CEFA - Kenya & Somalia

05/06/2026

🌱 Supporting farmers through the ARISE Project

Under the ARISE Project, the distribution of GAP kits was successfully completed across the six targeted villages of Raqayle, Halgan, Muryale, Gafay, Sabun and Marerey.

The final distribution took place in Gafay and Muryale, marking the completion of the activity in all selected villages.

Each beneficiary received a GAP kit including 20 kg of maize seeds, 3 kg of cowpea seeds, 500 ml of Alfas pesticide, 1 litre of Foliar NPK fertilizer and one knapsack sprayer.

These kits aim to support women farmers in applying improved agricultural practices, strengthening crop production, improving household food security and enhancing community resilience.

🇮🇹 This project is funded by the Ministero degli Affari Esteri e della Cooperazione Internazionale through the Agenzia Italiana per la Cooperazione allo Sviluppo - Ufficio di Nairobi

29/05/2026

🌍 AGROBLUE Project Kick-Off in Kenya!

We are pleased to announce the launch of “AGROBLUE – Promoting Sustainable Agriculture and Blue Economy in Kenya”, a new project aimed at strengthening food security and climate resilience in Kwale and Tana River counties.

The project will promote 🌱climate-smart agriculture, sustainable artisanal fisheries and diversified income-generating activities, supporting farmers and fishers in improving productivity, reducing losses and accessing better markets.

AGROBLUE also contributes to building more resilient, sustainable and inclusive rural and coastal communities, by strengthening local capacities, promoting environmental protection and supporting long-term livelihood opportunities.

🇮🇹 The project is funded by the Ministero degli Affari Esteri e della Cooperazione Internazionale through Agenzia Italiana per la Cooperazione allo Sviluppo - Ufficio di Nairobi, and implemented in partnership with Azione Contro la Fame (lead applicant), Muslim women Advancement of Rights and Protection and Politecnico di Milano – Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering.

27/05/2026

🌙CEFA wishes a joyful and peaceful Eid al-Adha to all our colleagues, partners and communities in Kenya and Somalia!

May this celebration bring peace, 🤝solidarity and hope to all the people and communities we proudly work alongside every day.

26/05/2026

🌍 GROW PROJECT OFFICIALLY LAUNCHED IN WEST POKOT!

The "GROW – Gender-Responsive Opportunities for Water Access, Livelihood Recovery and Climate Resilience" project has officially kicked off in West Pokot County, Kenya.

The initiative will focus on three main areas:
💧 safe and inclusive access to WASH services
🌾 food security, agriculture and nutrition
🌱 climate resilience and disaster risk reduction

Through an integrated and gender-responsive approach, the project aims to strengthen the resilience of vulnerable communities by improving access to water, sustainable livelihoods, public health prevention and climate adaptation strategies across Kiwawa, Kapchok and Kodich wards.

🤝 The project is implemented by CEFA in partnership with Perur Rays Of Hope. and the County Government of West Pokot.

🇮🇹 This project is funded by the Ministero degli Affari Esteri e della Cooperazione Internazionale through the Agenzia Italiana per la Cooperazione allo Sviluppo - Ufficio di Nairobi.

25/05/2026

🌍 Celebrating 62 years of African unity, independence and self-determination.

Africa Day commemorates the foundation of the Organization of African Unity in 1963, born from anti-colonial struggles, collective resistance and the right of African peoples to tell their own stories, reclaim their voices and shape their future beyond colonial narratives.

Today, we celebrate freedom, dignity and African pride.

📣Africa is not one story — it is millions.
Millions of voices, cultures, histories, languages, struggles and futures.
Take time to learn, celebrate and amplify African voices.

25/05/2026

🚨 We’re hiring!

CEFA Kenya is looking for a motivated professional to join the AGROBLUE project team as:

📌 Open position:
• Project Officer – Fisheries and Beekeeping

The role will support the implementation of activities related to sustainable agriculture, blue economy, climate resilience and livelihoods, working closely with farmers’ groups, Beach Management Units (BMUs), local authorities and project partners in Kwale and Tana River counties.

📍 Duty station: Kwale County with regular missions to Tana River County

⏰ Application deadline: 14 June 2026

Please note that applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and CEFA reserves the right to close the vacancy earlier if a suitable candidate is identified.

🔗 Full vacancy notice and application details are available on ReliefWeb: https://reliefweb.int/job/4213351/project-officer-fisheries-and-beekeeping

22/05/2026

🌍 Edu-WISE Project Officially Started in Kenya! 🌍

Yesterday in Murang’a County we marked the beginning of , a 3-year initiative dedicated to strengthening inclusive vocational education and employment opportunities for young persons with disabilities in Nairobi, Murang’a and Makueni counties.

Edu-WISE is implemented by Cefa - Il seme della solidarietà together with Call Africa Kenya, Deaf Empowerment Kenya, Federation of Kenya Employers, Tvet Authority Kenya Page, National Council for Persons with Disabilities (NCPWD) and ARCO PIN.

The project will work to:
🔹Strengthen inclusive Vocational Training Centres
🔹 Expand access to scholarships and training opportunities
🔹Promote internships and pathways to decent employment
🔹 Foster collaboration between institutions, OPDs, civil society and private sector actors
🔹 Contribute to a more accessible and inclusive society where no young person is left behind

The launch event brought together institutions, development partners, youth representatives, OPDs and local communities for a meaningful moment of dialogue, reflection and shared commitment towards inclusion and equal opportunities in Kenya.

🤝We would also like to sincerely thank the representatives of the Murang'a County Government Government of Makueni County Nairobi City County Government who joined the launch event and reaffirmed their commitment to promoting more inclusive education and employment opportunities for young persons with disabilities.

A special thank you also to Fabio Minniti, Head of Agenzia Italiana per la Cooperazione allo Sviluppo - Ufficio di Nairobi for his presence and continued support towards inclusive development and equal opportunities in Kenya. 🇮🇹🇰🇪

A special thank you as well to the “Change Creatives” group for their powerful artistic performance reflecting on inclusion, diversity and equal opportunities 🎭

A heartfelt thank you to everyone who joined us and contributed to making this first step possible!

🇮🇹 This project is funded by the Ministero degli Affari Esteri e della Cooperazione Internazionale through the Agenzia Italiana per la Cooperazione allo Sviluppo - Ufficio di Nairobi.

22/05/2026

22/05/2026

Proud to officially kick off in Kenya 🇰🇪
Strengthening vocational training means strengthening communities, autonomy and dignity!