My Story

"Hello! My name is Shanniz. I am humble and grateful to be a student at Kinyago Dandora Schools, where I am nurtured and loved. My favorite subjects are Agriculture Studies and Christian Religious Education.

I enjoy participating in the praise and worship team and I am also an active member of the Christian Union. KDS has truly become my safe haven, and I am very thankful for this opportunity.

Thank you for taking the time to learn about me and for considering walking with me on my journey.

I am honest, God-fearing, prayerful, and very hardworking. I also enjoy playing football with my classmates.

I have three siblings: Margret (21 years old), Isaac (13 years old), and Aliana (7 months old). We all live together with our parents in a small two-room house in Dandora. My father does not have a stable job and depends on casual labor at construction sites whenever he is able to find work. My mother currently stays at home to take care of my baby sister, Aliana, and does not have a job. Because of this, it is often difficult for the family to meet all our basic needs.

When I grow up, I want to become a soldier. I am working hard in school so that I can become a responsible person and serve my country one day.

I am very grateful for the opportunity to study at Kinyago Dandora Schools, where I am able to learn and grow in a supportive environment."

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.”