Rotary Club of Ridgeways

14/04/2026

Can Nairobi still be considered a green city under the sun?

We had a great evening full of learning as we listened to Hon Fiu Nifiu share enlightening insights on green spaces of Nairobi. Hon Fiu Nifiu encouraged us to protect existing green spaces, plant more trees and view green spaces as life support systems as opposed to decoration.

His parting shot was simple "Act today to protect our environment "

Fun fact: An average of 75,000 people visit Karura Forest every month. Did you know that?

12/04/2026

This Tuesday we are honoured to host the MCA for Karura ward, Hon Fiu Nifiu. Hon Fiu Nifiu will be talking to us about the green spaces of Nairobi. From the beautiful Karura Forest to Nairobi National Park and many more.

This is a conversation you don't want to miss. join us for what promises to be an insightful and lively discussion.

See you on Tuesday.

06/04/2026

Today we visited Mukuru Promotion Centre (MPC) -A charity organization that works with people within the Mukuru Informal Settlement to enable their access to quality education, healthcare,rehabilitation and social services, while promoting environmental sustainability.

It was a great joy to interact with the organization and learn more about it and the impact its making in the community. We donated dry food stuff, clothings and household items. These donations will benefit the flood victims around the Mukuru Slums area. We are grateful to everyone who supported this noble course. Your generous contributions amplified the impact we made.

05/04/2026

Tomorrow is the day that we will be doing the donations to Mukuru slums.

Do you want to join us , donate or partner with us? The details are as follows:

Paybill : 4061995
Account: Mukuru

RSVP : Director Catherine - +254 723 685922

The recent floods left many families in Mukuru slums facing incredibly difficult circumstances. In the spirit of community and compassion we have partnered with Bestbuy foam and MPC in organizing a donation drive to provide immediate relief to those affected.

We are calling on your kindness to help restore hope and provide essential comfort. Currently, Rotary club of Nairobi Ridgeways is running a financial as well as household items, clothes and dry food campaign.

Physical donations can be dropped off at Heartlodge( behind Ridgeways mall) or you can make a contribution to:
Paybill: 4061995
Account : Mukuru.
RSVP : Rtn Catherine - +254 723 685922

We welcome you to join us on 6th March as we make these donation and create change in Mukuru Slums.

31/03/2026

This is going down tonight.

Have you booked your spot?

Join us as we bowl for Charity for flood victims at Mukuru Slums.

31/03/2026

The recent floods left many families in Mukuru slums facing incredibly difficult circumstances. In the spirit of community and compassion we have partnered with Bestbuy foam and MPC in organizing a donation drive to provide immediate relief to those affected.

We are calling on your kindness to help restore hope and provide essential comfort. Currently, Rotary club of Nairobi Ridgeways is running a financial as well as household items, clothes and dry food campaign.

Physical donations can be dropped off at Heartlodge( behind Ridgeways mall) or you can make a contribution to:
Paybill: 4061995
Account : Mukuru.
RSVP : Rtn Catherine - +254 723 685922

We welcome you to join us on 6th March as we make these donation and create change in Mukuru Slums.

30/03/2026

Join us tomorrow evening at Vilage Market for a charity bowling social and fellowship. Funds raised will be donated to flood victims in Mukuru during this Easter season.

You are in invited to hit the lanes in support of this great initiative!

Date : 31st March 2025
Venue: Vilage Market
Charges: Kshs 1,000
RSVP : Pres. John Gikima - +254 722 520473

Join us as we roll for a reason and make a difference.

29/03/2026

On Saturday morning, 28th March, we travelled as members of the Rotary Club of Ridgeways, alongside the Rotaract Club of the University of Nairobi, to visit a remarkable community in Oloitokitok—nestled at the foothills of Mount Kilimanjaro.

The drive itself was a reminder of Kenya’s unmatched natural endowment—punctuated by the picturesque, almost cinematic views of Mount Kilimanjaro rising above the plains as we approached Oloitokitok.

Set within the greater ecosystem of Amboseli National Park and near conservancies like Kimana Sanctuary, the region offers more than scenic beauty—it reflects a deep connection to heritage, resilience, and evolving livelihoods.

But beyond the landscape lies a compelling story of transformation.

A community that once unknowingly contributed to deforestation—driven in part by the demand for charcoal from acacia trees—has now repositioned itself as a model of environmental restoration.

In 2025, we supported this journey by donating 7,000 tree seedlings. The outcomes have been both measurable and inspiring.

Building on this momentum, we contributed an additional 5,000 seedlings. This visit provided an opportunity to witness firsthand the progress made. Trees are now thriving in homesteads and at Chief Motury Primary School—a clear indication of strong community ownership and accountability.

What stood out most was the practical innovation:
Through government-supported intercropping, food crops are grown alongside trees—ensuring that as families cultivate their land, they simultaneously sustain the forest cover. It is a simple, scalable, and effective model of sustainability.

Equally noteworthy is the gradual shift in livelihoods. Traditionally nomadic, many Maasai families are embracing elements of settled, subsistence farming—anchored in long-term environmental stewardship.

At the school, we identified clear opportunities for impact:
- Installation of gutters for rainwater harvesting
- A 10,000-litre water storage tank
- Improved classroom infrastructure

These are targeted interventions that can materially enhance learning conditions and outcomes.

The visit concluded, fittingly, in fellowship—sharing a meal of ugali and nyama choma with the local leaders driving this transformation.

Experiences like these reinforce a fundamental truth:
Sustainable change is not driven by rhetoric, but by consistent, community-led action—growing steadily from the ground up.

25/03/2026

The ABC of Wellness and Purposeful Living

We were privileged to listen to Carol Njoki, a Holistic Wellness Strategist and Founder of Roadmap To Wellness, who so clearly articulated what she described as the missing link in modern wellness. With remarkable simplicity and clarity, Carol broke down the conversation into practical, relatable, and easily digestible insights through what she called the ABC of Wellness.

A – Awareness and Abstinence:
Be aware of the foods that work best for your body, and abstain from those that do not. Our bodies often signal when something is not right—whether it is gluten intolerance, lactose sensitivity, or other dietary triggers.

B – Believe:
Believe what your body is telling you. Persistent fatigue, blurred vision, or discomfort are not to be ignored. Rather than delaying, we should respond promptly and take corrective action.

C – Combination:
Be mindful of how we combine foods. Let us aim for simplicity in our meals, avoiding combinations that overburden our digestive systems, while learning to decode the signals our bodies communicate.

The icing on the cake was the honor of hosting our District Governor Elect, DGE Essaayas from the Rotary Club of Addis Ababa Bole. He encouraged us to demystify Rotary—to keep it simple, meaningful, enjoyable, and impactful as we serve.

It was indeed a rich and insightful session, reminding us that when we take care of our well-being, we are better equipped to serve others and truly Unite for Good.

22/03/2026

This Tuesday we discuss matters holistic wellness- a worthy topic in our modern day life. Join us as Carol Njoki, the founder of roadmap to wellness shades more light on the topic - the missing link on modern wellness.

This interesting conversation will be happening on 24th March, 2026, at Heartlodge-behind Ridgeways Mall.

See you then for an evening of clarity, learning and networking.

17/03/2026

Strategy and innovations are closely connected ideas that shape how organizations or an entity compete, grow and stay relevant.

This evening we have the pleasure of listening to Dr Geoffrey Otieno, founder and business transformation consultant at Enreal limited.

Do join us for a session of learning and networking as we listen to Dr Otieno share insights on Strategy and Innovations.