This 2-minute video almost feels like you rode along with the kids to Grammar Camp — a day at Stedmak Gardens. (“Grammar” in this context refers to the students’ age — 4th – 6th grade)!
Thank you from our team in Kenya
As we head into this week of Thanksgiving in the United States, I’ve been thinking a lot about what it means to be part of this community—spread across continents, connected by a shared belief in the potential of young people in Nairobi.
The video below captures something I saw so clearly when I visited Nairobi: the extraordinary dedication of our team and the real impact your support makes in the lives of students. Our team in Kenya is the heart of our work. They lead our mission and turn your investment into impact every day.
From all of us at Friends of Ngong Road, and especially from our team in Nairobi: thank you for being part of this mission, for believing in our students, and for fueling the realization of potential, both for our students and our work overall.
NRCF Celebrates DirectEd Program Graduates
The Ngong Road Children’s Foundation (NRCF) aims to challenge, empower, and prepare its students for a successful future. This commitment was recently demonstrated when five of our post-secondary students Raymond, June, Boaz, Edmond, and Evelyne completed the DirectEd Development Foundation Bootcamp Program.
After months of intensive training, they proudly joined 34 other graduates from Kenya and Ethiopia who completed the third edition of the program. These young innovators gained practical skills in three important and in-demand areas:
- Full-Stack Web Development Fundamentals
- Generative AI Engineering Fundamentals
- User Interface and Experience Design Fundamentals
The graduation ceremony, hosted by Blockchain Centre NBO, was a celebration of growth and creativity. Our beneficiaries didn’t just complete lessons; they built real projects, collaborated across teams, solved problems, and pushed beyond their comfort zones.
They leave this program not only with certificates but with the skills and confidence to create, innovate, and contribute meaningfully to the fast-growing tech ecosystem in Africa.
Among the proud graduates, Raymond stood out as one of the 12 top-performing students selected to join the DirectEd Talent Program. This achievement means he will now access paid internship opportunities with DirectEd and its partner companies.
We celebrate our graduates for their determination and success and will continue doing what we do best, which is to transform lives through education and opportunity.
Wycliffe is Proof that Success is Inevitable with Support
Wycliffe, another star in our program, is a true example of success in the making. With our financial support, he has progressed seamlessly from lower to higher levels of education, focusing not on his family’s challenges but on transforming his future.
Now in his final year of high school, Wycliffe is performing exceptionally well and has become a role model to his peers. His dream is to become a Mechanical Engineer, a career that will allow him to combine his love for innovation with his desire to solve real-world problems. With his focus, hard work, and the continuous support of our program, we do not doubt that Wycliffe’s future is bright and full of promise.
Academics aside, Wycliffe’s talent goes beyond the classroom. His dedication to sports led him to represent his school at the national hockey championships, a proud moment that shows his determination and love for excellence in all he does.
We’re proud of how far Wycliffe has come and excited for what’s ahead. His journey shows that when potential meets opportunity, success follows. Wycliffe’s story inspires others to believe that with dedication and the right support, anything is possible.
The Inspiring Story of Rolex
From an early age, Rolex was determined to rise above his circumstances. He came from a less privileged background but showed resilience and ambition. Fortunately, our program stepped in to support his inspiring journey. With guidance, he discovered a purpose that helped transform his life.
Rolex is now in his final year of high school. He is passionate about becoming an entrepreneur in the future.
In his free time, he enjoys researching and exploring new ideas. This shows his curiosity and strong desire for self-improvement.
At school, Rolex is an active member of the science club. He continues to sharpen his problem-solving and critical thinking skills. He’s especially interested in how science and technology can solve real-world problems. This mindset supports his long-term entrepreneurial goals.
Through hard work and the support of our program, Rolex is confidently paving the way toward a brighter future. His determination to succeed and give back to his community is truly inspiring.
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