My Story

“Hello! My name is Malikah. I love drawing.”

Malikah is a cheerful, friendly, and bright young girl who enjoys expressing herself through drawing. She is also very active and engaged in class activities.

She lives with her mother and grandmother in a two-room house in Dandora Phase IV. Sadly, her parents separated. Her father works as a boda boda rider (motorcycle taxi) while her mother makes and sells bead ornaments to try and make ends meet. Despite their hard work, the income they earn is very limited and often not enough to meet the family’s basic needs.

Malikah’s family is incredibly grateful for the opportunity she has to attend Kinyago Dandora Schools—a place where she can learn, grow, and dream beyond her circumstances. Your support is helping her build a brighter future.

Kinyago-Dandora Schools

Kinyago-Dandora Schools are located in the heart of Nairobi's slums in Kenya, East Africa. Kinyago-Dandora Schools stand as a beacon of hope for the underprivileged children in the community, who face numerous challenges through the provision of quality education, holistic guidance and counseling, nutritious meals, and healthcare. In a country where the population is more than 50 million, Kenya has faced significant hurdles, including epidemics like malaria, cholera, AIDS, and the impact of a devastating East African drought leading to widespread starvation.

Primary and Junior Secondary Education ~ Our KDS campus has a population of 550 students. The primary level has 400 students while junior secondary has 150 students. Academically, KDS is one of the top schools in the district, boasting an impressive 100% transition rate. Our students not only excel in academics but also shine in a variety of extracurricular activities.

Senior Secondary Education ~ Our Secondary Campus has about 200 students enrolled. Recognized by the Kenyan Ministry of Education as one of the best schools in the Njiru District, KDSS proudly achieves a remarkable 100% transition rate for graduating seniors.

Post Secondary Education ~ Upon completing Grade 12, graduates join Kinyago Alumni Association while they enrol on ICT and Leadership Training Program at KDSS as they prepare to transition to colleges and universities.

The Bernard Sewe Scholarship Fund has been established to support KDSS graduates who attend colleges and universities across Kenya.

“We can’t change the whole world but, we can change one child’s world.”