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Monday, September 30, 2024

Enhancing Social Cohesion And Household Resilience Through Savings For Transformation (S4T) Groups In Kenya

In 2021, 79.2% of Kenya’s adult population had bank accounts, a significant increase from 42.34% in 2011. However, rural communities without access to banking services still struggle to save for basic needs. To address this, World Vision's Central Rift Farmer Managed Natural Regeneration Scale Up Project (CRIFSUP), funded by ANCP, uses the Savings for Transformation (S4T) model to build household resilience. Isaac Chelal from Nakuru County exemplifies success, starting a watermelon business through his involvement with S4T and the Farmer Managed Natural Regeneration (FMNR) approach.

World Vision’s Savings for Transformation (S4T) model enables vulnerable communities to save and grow their money thus overcoming poverty and income inequality.

Savings for Transformation (S4T), Economic Empowerment, Farmer Managed Natural Regeneration (FMNR), Gender Inclusion

Enhancing Social Cohesion And Household Resilience Through Savings For Transformation (S4T) Groups In Kenya

In 2021, 79.2% of Kenya’s adult population had bank accounts, a significant increase from 42.34% in 2011. However, rural communities without access to...

Epua Lokele, a nomadic pastoralist from Elelea Village in Turkana West, has found new hope in sorghum farming after consecutive failed rainy seasons killed his livestock, the lifeblood of his family’s livelihood. © World Vision Photo/Felix Pilipili

Sorghum Farming and Galla Goats: A Lifeline for Pastoralists in Elelea Village, Turkana West

Explore the heart of Turkana County, known as the "cradle of mankind," where traditional Manyattas stand against the backdrop of drought-scorched land...

A young boy named Ikasukoot, age eleven, stands proudly beside a vibrant garden filled with various vegetables. He is one of the children benefiting from the K-DREAM Project, which supports families in practicing kitchen gardening. This initiative helps ensure that children like Ikasukoot have access to a balanced diet to combat malnutrition. © World Vision Photo/Felix Pilipili

Women in Kalobeyei, Turkana West, Embrace Kitchen Gardens to Improve Food Security and Resilience

Prolonged drought due to climate change and the porous security situation in northern Kenya resulting from conflicts over scarce pasture and water along...

Awesit Lokele stands outside her makeshift shelter, known as a 'Manyatta,' with her three children by her side. She holds a traditional water drinking bowl, an item commonly used in her community. The simple yet powerful scene reflects the daily life of Awesit and her family. © World Vision Photo/Felix Pilipili

From Drought to Hope: Solar-Powered Water Projects Revive Nakechurtak Village

Turkana County, in Kenya's arid northwest, is home to nomadic pastoralists struggling with climate change-driven droughts that make water and pasture...

World Vision Kenya's National Director, Gilbert Kamanga (left), and EAK Board Vice-Chairperson, Dr. Robert Langat (right), sign a Memorandum of Understanding at World Vision Kenya headquarters in Nairobi. © World Vision Photo | Samuel Kisambe

World Vision and Evangelical Alliance of Kenya (EAK) Partner to Improve Child Well-being in Kenya

World Vision Kenya and the Evangelical Alliance of Kenya (EAK) unite to enhance child well-being in Kenya, marked by an MoU signing on 22nd July 2024 in...

World Vision and KenGen Commission Masonry Water Tank to Boost Clean Water Access in Nakuru County

World Vision and KenGen unveiled a 30,000-litre water tank in Nakuru County to boost clean water access for Mimwatia community, benefiting over 350...

Joshua Lomuria, one of the youths supported by the IMARA Programme to pursue vocational training, is assessing a generator for one of his electrical projects in Kainuk, Turkana County.

‘Ujuzi Vijijini’ Initiative Unlocking Opportunities for Vulnerable Youth in Turkana

Read and learn how northern Kenya's youth, facing climate challenges, are being empowered through vocational training by World Vision, transforming lives...

Biogas is emerging as a promising solution for communities in rural areas.

How Biogas Transforms Lives and Empowers Women in Rural Kenya to Combat Climate Change

Biogas transforms lives in Marich, Kenya. Thanks to the IMARA program, Zeddy saves money, time, and health while cooking sustainably, fostering community...

Peter Emuria received training in bee farming and support with 31 beehives, which created employment for him and boosted his family's income. ©World Vision photo/ Felix Pilipili.

Bees for Peace: How Beekeeping Promotes Peace among Pastoral Communities in Kenya

In Turkana County, Kenya, World Vision's IMARA programme is helping pastoralists transition from livestock to beekeeping, boosting incomes and promoting...

Lorus and his wife with some of the produce from their farm following World Vision’s introduction of small-scale irrigation farming to the community

Defying the Odds: How Irrigation Farming is Transforming Lives in Kongor Village

Lokolinyang Lorus, a farmer in drought-stricken Kongor, Kenya, embraced small-scale irrigation farming, transforming his community’s reliance on livestock...

From Sponsored Child to Inspiring World Vision Staff: #WVKenyaAt50

From Sponsored Child to Inspiring World Vision Staff: Cash and Transfers Project Officer Eunice Radiro shares her amazing story. Her story is a testament...

Flood-affected and displaced families walk through flood water in Migori County in Kenya

World Vision Kenya Flood Interventions: Muhuru Bay and Karachuonyo Households receive Cash Transfers and Non-Food Items

Braving the Storm: Devastating floods have ravaged Kenya's 34 counties, displacing thousands. With the flash floods wreaking havoc, World Vision and...

The Laisamis Technical Training Institute Principal Mr. Rotich (standing) addressing the IOM Kenya, World Vision Kenya, Candle of Hope Foundation, and youth sponsored by the JTIP Project during a visit to the institution.

Empowering Young People in Marsabit: A Story of Hope and Transformation

Young people from pastoral communities are gaining hope and skills through vocational training, breaking free from vulnerabilities to trafficking and...

The current floods in Kenya are devastating has affected half of the country, claiming hundreds and impacting thousands

World Vision Kenya Launches National Flood Response

Amidst the devastating floods in Kenya, Mathare North Primary School shelters 200 families, grappling with despair. As of April 29th, the Government of...

Putting children, and their voices at the centre of climate action is critical to our work. Through 4K clubs, World Vision is raising a new generation of young climate action champions who are set to lead the fight against climate change in their communities.

Climate Action: How Access to Clean Cooking Protects the Environment

Discover how World Vision's IMARA project is promoting climate action, combating deforestation and improving lives in rural Kenya with energy-saving...

MUAC is Saving Lives of Children in Rural Villages of Baringo County in. Kenya

How Family Mid Upper Arm Circumference (MUAC) is Saving Lives of Children in Rural Villages of Baringo County

Learn about Marion's journey from malnutrition fear to hope with the Family Mid upper arm circumference (MUAC) intervention. World Vision is empowering...

Afya Yetu Jukumu Letu S4T Group installing poles to function as a fence for the Rimarapera dispensary in Kilifi.

Women Groups in Rural Villages of Kilifi County Saving for the Future

Meet Farida, a resilient mother transforming her community with World Vision's support. From droughts to entrepreneurship, here is a story that inspires...

The symbolic handover of the fish dryers to the Moite community-saving group leaders by Linda Kola, the National Resilience Officer-JTiP for the International Organization for Migration (far right) together with Lilian Chebon, the Program Officer, World Vision Kenya.

Empowering Pastoralist Communities in Northern Kenya: A Story of Resilience and Transformation in Marsabit County.

Read Empowering Pastoralist Communities in Northern Kenya: A Story of Resilience and Transformation in Marsabit County.

Mother to mother project transforming lives in Kilifi

Mother to Mother Project Transforming Maternal and Child Health in Kilifi

Discover the transformative journey of the Mother to Mother project in Kilifi County, as it empowers communities and enhances maternal and child health of...

Sololo's historic moment: Clean water flows for the first time, courtesy of World Vision

Residents from Sololo community in Marsabit County are elated after receiving access to clean water for the first time, after World Vision and her partners...

Through World Vision's CRIFSUP project, farmers like Nancy from Elgeyo Marakwet County can sustain themselves through use of low cost agricultural practices that ensure they sustain themselves and have ENOUGH food for their families.

Boosting sustainable livelihoods through Farmer Managed Natural Regeneration

Lives in Elgeyo Marakwet are being transformed through the training and implementation of Farmer Managed Natural Regeneration, a low-cost tree regeneration...

Empowered and Unbroken: Dominica Chelatan stands outside the school where she found refuge from FGM.

Child Protection

No Girl Should Face This Pain: World Anti-Female Genital Mutilation Day and the Call for Change

Dominica Chelatan's journey from FGM risk to empowered advocate reflects a broader struggle. With organisations like World Vision, progress is underway. On...

From Pastoral Traditions to Classrooms: Samburu Communities Embrace Education for Progress

In Kenya, education remains a beacon of hope for a brighter tomorrow, yet access to it is far from equitable, particularly in regions like Samburu County...

Ezekiel used to be a charcoal burner, but he has since become a passionate farmer and environmentalist after receiving training from World Vision on the Farmer Managed Natural Regeneration (FMNR) approach.

Turning Over a New Leaf: From Charcoal Burner to Environmentalist

A transformative story of a Kenyan farmer's incredible shift from charcoal burning to sustainable farming in Kenya. The now passionate environmentalist...