Daniela Ernst is a German national, and she has run a project in Mombasa for several years for the marginalised community.When we came to know each other on social media, I asked her to visit our school in Nairobi,Korogocho slums.…
Danger at Soma Nuru’s Doorstep: A Bar Threatens Children’s Future
Even in the world’s poorest neighborhoods, children deserve a safe and protected space to learn and grow. Yet, for the pupils of the Soma Nuru School in Nairobi, this fundamental security is under threat. A newly opened bar right next to their school brings a wave of dangers that are shaking the fragile foundation of their learning environment.
Joseph Onyango
Name: Joseph Age: 8 years Gender: Male Class: Pp2 Hobby: Gardening Joseph is a boy who is old 8 years years old. His family stays in Korogocho, where they can afford the normal lifestyle, even though staying in slums has…
Nelly Malya
Age: 8 years Gender: Female Class: Grade 1 Hobby: Cooking My name is Nelly. I am the 6th born in a family of 9 kids in Korogocho slums. We live in a single room. That makes things hard, especially when…
Brian Omondi
Age: 7 years Gender: Male Class: Grade 1 Hobby: Learning a musical instrument Brian Parents are forced to bring their son to school to make his future bright. Since they struggled to educate Brian,they found Soma Nuru school to be…
Barrak Caleb
Age: 8 years Gender: Male Class: Grade 2 Hobby: Reading books Barrak Caleb was born in Korogocho slums, His family lives in one cramped single room made of corrugated metals. The slums are overcrowding with narrow alleys filled with garbage…
Fuel the Light
Today, we are inviting you to move beyond being a spectator and become an active partner in rewriting the story of Korogocho.
The Future: Our Vision
We don’t just want to build a school; we want to transform a community. Our vision is a future where all children in Korogocho attain a high-quality education and the opportunity to reach their full potential. By building sustainable solutions…
The Mission: What We Provide
Our mission is to break the cycle of poverty by providing access to high-quality education and vital life skills. We focus on a holistic approach that includes infrastructure, skilled teaching, and community participation. From foundational literacy to leadership training and…
The Present: Our School & Facilities
Education requires more than just books; it requires dignity. Today, Soma Nuru provides a safe haven for 121 pupils. Explore our physical infrastructure—from classrooms and clean drinking water to safe latrines—and meet the skilled teachers who make our school a…