Kageno

10/14/2026

Your Next Adventure Could Change a Life!

🌍 A breathtaking South African safari or 🍷 a luxurious Tuscan getaway? Your dream escape awaits at Kageno’s 23rd Annual Harambee on November 2!

Bid on extraordinary experiences while helping create brighter futures for children and families in Kenya and Rwanda.

✨ Two incredible destinations. One life-changing purpose.

🎟️ Join us and make a difference!
https://kageno.networkforgood.com/events/104418-harambee-2026

10/11/2026

When communities come together, conversations can change lives

Creating healthier families can begin with something as simple as sitting together, asking questions and feeling safe enough to talk openly.

At the end of September, Kageno brought married couples and community health workers together in Banda for family planning sessions. In total, 184 people, including 78 couples, took part. The sessions created space for honest conversations, questions and answers and the chance to clear up some of the myths and misconceptions that can surround family planning.

But the conversation didn’t stop there.

Kageno also sat down with religious leaders from Banda’s Protestant, Catholic, Methodist and Anglican churches. Together, they explored how cultural and religious beliefs can sometimes make conversations about family planning difficult—and how trusted community leaders can help make those conversations easier.

It is a partnership built on a simple idea—that people are more likely to make informed decisions when they have access to accurate information and can discuss sensitive issues without fear or judgment.

Because healthier families start with informed choices— and informed choices start with open conversations.

10/09/2026

One Story. One Opportunity. Endless Possibilities. 💚

This year’s theme, “Inspiring Change: One Story at a Time,” is inspired by Liliane, who began her education at Kageno’s nursery school in Banda, Rwanda. Today, she is studying medicine and dreams of becoming a doctor.

Liliane’s journey is a powerful reminder of what can happen when one child is given the opportunity to learn, grow and dream.

And hers is just one story.

Join us for an evening of inspiring stories, dinner, cocktails and a special auction featuring unforgettable experiences, including a trip to Tuscany and an African safari.

Tickets are on sale now.

Every story matters. Every act of generosity creates a ripple of change.

Be part of what happens next. 💚

10/07/2026

Growing Classrooms, Growing Opportunities 📚

At Kageno, we believe that every child deserves the opportunity to learn, grow and build a brighter future. Classes are in full swing at Kageno-supported schools in Kenya, with students attending classes and taking part in their regular school activities.

One particularly encouraging development has been the growth in enrollment at Kageno’s Mfangano School: The school’s population has risen from 86 students last term to 93 students this term— a significant increase from the 76 to 86 students generally recorded during previous terms. At Kageno Rusinga School, enrollment has remained strong at 277 students, building on the increase seen toward the end of the previous term.

This growth is an encouraging sign that one of Kageno’s most important messages is being heard throughout the community: early education is the cornerstone of future opportunity.

Behind every number is a child with hopes, talents and potential. Kageno remains committed to working alongside communities to strengthen access to quality education and create environments where children can thrive. Growing enrollment means growing opportunity— and every new student in the classroom is a reason to celebrate.

10/05/2026

✨ Every life changed has a story. Every story begins with an opportunity.

For more than two decades, Kageno has worked alongside communities in Kenya and Rwanda to create opportunities in education, healthcare, nutrition, livelihoods, and conservation. Behind every program are individuals and families whose stories remind us why this work matters.

On Monday, November 2, join us at City Winery NYC at Pier 57 for Kageno’s 23rd Annual Harambee and an evening celebrating “Inspiring Change: One Story at a Time.”

Come hear the stories. Celebrate the impact. And help us write the next chapter together. 💚

🎟️ Purchase your tickets, become a sponsor, or make a donation today.

10/02/2026

From Five Chickens to 15: Tressie’s Story of Hope 🐔

In 2021, at the age of 68, Nyiramaza Tressie became responsible for raising her two-month-old granddaughter after her mother's sudden passing. With limited strength and no reliable source of income, caring for a hungry newborn was overwhelming. After a Community Health Worker connected her with Kageno, Tressie and her granddaughter began receiving nutritional support, including milk and fortified porridge, helping the baby’s health gradually improve.

But Kageno’s support did not stop with immediate food assistance: Tressie received nutrition education and learned how to prepare balanced meals using locally available foods. Kageno also provided five chickens as a productive household asset, giving Tressie an opportunity to build a sustainable source of nutrition and income. She cared for the chickens and steadily expanded the flock.

Today, Tressie has 15 laying chickens, providing eggs for her family and a continuing household livelihood activity. As her granddaughter grew, Kageno’s support also extended to nursery school enrollment and learning materials, helping her move from early nutritional vulnerability into education and continued school feeding. What began as urgent support for a hungry infant became a pathway toward improved nutrition, knowledge, opportunity and resilience.

09/29/2026

GANZA BUKI: Women Turning Beekeeping into Opportunity 🐝🍯

In the rural community of Banda, GANZA BUKI Cooperative is creating new opportunities for women and their families through beekeeping, honey products and small-scale lending. Established as a cooperative in 2023, GANZA BUKI has shown remarkable resilience, transitioning from sorghum processing to a growing focus on beekeeping and value-added honey products with support from Kageno Rwanda.

Today, the cooperative has 19 members—18 women and one man—and owns 13 beehives. Members harvest and sell honey while also producing beeswax candles and body lotion. By adding value to honey and beeswax, the cooperative is creating opportunities for women to develop new skills and exploring ways to increase household income.

Alongside beekeeping, GANZA BUKI operates a Village Savings and Loan Association, helping members save together and access small loans when they need capital. To date, 39 loans have been provided to the cooperative’s 19 members, supporting needs ranging from school fees and health insurance to farming, livestock, food and other household expenses.

GANZA BUKI’s story is one of resilience, enterprise and women working together to build stronger livelihoods. Through beekeeping, value addition, savings and mutual support, the cooperative is turning local resources into opportunity—one hive, one product and one family at a time. 🐝

09/27/2026

09/24/2026

Nurturing Young Lives in Banda Village

At Kageno Worldwide, we believe every child deserves the opportunity to learn, grow and thrive. Last week, 128 new Kageno nursery school students received school uniforms, helping them begin their educational journey with confidence and a sense of belonging. Through our malnutrition program, 49 children, including 24 girls and 25 boys, continue to receive support to promote healthy growth and development.

As part of the malnutrition feeding program, each of the 49 enrolled children received 2.5 kg of SOSOMA-- a local nutrient-rich composite flour consisting of maize, sorghum and soya-- and sugar for porridge preparation at home.This extra support is repeated every two weeks, to help children on their journey toward recovery.

A home visit was also conducted for one single mother whose child is enrolled in the malnutrition program. The child is showing improvement, and the mother received family planning education.

Every uniform, every meal and every home visit represents a step toward a healthier, brighter future for children and families in our communities. With your partnership, we can continue nurturing potential and creating lasting change. Together, one child’s story can become thousands.

09/23/2026

✨ From a Kageno nursery school in rural Rwanda to medical school—Liliane’s story is what possibility looks like.

On November 2, we’ll celebrate Liliane and the many lives being transformed through opportunity at Kageno’s 23rd Annual Harambee at City Winery NYC at Pier 57.

Liliane’s dream is to become a doctor and return home to serve her community. Her journey reminds us that when one child is given the opportunity to learn, grow and dream, the impact can reach far beyond one life. 💚

Join us for an inspiring evening celebrating the people and communities of Kageno—and help make the next story possible.

📅 November 2, 2026 | 6:30 PM
📍 City Winery NYC at Pier 57
🎟️ Tickets, sponsorships & donations through the link in bio.

One opportunity can change a life. Its ripple effect can change a community.