The Hope for Kenya Slum Adolescents Initiative has intensified its support to adolescents and youth across informal settlements following the official opening of the 2026 university and college placement application by the Kenya Universities and Colleges Central Placement Service. The KUCCPS online application portal, which opened on April 7, 2026,
HKSAI Celebrates Beneficiaries at Kisumu County VTCs Joint Graduation 2024–2025 Kisumu County — Hope for Kenya Slums Adolescent Initiative (HKSAI) has celebrated the success of its beneficiaries who graduated during the Kisumu County Vocational Training Centers (VTCs) Joint Graduation for the 2024–2025 class. The graduation ceremony, held on 31st
Mombasa County
Mombasa, Kenya – The Health Integration Summit 2026, held from March 15th to 20th in Mombasa, Kenya, concluded with a resounding call for integrated health services, particularly emphasizing the critical need for youth-friendly provisions. Graced by Hon. Aden Duale, Cabinet Secretary for the Ministry of Health, and hosted by the Ministry
NAIROBI, KENYA — HKSAI has participated in the official launch of the 7th Annual Women Human Rights Defenders Forum, popularly known as the NiMama Forum. Convened by the Defenders Coalition, the two-day event brought together 136 women human rights advocates from across Kenya under the powerful theme #GiveToGain. HKSAI was represented
Kibera, Kenya – In a significant move towards a safer and more equitable future, the Kibera Gender and Advocacy Technical Working Group (TWG) convened on March 18, 2026, at Grace House Resort. This pivotal gathering united 35 dedicated representatives from community-based organizations, civil society groups, and government institutions, including Hope for
Nairobi City County
Nairobi, Kenya – HKSAI, a leading advocate for the rights and empowerment of women and girls, proudly marked International Women’s Day (IWD) 2026 with impactful celebrations in both Kibera and Uasin Gishu County. These events, held in solidarity with the global call led by the United Nations, underscored HKSAI'
Nairobi City County
Hope for Kenya Slum Adolescents Initiative (HKSAI) has joined other community stakeholders under the Kibera Gender Advocacy Network (KGAN) in preparations to commemorate International Women’s Day 2026, guided by the official theme “Rights. Justice. Action. For ALL Women and Girls.” The theme emphasizes the urgent need to bridge the
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Held in Milimani, Nairobi Kenya.
The Uasin Gishu County Department of Gender, Education, Vocational Training, Culture and Social Protection, in partnership with the Uasin Gishu County Civil Society Network convened by the Hope for Kenya Slums Adolescent Initiative, held its first stakeholder engagement meeting yesterday in Eldoret to prepare for the upcoming International Day of
Hope for Kenya Slum Adolescents Initiative (HKSAI) proudly held its First Cohort Graduation Ceremony in Laini Saba, Kibera, Nairobi, under the theme “Shaping the Future Together.” The graduation event brought together students, parents, staff, partners, and community members to celebrate the achievements of our pioneer group of trainees who successfully
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Hope for Kenya Slum Adolescents Initiative (HKSAI) is pleased to officially open applications for its Scholarship Program for Students under the Hope through Education & Empowerment Program (HEEP). At HKSAI, we are committed to advancing equitable access to education and skills development for adolescents and youth from underserved communities. We
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HKSAI News: Outstanding KCSE Performance — 4 Out of 5 Beneficiaries Qualify for Direct University Entry! Hope for Kenya Slum Adolescents Initiative (HKSAI) is proud to celebrate the outstanding performance of our 2025 KCSE candidates. Out of the five beneficiaries we supported last year, four have qualified for direct university entry,
Held in Milimani, Nairobi Kenya.
Eldoret, Kenya — The Uasin Gishu County joined the global community in commemorating the International Day of the Girl Child (IDG) on Saturday, October 11, 2025, with a vibrant celebration held at the County Headquarters in Eldoret. The event, themed: "The Girl I Am, The Change I Lead: Girls on
The preparations for the International Day of the Girl Child are in high gear, with HKSAI working closely with the Uasin Gishu County, Civil Society Network, Department of Social Protection, and other development partners to ensure the event is a success. The International Day of the Girl Child, observed worldwide
HKSAI collaboration with the Department of Gender and the Uasin Gishu County Civil Society Network, had the privilege of meeting with His Excellency Dr. Jonathan Bii Chelilim, PhD, E.G.H., Governor of Uasin Gishu County, to brief him on the progress and preparations for the upcoming International Day of
The Uasin Gishu County Department of Gender, Education, Vocational Training, Culture and Social Protection, in partnership with the Uasin Gishu County Civil Society Network convened by the Hope for Kenya Slums Adolescent Initiative, held its first stakeholder engagement meeting yesterday in Eldoret to prepare for the upcoming International Day of
Hope for Kenya Slum Adolescents Initiative (HKSAI) proudly held its First Cohort Graduation Ceremony in Laini Saba, Kibera, Nairobi, under the theme “Shaping the Future Together.” The graduation event brought together students, parents, staff, partners, and community members to celebrate the achievements of our pioneer group of trainees who successfully
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Uasin Gishu County, Kenya: -The Hope Kenya Slums Adolescent Initiative (HKSAI), in collaboration with key civil society partners, successfully hosted a landmark celebration of International Youth Week, uniting youth, law enforcement, and community leaders under the theme #PolishRelationWithPolice. The event brought together diverse stakeholders to address one of the most