Makongo Compassion Centre

26/03/2026

At Makongo Compassion Centre, our hearts are filled with gratitude and hope as we reflect on the journey we have taken since the beginning of this year. What started as a simple yet powerful idea has grown into a life-changing initiative—together, we have proudly produced over 1,000 reusable sanitary pads for girls in our community. Each pad represents dignity restored, confidence renewed, and a girl empowered to show up fully in school and in life.
This impact would not have been possible without the unwavering support of E3 Kenya, Inc. From sourcing fabrics, to supporting the incredible work of our dedicated sewers, to ensuring the pads reach the girls who need them most—your generosity has touched lives in ways words can hardly express. You have not just funded a project; you have ignited hope, restored dignity, and created opportunity.

To our amazing team of sewers, thank you for pouring your skill, time, and love into every piece you create. You are the heartbeat of this initiative. And to the girls we serve, you inspire us every day—you remind us why this work matters.

As we celebrate this milestone, we know this is only the beginning. There are still many more girls who need this support, many more stories waiting to be changed. We warmly invite individuals, organizations, and well-wishers to come on board and partner with us through E3 Kenya to expand this impact even further. Together, we can reach more girls, break more barriers, and build a future where no girl is held back because of her period.
From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for believing in this mission. 💛

Channa Beth Butcher

15/03/2026

🎉 Successful Close-Out Event for the SoCreative E-Learning Program 🎉

Yesterday, 14th, we proudly marked a major milestone as we held the close-out event for the SoCreative E-Learning Program at Ruben Centre. It was a truly inspiring moment as we celebrated and graduated 100 learners who registered into the program.

Over the past months, participants have engaged in valuable learning around the creative economy, entrepreneurship, and social impact, gaining skills and knowledge to help them grow their creative ideas into meaningful opportunities.

The event was a great moment to reflect on the journey, celebrate the dedication of the learners, and recognize the impact this program has had in empowering young creatives within our community.

We extend our sincere appreciation to the British Council for supporting this transformative program and making it possible to reach and empower these 100 learners.

👏 Congratulations to all the graduates for their commitment and hard work. The journey continues!

Hosted by:
Compassion Centre
Makongo Computer College

13/03/2026

🎉 SoCreative Program Close-Out Event 🎉

After months of learning, creativity, and growth, we are excited to mark a special milestone as we celebrate the SoCreative Program Close-Out Event.

This event brings together learners who have been part of this transformative journey — a journey that has equipped young creatives with knowledge, skills, and inspiration to thrive in the creative economy. Through this program, 100 learners have been reached and empowered through interactive learning and practical insights.

Participants explored key areas such as Launching Your Creative Enterprise, Growing Your Creative Enterprise, Social Impact Through Entrepreneurship, and Creative Economy Policy, helping them better understand opportunities within the creative sector.

It will be a moment to reflect on the learning experiences, celebrate achievements, and recognize the dedication shown throughout the program.

📍 Venue: Ruben Centre
📅 Date: Saturday Mar 14th, 2026

Together, we celebrate creativity, innovation, and the power of learning.
✨ This program has been supported by the British Council.

24/02/2026

✨ SoCreative e-Learning Program – In Partnership with the Council ✨

We are proud to share that the SoCreative e-Learning Program at Makongo Compassion Centre has been successful and is still ongoing!

This transformative training is equipping our young creatives with practical knowledge and real-world skills needed to thrive in today’s creative economy. The program covers powerful modules including:

📌 Launching Your Creative Enterprise
📌 Growing Your Creative Enterprise
📌 Social Impact Through Entrepreneurship
📌 Creative Economy Policy

Through these modules, our students are not only learning how to start and grow sustainable creative ventures, but also understanding how creativity connects to social change and policy development.

We are implementing a blended learning approach — some students participate online, while others attend sessions physically at our centre — ensuring flexibility and inclusion for all.

We sincerely commend and appreciate the British Council British Council Kenya for this impactful initiative that continues to empower young people and strengthen the creative ecosystem within our community.



The journey continues, and the impact is growing! 💻✨

08/02/2026

✨ OUR FIRST PAD DISTRIBUTION! ✨

Saturday, February 7th, 2026, marked a beautiful milestone as we carried out distribution of reusable sanitary pads. The joy and confidence on the girls’ faces said it all 💖

What made this moment truly special is that the pads were locally made at our Centre, Makongo Compassion Centre. Trained women from our community came together to create high-quality, reusable pads, strengthening local solutions and supporting girls with products made by their own community, for their own community.

This project was community-driven from start to finish. The girls proudly received the pads, knowing they were produced right here at home — a powerful reminder of what can happen when communities lead their own change.

🔥 Special Recognition to Our Donors – Kenya, Inc. led by Channa Beth Butcher! 🔥
E3 Kenya, Inc. played a key role in making this possible by supporting the training of the women in making pads, providing fabrics, and ensuring fair compensation throughout the process. Your belief in community-led solutions made this impact achievable, and we are deeply grateful 🙏🏽💛

This is more than a distribution.
It’s dignity.
It’s sustainability.
It’s community power.

And this is only the beginning ✨💪🏽

03/02/2026

20/01/2026

Today, we take a moment to sincerely appreciate Kenya Team led by Channa Beth Butcher for their continued support and strong partnership. They are truly living up to their commitment of Encouraging, Engaging and Empowering Kenyan girls.

Through their consistent support for the production of reusable sanitary pads, Kenya, Inc. is creating impact on multiple levels. The sewers involved in making the pads are fairly compensated, gaining dignity and sustainable income, while the girls who receive the pads are supported to stay in school with confidence and dignity.

Last year 2025, at our centre Makongo Compassion Centre, we produced pads for more than 100 girls, and this year we are excited and hopeful to double—and even triple—this impact. This is what meaningful partnership looks like: action, consistency, and lives transformed.

Thank you, E3 Kenya, and thank you to everyone who continues to take part in making this possible. Together, we are changing stories and building a better future for our girls. 💙✨

18/01/2026

🎓 2026 INTAKE NOW OPEN – MAKONGO COLLEGE 🎓

We are excited to announce that Makongo College has officially opened admissions for our 2026 intake, with classes starting on 02nd February 2026.

📘 Courses Available:
✅ Computer Studies
✅ Tailoring & Dressmaking

For years, Makongo College has been committed to supporting the learning needs of the Mukuru community. Our programs are designed with the realities of our youth in mind—practical, affordable, and flexible to allow learners to balance training with daily responsibilities.

✨ What makes our program unique:
• Flexible class schedules
• Skills tailored to community and job-market needs
• Continuous mentorship throughout the training
• Life skills training to build confidence, discipline, and responsibility
• Unlimited opportunities for growth, employment, and entrepreneurship

📍 Mukuru kwa Ruben
📞 Enquiries & Registration: Call 0723338827 or send us an email to [email protected]

👉 Take the step. Build skills. Create your future with Makongo.

07/01/2026

🎨 SoCreative eLearning Programme – Ongoing!

Makongo Compassion Centre is excited to continue delivering the SoCreative eLearning Programme, supported by the British Council, for creatives and aspiring entrepreneurs in our community and beyond.

This is an opportunity for all creatives to build skills, grow ideas, and create impact within the creative economy — all through online learning on the SoCreative platform.

📚 Programme Modules include:
• Launching Your Creative Enterprise
• Growing Your Creative Enterprise
• Social Impact Through Entrepreneurship
• Creative Economy Policy

✍🏽 Register through Makongo Compassion Centre:
👉 https://forms.gle/wo4vK9MJuh2f5FSb6

Whether you’re an artist, designer, creative entrepreneur, or simply curious about the creative economy — you are welcome!

🤝 Supported by British Council British Council Kenya
🌍 Delivered by Makongo Compassion Centre

25/12/2025

Greetings!
Thank you for being part of our journey. Together, we look forward to a year of growth, impact, and compassion.

17/12/2025

🌟 Exciting Opportunity at Makongo Compassion Centre! 🌟

We are thrilled to announce that Makongo Compassion Centre is now a delivery partner for the British Council’s SoCreative eLearning Programme. This partnership will enable us to engage with diverse creatives within Mukuru, listen to their needs, and collaborate on solutions that are shaping our work in a more impactful and practical direction. We’re excited about the growth ahead — watch this space!

📅 Programme Timeline
Registration begins: Friday, 19th December
Training period: 22nd December – February (2 months)
Cost: FREE, fully supported by the British Council

This 2-month training programme is designed to equip young creatives with essential skills to launch, manage, and grow their creative enterprises.

🎨 Module: Launching Your Creative Enterprise

The programme will cover:
Introduction to the African Creative Economy
Bringing Your Idea to Life
Finding the Right People
Building Your Business
Branding & Marketing Your Business

Whether you’re an emerging creative, a young innovator, or someone ready to turn an idea into a sustainable business — this programme is for you.

📞 Register Today:
0723338827 / 0718079850

Supported by British Council



Feel free to reach out if you have any questions.