Kianda Foundation

Kianda Foundation we are a nonprofit educational Trust that promotes the dignity of women and girls through education

Kianda Foundation was established in 1961 as an Educational Trust aimed at promoting the educational, professional & cultural formation of women in Kenya.

The African child grows.She grows in the kitchen learning to hold a knife before she learns to hold a pen. She grows in ...
16/06/2026

The African child grows.

She grows in the kitchen learning to hold a knife before she learns to hold a pen. She grows in a market stall, counting coins by lamplight. She grows in a classroom where the windows don't always have glass, but the hunger to learn fills every corner.

And then she becomes.
The chef who turns memory into meals. The businesswoman who turns a single idea into a livelihood. The engineer. The farmer. The teacher who goes back to the village she came from. The mother who refuses to let her daughter's story be smaller than her own.

Today — International Day of the African Child — we celebrate not just who she is, but everything she is still becoming.

At Kianda Foundation, we walk alongside her.

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Today, on World Environment Day, we are reminded that building a better future for women and girls also means protecting...
05/06/2026

Today, on World Environment Day, we are reminded that building a better future for women and girls also means protecting the world they will inherit.

At Kianda Foundation, we believe that sustainability begins with education. Every woman empowered, every skill learned, and every community strengthened contributes to a future that is not only more equitable, but also more sustainable.

As we nurture minds, transform lives, and create opportunities, we remain committed to raising a generation that understands the importance of caring for our environment and using resources responsibly.

Because when women thrive, communities flourish. And when communities care for the environment, the future becomes brighter for all.

Happy World Environment Day !

As Kenya marks 63 years of self-governance this Madaraka Day, we at Kianda Foundation celebrate a remarkable shared jour...
01/06/2026

As Kenya marks 63 years of self-governance this Madaraka Day, we at Kianda Foundation celebrate a remarkable shared journey of progress, resilience, and transformation.

Our story began even before Kenya became a republic. For nearly 65 years, we have witnessed firsthand the power of education and empowerment in changing the lives of women, families, and communities across the country. We have seen more girls access quality education, more women enter leadership spaces, more entrepreneurs build sustainable livelihoods, and stronger systems emerge to support gender equality and social development.

These achievements are worth celebrating. They reflect the determination of generations of Kenyans who have worked to create greater opportunities for women and girls.

Yet, as we commemorate both Kenya's 63 years of self-governance and Kianda Foundation's upcoming 65th anniversary, we are reminded that the journey is far from complete. Too many women and girls still face barriers to education, economic participation, healthcare, leadership, and equal opportunity. Sustainable empowerment requires not only individual effort but also strong institutions, inclusive policies, equitable systems, and collective action.

As we reflect on how far we have come, we renew our commitment to building a future where every woman and girl has the opportunity to thrive, contribute, and lead.

This Madaraka Day, we celebrate our nation's progress while reaffirming our responsibility to continue advancing equality, dignity, and empowerment for all.

Happy Madaraka Day, Kenya.

Before the month of May comes to an end, we pause to celebrate the women who carry dreams in one hand and their children...
28/05/2026

Before the month of May comes to an end, we pause to celebrate the women who carry dreams in one hand and their children in the other. ❤️

In our Fanikisha classes, we witness something beautiful every single day. Mothers learning, growing, healing, laughing and daring to believe in a better future while little eyes watch with pride and admiration.

These are not just cute moments. They are moments of courage. Moments of sacrifice. Moments that quietly change generations.

To every mother choosing to rise despite the odds, thank you for showing your children what strength wrapped in love looks like. 🌸

Because when a mother is empowered, a family changes. And when families change, communities rise.

Happy Mother’s Month from Kianda Foundation.

To every mother who mothers and still fights to become the best versions of themselves, we see you and we celebrate you....
10/05/2026

To every mother who mothers and still fights to become the best versions of themselves, we see you and we celebrate you. Happy mother's Day !🥳🥳

To every woman showing up, every single day, fighting for the dignified life she deserves, this one's for you. 🥂 Happy L...
01/05/2026

To every woman showing up, every single day, fighting for the dignified life she deserves, this one's for you. 🥂 Happy Labour Day! 💫

08/04/2026

We are proud to celebrate the Tunu Chess Team's success at the 2026 Kenya National Youth Chess Championship.

We are thrilled to announce that three of our players have officially qualified to represent and Kenya at the Africa Youth Chess Championship in Uganda this May!

Congratulations to all 20 participants for their resilience and sportsmanship. We remain committed to empowering young women through the strategic art of chess.

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07/04/2026

In 2026, medical science is at its peak, but for 8 out of 10 rural families, it’s still out of reach. 💔

When the cost of a consultation equals two days of manual labor, "preventative care" becomes a luxury no one can afford. Families wait until a cough becomes a crisis because the price of entry is too high.

At the Kianda Foundation, we believe the "Last Mile" of healthcare should be free.

That’s why our Kimlea Clinic doctors take the treatment directly to the school desk. Through our Children’s Health Program (CHEP), we’ve removed the price tag for over 4,000 children.

$0 Consultation fees.

$0 Medication costs.

100% Focus on the future.

Access is the cure. Stand with us this World Health Day.
👇 Learn more about our impact in rural Kenya.
https://www.kiandafoundation.org/

This Easter, we celebrate hope reborn, courage renewed, and the promise of new beginnings. May the season remind us that...
03/04/2026

This Easter, we celebrate hope reborn, courage renewed, and the promise of new beginnings. May the season remind us that every life has the power to rise, to heal, and to shine brighter.

Happy Easter from all of us at Kianda Foundation.✨✨

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Kabarsiran Avenue, Waiyaki Way
Nairobi
00100

Opening Hours

Monday 08:30 - 17:00
Tuesday 08:30 - 17:00
Wednesday 08:30 - 17:00
Thursday 08:30 - 17:00
Friday 08:30 - 17:00

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+254202321984

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