THE SPACE has been exploring opinions & views by the youth on various issues ranging from socio-political to financial aspects. Many feel helpless in the face of adversity and the economic downturn, yet the youth is the majority. Politicians have failed Kenyans on all levels but they're those who feel obligated to defy defeat and injustice.
How about some inspiration? We highlight young Kenyans who've taken a step towards change by making their immediate surroundings better.
Boniface Mwangi is an award winning photojournalist and activist, a TED fellow and founder of the 'Picha Mtaani' an initiative which seeks to create a platform for Kenyans to reconcile through exhibitions and debates.
Mohammed Ali is famous for the investigative programme 'Jicho Pevu' aired on NTV . He goes to great lengths most of the time under cover, to investigate human interest pieces revolving around crime, drugs, prostitution and other news stories.
Kevin BankSlave is a graffiti artiste based in Nairobi who studied art for three years before deciding to specialise in graffiti . He uses his work to make a statement about the socio-political environment.
Florence Kamaitha initiated the Maisha Mapya Initiative which is a non partisan active group of young Kenyans who place a premium on public service,social and economic development.
The ‘No Missing Periods coz of Periods’ project aims to provide sanitary pads to school girls who cannot afford them.
Susan Mboya heads the Zawadi Africa Education Fund which provides scholarships to gifted girls from disadvantaged backgrounds from Africa to pursue higher education in Ivy League Universities in the US.
Eric is a social and cultural ambassador who's been involved in numerous initiatives geared towards inspiring positive change in the social and democratic space. He's also a playwright who's original musical 'Mo Faya' was showcased at the NewYork Musical Theatre Festival two years ago.
How about some inspiration? We highlight young Kenyans who've taken a step towards change by making their immediate surroundings better.
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| Boniface Mwangi with his social activist colleagues during the LOVE & PROTEST demonstration at Uhuru park. |
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| Mohammed Ali- investigative journalist behind the Jicho Pevu expose. |
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| BankSlave -graffiti artiste & CEO of Spray Uzi |
Kevin BankSlave is a graffiti artiste based in Nairobi who studied art for three years before deciding to specialise in graffiti . He uses his work to make a statement about the socio-political environment.
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| Florence Kamaitha with Wife of Kenyan Prime Minister Ida Odinga |
The ‘No Missing Periods coz of Periods’ project aims to provide sanitary pads to school girls who cannot afford them.
Susan Mboya heads the Zawadi Africa Education Fund which provides scholarships to gifted girls from disadvantaged backgrounds from Africa to pursue higher education in Ivy League Universities in the US.
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| Susan Mboya- Founder and president of Zawadi Africa Education Fund |
Eric is a social and cultural ambassador who's been involved in numerous initiatives geared towards inspiring positive change in the social and democratic space. He's also a playwright who's original musical 'Mo Faya' was showcased at the NewYork Musical Theatre Festival two years ago.
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| Eric Wainaina - singer/ songwriter and social activist |
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