Akombe Foundation

08/24/2026

Bag ni ya nini? 🎒👇

…Ni ya kubeba future, passion, na success!

It’s Term 3—the final quarter, the home stretch, and the most crucial lap of the academic year in Kenya! 🇰🇪

Whether you’re stepping into class to conquer new topics or locking in for national exams, the Akombe Foundation family is cheering you on every step of the way.

A quick checklist for Term 3 success:
🎯 Focus on the goal: Stay disciplined and consistent.

🤝 Ask for help: Lean on teachers, mentors, and peers when things get tough.

💡 Protect your mindset: Believe that your hard work will pay off.

To every student we support, and all young scholars across the country: lock in, execute, and make yourself proud. Let’s make this final term count! 🚀📚

08/23/2026

From feeding 25 children to serving 660,000+ daily meals and empowering thousands of women, Wawira Njiru from Kenya is proof that when women lead, communities thrive. Her journey inspires us all to pursue growth relentlessly, and lead change in the community.

Wawira Njiru will receive the award from the German Africa Foundation in Berlin on November 4

08/14/2026

Young people are not just the leaders of tomorrow — they are already shaping the world today.

We are especially proud of the young people on our team who continue to make a difference at the grassroots. Through their work, they reach students who need support most — encouraging them, following up on their progress, offering guidance, and helping them stay connected to opportunities that can move their lives forward.

Whether they are students, caregivers, creators, workers, volunteers, entrepreneurs or advocates, young people deserve the opportunity to grow and contribute. Yet many are navigating increasing pressures, uncertainty, rapid digital change and limited access to meaningful opportunities to learn, work and thrive.

We believe young people deserve more than encouragement. They deserve practical skills, trusted mentors, opportunities to grow, and spaces where their voices and ideas can lead.

08/09/2026

Troubling Trend: Scientists have detected HIV drug resistance in Sub-Sahara, affecting treatment once considered reliable. Researchers reported the resistance among HIV-positive people in Kenya, Tanzania, Mozambique and Lesotho. More:

When participants were enrolled in study, many showed no signs of drug resistance.

07/26/2026

Term 2 tested Kenya’s students, parents, and teachers with unprecedented challenges—from unrest and funding delays to CBC hurdles. As learners break for the August holidays, our focus shifts from classroom stress to home support.

Education doesn’t stop during holidays; it just changes form. Here is how we can keep our youth engaged, safe, and learning life skills this break:

Parents: Pass on practical life skills—budgeting, cooking, basic repairs—and keep lines of communication open.

Communities: Organize local sports, reading clubs, mentorship, or volunteer projects to keep young minds active.

Akombe Foundation: We are committed to providing safe spaces, mentorship, and community-building programs for our youth.

Let’s turn this break into an opportunity to guide and recharge our students together.

Read more on Term 2’s reflection: https://nation.africa/kenya/news/education/end-of-term-2-how-fires-funding-and-cbe-challenges-tested-kenya-s-longest-school-period-5537570

How are you keeping your children productive at home this month? Share your tips below! 👇

Schools grappled with deadly fires, delayed funding and widespread textbook shortages.

07/15/2026

"I didn't know I would be able to join Grade 10..."

Meet Derrick. After finishing Grade 9, the challenge of raising school fees meant he and his mother had almost given up on him ever joining high school. But hope wasn't lost.

With the right support, Derrick is back in school, thriving, and dreaming bigger than ever. His ultimate goal? To study hard and become an engineer! 🛠️📐

We are so proud to nurture dreams like his and bridge the gap for students who just need a chance. Watch Derrick's story.

07/10/2026

This month, we’re sharing the moving stories behind why we do what we do.

Meet Dolphine. When her family faced hard times, she nearly missed out on joining Grade 10, and her mother started to lose hope. But today, Dolphine is back in the classroom where she belongs! 📚

She is pursuing her studies with a powerful goal: to become a lawyer and secure a better future. ⚖️

Watch her incredible journey, and stay tuned all month long for more stories of resilience and community empowerment. 👇

07/04/2026

Happy 250th, America!🇺🇸🎆 Wishing everyone a safe and spectacular Independence Day! 🎉

07/03/2026

America turns 250 tomorrow! 🇺🇸 Explore the moments that define the making of the United States. From breakthrough ideas to unsung heroes, discover the human stories behind 250 years of history. 👇

https://www.history.com/collections/history-honors-250

07/02/2026

New month, same mission. As families around the world navigate access to education, health care, clean water, and economic opportunity, we remain focused on practical support that strengthens communities. Follow along as we partner to build a better society.