As the Kibera Girls Soccer Academy celebrates its 20th anniversary this year, we are thrilled to share some exciting news. We are proud to announce that we have been selected as a 2026 Together Women Rise Grantee. Through this partnership, the KGSA Foundation will receive a $50,000 grant over the next two years to support …
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By Pam Gilbert January, 2026 A Life of Travel and Learning I am a seasoned traveler. I have visited more than 80 countries, traveling by public bus, motorcycle, bicycle, hiking, or hitchhiking. After retiring from teaching, I spent time traveling quietly through Central and South America. During one trip in the Andes of Ecuador, I …
Today we’re sending all the love to one of our favorite gals as we say ‘see you soon’ to our incredible KGSA School Counselor, Jedidah (“Jeddy”). For six years, Jeddy has walked alongside KGSA girls, families, and staff through it all. The uncertainty of the pandemic, moments of grief and trauma, and the joy of …
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February is often called the month of love and friendship, and today I’m feeling both in a big way.We’re excited to officially launch the KGSA Class of 2025 Higher Education Scholarship Fund. Our goal is to raise $20,000 to support 32 remarkable young women as they take their next steps toward university, college, and vocational training. …
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We are proud to welcome 60 new Form 2 (Grade 10) students to the Kibera Girls Soccer Academy this year. Our original plan was to admit 50 girls. Because of our supporters’ end-of-year generosity -and the immense need in Kibera- we welcomed 60. That decision had a powerful ripple effect: KGSA is now back at …
Last week, something special happened at the Kibera Girls Soccer Academy. Fifteen STEM professionals, from engineers and finance to educators and innovators, joined our girls and teachers for a week of hands-on learning, curiosity, laughter, and connection. And the impact is still rippling. Together, they:-Led hands-on STEM projects that challenged girls to test, fail, refine, …
When Mary first came to the Kibera Girls Soccer Academy (KGSA), she was stepping out of a life that kept her mostly inside her home. Caring for her father, who is blind, meant she spent much of her childhood with limited mobility and very few opportunities to socialize. Now, as a rising KGSA senior, Mary’s …
A Childhood Marked by Loss Stacy’s story begins with heartbreak. She lost both of her parents at a young age and moved to Kibera to live with her aunt, who welcomed her despite already supporting several children. But high school fees were out of reach. Stacy believed her education would end before it truly began. …
Hello KGSA Family,I’m writing from the Aspen Institute, where I’m attending a leadership conference on international affairs. It’s been a powerful reminder that in challenging times—for our nation and the world—pausing for rest, reflection, and reset is good for the soul. During my time here, I also had the chance to hike at Maroon Bells, …
Can you believe KGSA just finished its second term? Because of your support, a lot has taken shape here at the Kibera Girls Soccer Academy since January, including what’s mentioned in the subject line: serving over 100,000 school meals to our community! You helped Senior Sylvia, who is excelling in mathematics and recently ranked 4th out …
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