About Us
Our Story
URAFIKI WA KUTOA MISAADA YA KIMATAIFA – KENYA also referred to as “Urafiki-Kenya” is a catalyst for social change and progress. Its service projects stresses the importance of co-operative efforts for sustained long-term development.
Urafiki-Kenya is a non-governmental organization (NGO) registered under section 10 of the Non-Governmental Organizations Co-ordination Act of the Government of Kenya, Ref. No. OP.218/051/2001/0196/2258, is non-political, is a public, non-profit agency that networks and cooperates with other non-profit organizations and agencies that desire to provide some level of humanitarian aid and assistance or that have similar purpose and vision.
Urafiki (IRFF)-Kenya was established on 16th SEPTEMBER 2001 as a Kenyan indigenous NGO working towards empowering the poor through projects under its direction. The main sectors of activities have been in health, peace and reconciliation activities, Education, child-care programs, and environment.
Our Role
Urafiki-Kenya role include community mobilization, sensitization, and capacity building through training, and providing support to community development initiatives. Within the said period, Urafiki-Kenya has gained considerable experience in working with rural groups, the local administration, and local communities in all aspects of development. This has given Urafiki-Kenya unique capabilities in carrying out regional and community workshops. In all these programs, Urafiki-Kenya uses local leaders and integrates local communities in the implementation of the programs. This gives the communities a sense of ownership of the projects.
Results Oriented Growth
We focus on delivering measurable outcomes, helping communities achieve sustainable and scalable growth.
Community Collaboration
We work hand-in-hand with rural groups, the local administration, and local communities in all aspects of development, fostering transparent communication and meaningful partnerships.
Data-Driven Strategization
Through community mobilization, sensitization, and capacity building through training, as well as supporting community development efforts, we combine creativity and insights to create tactics that are both unique and effective.
The team behind our success
Meet the passionate professionals who bring expertise, creativity, and innovation to every project. Our team is dedicated to achieving our goals with tailored strategies and exceptional execution.
Dr. Christopher M. Nyamai
Executive Director
Dr. Lydia Olaka
Secretary
Timothy Munyao
Communications
Mr. Edward O. Ming’ala
Treasurer
Want to participate!
Urafiki-Kenya believes in maintaining a small staff and drawing in technical staff from the vast pool experienced, professional human resources that exist in the country. In this connection, Urafiki-Kenya works very closely with Kenya Government and International Non-Governmental Organizations. In all situations, Urafiki-Kenya maintains very close collaboration with other organizations and institutions that have similar goals and objectives.
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