Fighting the Spread: How SHOFCO Kept Hope Flowing in a Pandemic

SHOFCO’s COVID-19 response reached 1.8 million people in Kenya’s informal settlements with clean water, health screenings, food support, and accurate information. Together, we turned the tide on the pandemic and strengthened community resilience.

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Turning the Page: How a SHOFCO Library Rewrote Fred’s Story

Fred grew up in Mathare, one of Nairobi’s informal settlements, where challenges like noise and financial struggles threatened his education. Discover how SHOFCO’s library provided the quiet space, resources, and support he needed to excel academically, paving his way to university and a brighter future.

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Sewing Seeds of Success: How SHOFCO Helped Esther Thrive

Esther Wanjiku from Mukuru turned her dream of fashion design into reality through SHOFCO’s free training. With $3, she started a tailoring business, now supporting her family and building a brighter future.

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