18/06/2025
THE DAY OF THE AFRICAN CHILD – 2025
Date: 16th June 2025
Venue: Leshuta Comprehensive School, Narok West Sub-County
Introduction.
The Day of the African Child was commemorated at Leshuta Comprehensive School on 16th June 2025, bringing together key stakeholders in child welfare, education, and community development. The event focused on promoting children's rights and ending harmful practices affecting African children.
Distinguished Guests:
Deputy County Commissioner (DCC), Narok West
Evans Osumba, Cluster Manager, World Vision
Regional Children Officer, Ministry of Labour and Social Protection
Participating Organizations (NGOs):
1.World Vision
2.Compassion International
3.MAA Trust
4.Matasaru Ntoyie Initiative
THEME
1. Plan and Budget for the Child – Emphasizing the need for deliberate allocation of resources toward children's education, health, and protection.
2. Say No to FGM – A strong call to eradicate Female Ge***al Mutilation and protect girls’ dignity and health.
3. Say No to Child Marriage – Advocating for the enforcement of laws protecting minors from early marriages.
4. Say No to Child Pregnancy – Promoting awareness, education, and community responsibility to prevent early pregnancies.
5. Say No to Child Labour – Urging stakeholders to keep children in schools and away from exploitative labour
Entertainments
Poetry Performance – An exhilarating poem presented by students of Moi Girls Naikarra High School, capturing the struggles and hopes of the African child.
Traditional Dance – A cultural performance by Leshuta Comprehensive School students, celebrating African heritage and unity.
Children’s Song – A heartwarming musical presentation from children supported by Compassion, highlighting the importance of child rights.
The event served as a powerful platform to raise awareness and inspire action against the injustices faced by African children. All speakers and attendees reaffirmed their commitment to building a safer, more inclusive, and empowering environment for every child.