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This month, Zizi Afrique Foundation team stepped away from the familiar rhythm of desks, timelines, and field activities and journeyed to the majestic Tafaria Castle in Nyeri. The retreat served as a moment to breathe, connect, dream, reflect, take stock…
Last week, we did something monumental. We planted the flag of Zizi Afrique Foundation at the summit of Lenana Peak, Mount Kenya (4,985m). This was more than a physical achievement; it was a profound embodiment of the very values that…
In education, “evidence” takes many forms. It can be drawn from large-scale research studies such as the Tusome (Let’s read) literacy program, or from classroom data gathered through assessments, observations, and learning analytics. Equally important is the knowledge teachers develop…
It was one of those crisp Nairobi mornings, the city just beginning to stir to life. Sitting in the famous Super Metro matatu (the Kenyan public transport minibuses), half lost in thought, I suddenly noticed a commotion ahead. A crowd.…
My name is Benson Gathumbi Muthara. I like to call myself a dreamer, go-getter, and someone who never gives up easily. This is the story of how the Tenda Wema initiative, in partnership with Zizi Afrique and Safaricom Foundation, helped…
Life is not always a straight road. Sometimes it curves, dips or rises in ways we never expect. My education journey is one such winding path, marked by unseen hands, answered prayers and burning desires to become more than what…
“Greetings dear reader. I am not feeling well today. I may sleep a little bit longer than usual. I call it eternal sleep.” This was the haunting final post on social media by a man from Baringo County—a father battling…
The Day of the African Child, observed each year on June 16, is a powerful reminder of Africa’s collective responsibility to uphold and protect the rights of children. This year’s theme, “Planning and Budgeting for Children’s Rights: Progress since 2010,”…
As we join the world in celebrating the Day of the African Child this year, under the theme “Planning and Budgeting for Children’s Rights: Progress Since 2010,” we draw inspiration from Grace Ogot’s poem “Future Leaders”. Children are the seed…
One thing about Gen Z is that we love celebrating every little win, and when it comes to surviving an intense semester (which honestly felt like a marathon with no breaks), we deserve to go all out! So, as soon…