07/07/2026
On 16th June, Kujali Children's Centre had the honour of hosting this year's Day of the African Child, bringing together children, families, community members and government representatives for a day that meant so much to everyone involved.
This day traces back to 1976, when thousands of school children in Soweto marched for their right to quality education and were met with terrible violence.
Their courage is why this day exists, and why we keep showing up for children's rights every year since.
This year's theme was Ensuring Universal Access to Water, Sanitation and Hygiene for Every Child in Africa.
It's a theme that matters deeply here, especially for children living in local slums
Clean water, safe toilets and good hygiene aren't small things. They're the foundation for a child's health, dignity, education and chance to thrive.
Kujali was proud to host this year's celebration and to welcome children and staff from across Thika West Sub County.
It was also a chance to share where Kujali is headed: our move from residential care towards family and community based care, so that children can grow up supported within their own families and communities.
Thank you to everyone who came together to make the day possible, and to every child whose courage in 1976 still inspires this work today.