Whilst walking to school at Future Stars this morning, Violet Eunike was struck by a motorcycle. She sustained a significant head injury and was admitted to the hospital. But the medical fees are out of reach for her frightened mother…
Following the demolition of her home, Grace found herself exploited by someone tasked with keeping her safe. Thankfully, Future Stars could step in and offer her sanctuary. Grace is the fourth child making her home at the centre as a direct consequence of the government’s road construction project through Kibera.
Another boy, Emmanuel, joins Future Stars having been displaced during demolition in Kibera. We hope he will be reunited with his family soon but, for now, he remains safe at the centre.
The destruction of a section of Kibera to make way for a link road has affected thousands. For two boys, Future Stars has provided imperfect security amidst tragedy. Find out what happened …
At 02:00 on May 10th, Florence was clearly unwell. Chaffinch was alerted to the situation and the 10-year-old was quickly taken to see a doctor. Check out what happened next…
On February 9th 2018, fire broke out in an area of Kibera adjacent to the Future Stars Development Centre. Despite a heroic effort to quench the flames, 80 homes were completely destroyed and families left homeless and destitute, including 10 children attending the school at Future Stars.
On February 2nd 2018, violence erupted following the arrest of self-declared National Resistance Movement (NRM) general Miguna Miguna. Soon, the actions of both protesters and police were felt at Future Stars and the school was forced to close.
Sunset in Kenya might be beautiful but for the residents of Kibera it also signals danger. Without adequate lighting at Future Stars, the safety of both staff and children was at risk.
The 2017 food crisis in East Africa is not over. After all, with the failure of crops, food will be in short supply until another harvest. And without good rains, even the next harvest may not happen. How is it currently impacting Kenya, and Future Stars in particular? And what can you do to help?
