The Western-made stereotypes surrounding education systems in Kenya are very well-known, though the reality of Kenya’s education system...

Within the largest slum in Africa, Kibera lies a strong community where all locals consider each other as family. With a disputed...

Teachers are a universal symbol of promise, fulfillment, and curiosity. This is especially true in an environment like Kibera, the...

In 2006, the former US President Barack Obama visited Kibera, Kenya, and told crowds that “Everybody in Kibera needs the same...

“I don’t have any job, I don’t have a life, I don’t have any food for my kids,” said Josephine Muchilwa, just one of many Kiberan women...

Although formal, full time, employment in Kibera is rare, men, women, and children supplement their income by setting up roadside shops...

One aspect of cultures around the world that remains the same is the very human enjoyment of holidays and celebrations. This holds true...

Kiberans, living in the midst of both hope and hardships, look out for each other like family. This close-knit community supports one...

Water, a resource that is naively thought of as being widely available in all corners of the world, is a major concern in a multitude of...

It is no doubt that food is an essential part of human existence, and cuisine an innate part of cultural expression. Around the world,...

For young people in Kenya, especially those living in the slums like Kibera, a second chance is a blessing. Many teenagers indulge...

In Kenya, slum tourism - also known as poverty tourism - is quickly taking off. While the beautiful landscapes, unforgettable wildlife...

To fully understand the rich and often neglected history of Kibera, one must first understand what a slum and shanty town is. A shanty...

2007 in Kibera was full of post-election violence and distress that disrupted the lives of families and youth, separating many from their...

In a National Geographic article, Brian Otieno, a 27-year-old photojournalist based in Nairobi, noted that “if you are struggling to get...

Growing up in an underprivileged community was not always easy. However, my experiences, both good and bad, have taught me the best of...