The World Cup kicks off tomorrow! So we have an important question for you…Besides KGSA FC — who are YOU cheering for? The girls are already debating favorites at school. It’s fun to see their excitement build as they participate in this global phenomenon!
Today in Kenya, people across the country are celebrating Madaraka Day – a national holiday marking Kenya’s journey toward self-governance and independence. “Madaraka” is the Swahili word for “power” or “responsibility.” It’s a day of reflection on Kenyan history, heritage and the sacrifices made for freedom. And at the Kibera Girls Soccer Academy, it’s also …
As Mental Health Awareness Month comes to a close, we wanted to pause and listen directly to the voices that matter most – our students. At the Kibera Girls Soccer Academy, mental health isn’t talked about as something separate from education. It’s connected to feeling safe. Feeling supported. Having trusted adults, friends, meals, sports, music, …
Earlier this week, I listened to an NPR story about Makoko – a floating community in Lagos, Nigeria. Even though Lagos and Nairobi sit on opposite sides of the African continent, I kept finding myself thinking…This sounds so much like Kibera. The reporter described Lagos as having a “restless energy and entrepreneurialism everywhere in town.” …
Last week, during Teacher Appreciation Week, supporters from around the world Zoomed in to meet the incredible teachers guiding and mentoring girls every day at the Kibera Girls Soccer Academy in Kenya. If you missed it, now is your chance to meet a few of the educators shaping futures inside our classrooms, dormitories, sports fields, …
Last month, my mom was visiting from Michigan and we spent a morning wandering through the Denver Botanic Gardens with my daughter. Three generations, soaking in spring. As we strolled, I came across a sculpture I’ve always admired, but this time I paused to read more about it. The piece is So Proud of My …
Today is International Workers’ Day, also called Labour Day in many parts of the world. It’s a moment to recognize the people who make everything possible. At the Kibera Girls Soccer Academy, that means our incredible school staff. From the cooks who prepare daily meals, to the security guards who keep the campus safe, to …
Happy Earth Day! Today we’re sharing a few beautiful images of Kenya from world-renowned photojournalist Nichole Sobecki, who is also part of the KGSA community. We’re so grateful to Nichole for sharing Kenya’s beauty with the world and for introducing her family to KGSA. The Sobeckis have been generous supporters for a decade! Nichole’s work …
Tax Day is now behind us, but we still have some financials to share with you! We just published our 2025 Annual Report, and it’s a powerful reminder of what you made possible last year:• The Kibera Girls Soccer Academy became a 100% boarding school• 122 girls were educated and supported every day• The Class …
While KGSA is on term break, we wanted to share a story from Kenya that’s worth your attention. A recent Associated Press article underscores a stark reality: even as calls for menstrual equity grow, many Kenyan girls still lack access to basic hygiene products. As the article notes, many girls in Kenya continue to miss …
Periods shouldn’t stop girls from going to school Read More »