (TARDA), working closely with Lukenya University under the 1 Million Trees Initiative. She practically guided learners through the entire tree planting process — from digging and spacing to planting, mulching and proper maintenance of seedlings.

Additionally, Jacinta Mumbua from Dedicated Children’s Agency (DeCA) – Emali, delivered a timely and powerful session on child protection rights amidst the rising cases of child abuse, neglect and violence in society today. Her message was clear and profound:
“If you do not take care of the environment, it will punish you.”

As we prepare to mark this year’s World Environment Day, today’s activity served as a strong reminder that meaningful change begins with action, partnership and empowering the younger generation.

Together, we are not only planting trees — we are planting hope, responsibility and a sustainable future. 🌳💚