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Our Impact

Over the last seven years, the Foundation has reached over 30,000 people through our programming, more than 15,000 in Nairobi alone. Furthermore, that reach does not always stop with the individual or the family it can have a ripple effect, impacting an individual's family and community. Research has shown that when individuals receive access to opportunities such as education or skills training, it can significantly and directly affect those around them. Access to empowerment programs for youths, for example, means they are more likely to be educated. Moreover, greater access to business opportunities through skills and entrepreneurship training increases family income and can mean more jobs and boost the local economy.

About Us

Kikwetu Foundation is a registered non-governmental, non-political and non-profit making organization which is dedicated to helping and addressing a variety of issues, with a particular focus on the Kenyan society although having interests in the entire African continent. The organization was established in 2012 in Kenya by a group of passionate youth who were determined to advocate for the promotion of the African culture as a way of creating wealth for the youth and other disenfranchised members of society.


The main purpose and function of this organization is to mobilize, organize and redirect the energy of the youth towards maximum participation in relation to the major important matters of economic growth, development and innovation. Kikwetu Foundation is, in essence, an initiative which celebrates and promotes African culture by developing the skills of people within the community.


Kikwetu Foundation is in youth empowerment and community development through exciting mediums such as the arts, culture, music and fashion. With a keen focus on youth and community development, we are passionate about changing the world around us by tapping into and promoting the talents of African youth.



Our Mission

To create opportunities, equip them with skills and transform the African society.

Our Vision

To realize an African society that is empowered, developed and cultured.

Our Core Values

Commitment to service, Integrity, Transparency, Accountability, Innovation, Inclusivity

Message From Chairman

  • *** Kendy Mbugua ***

    Welcome to the Kikwetu Foundation website. Kikwetu Foundation is a registered non-governmental, non-political and non-profit making organization that is passionate about Africa and the community as a whole. The youth are our core focus and we constantly seek to motivate, inspire, equip and nurture great leaders and businessmen of substance who will rise up to make Africa the leading continent on the map. Our main target areas consist of leadership, culture, business/ entrepreneurship and innovation.

    We have a great dream for our African youth and we believe that transformation can take place if we all join forces and generate solutions for the challenges that plague us. We therefore humbly invite you to join the Kikwetu family in our various projects to help us make the change. Remember- we as Africans should not look outside for change, we are the change we wish to see.

    Together, we can make a difference. God bless you and God bless Kikwetu Foundation.

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Our Events

Depending on the audience and the cause, Our events can vary greatly in theme. Every cause is different and unique and requires a different and unique approach. It may be a charity marathon conducted to raise awareness about a particular health issue, with proceeds going to those affected. Or perhaps a photography event, conference or training session of some kind.

Our Projects

Cultural Development

Africa has a rich cultural heritage that needs to be tapped into and enriched, particularly in this modern era where African cultural values are slowly being eroded.

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  • 15 May, 2022
Youth Empowerment

The youth form the majority of Kenyan society yet most are disillusioned due to the pervasive lack of employment and business opportunities in the country.

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  • 10 March, 2022
Mentorship

A major challenge in society is the lack of mentorship opportunities and role models for young people. Through this mentorship program, kikwetu Foundation desires to act as a bridge between mentees and mentors, assisting young professionals to learn from the best in their specific field of work.

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  • 10 March, 2022

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