10/02/2026
In the desert of Turkana County, Kenya, a new chapter in education is unfolding.
In this dry, remote region, many families traditionally followed a nomadic way of life. Years of drought pushed many to settle near towns, and as communities changed, so did their hopes for their children. More families now recognize the value of education and are choosing to send their children to school.
At a school in Kakwanyang, about 200 children from Pre-Kindergarten through Grade 1 are learning with the Rafiki Classical Christian Curriculum and Bible study. Their teachers eagerly bring the lessons to life with games, worksheets, read-alouds, and engaging activities.
For these young students, learning comes with unique challenges. English is their third language, and many rely on the school for their only substantial meal of the day. The school’s borehole also provides water for both the students and families in the surrounding community.
Yet these challenges have not dampened the teachers’ enthusiasm. They recently completed a week of training and continue to grow in their ability to teach these children well.
Rafiki rejoices to see communities embrace education and teachers faithfully lay a foundation of learning and God’s Word for the next generation.