Agriculture
What we see
Farming, and potatoes in particular, is the main source of income for many families in Kuresoi. Farmers carry high input costs, face unpredictable weather and often depend on middlemen to reach buyers, so a good harvest does not always become a good income.
What the Initiative will do
- Run farmer field days and demonstrations on better potato practices such as quality seed, soil care and safe storage, together with agricultural experts.
- Help farmers form or strengthen groups and cooperatives so they can buy inputs together and sell together.
- Connect farmers with buyers, processors and market information so they can negotiate from a stronger position.
- Encourage diverse, nutritious crops so that households can feed themselves well while earning from the farm.
Who we will work with
- County agriculture officers
- Research institutions
- Farmer groups and cooperatives
- Agribusiness firms
- Universities
What we will not promise. We cannot set produce prices or hand out subsidies. We can organise, connect and speak up for farmers where those decisions are made.
Education
What we see
Many families struggle with fees, the cost of learning materials and the distance to good schools. Capable young people drop out or miss opportunities simply because information and support did not reach them.
What the Initiative will do
- Hold bursary clinics that help families understand and apply for the bursaries and support schemes already available.
- Organise mentorship and career talks with lecturers, professionals and graduates from the area.
- Work with school boards and partners to identify the most urgent needs, such as classrooms, books and nutrition, and bring support to them.
- Promote school feeding and nutrition education so children are ready to learn.
Who we will work with
- Schools and school boards
- County education office
- Universities and TVET colleges
- Bursary funds
- Education NGOs
What we will not promise. We will not build schools on our own or replace public funding. We mobilise partners, make opportunities visible and follow up on commitments.
Healthcare
What we see
Reaching a well-stocked facility can mean a long journey. Many conditions, from poor nutrition to eye problems and chronic illness, are found late because screening and health education rarely reach villages.
What the Initiative will do
- Host community health and screening days with qualified partners, including eye screening and nutrition checks.
- Teach practical nutrition and healthy living at schools, churches, markets and farmer meetings.
- Help residents understand and use national health insurance so cost is less of a barrier to care.
- Support community health promoters and speak up for stocked, staffed facilities.
Who we will work with
- Nakuru County health office
- Kenya Society for the Blind
- Hospitals and clinics
- Community health promoters
- Health NGOs
What we will not promise. We do not provide medical treatment ourselves. Qualified health partners deliver all clinical care; we handle mobilisation, education and follow-up.
Infrastructure
What we see
Poor roads raise the cost of getting produce to market and children to school. Reliable clean water and electricity remain uneven across the wards.
What the Initiative will do
- Work with residents in each ward to map and rank the roads, water points and market needs that matter most.
- Take these documented priorities to the right county and national agencies, and publish what was asked and what was answered.
- Support community water and small infrastructure projects through partners who can fund and build them.
- Follow public budgets and projects so residents know what has been allocated for their area.
Who we will work with
- County government
- National agencies
- Water service providers
- Community groups
- Development partners
What we will not promise. We do not build roads or lay pipes ourselves. We document needs, press for action and track delivery in the open.
Good governance
What we see
Residents often do not know what budgets exist, what has been promised or how to take part in decisions. Trust grows when information is shared and promises are tracked.
What the Initiative will do
- Hold regular open forums in all four wards where residents can question, suggest and be heard.
- Help people take part in public participation on county and national budgets, and explain these in plain language.
- Publish what we raise, what we spend and what we achieve, and keep our own records open to scrutiny.
- Follow integrity and accountability in everything we do.
Who we will work with
- Residents and community groups
- Civic education organisations
- Media
- Oversight bodies
What we will not promise. Government decisions belong to government. We commit to being honest about what we do, what we cannot do and what is still undone.
Youth and women
What we see
Many young people and women have energy and ideas but lack capital, skills, networks and information on the opportunities that exist.
What the Initiative will do
- Run skills and mentorship programmes in farming, business, digital work and trades with training partners.
- Help youth and women form savings and enterprise groups and understand available government and partner funds.
- Teach financial literacy and support value addition for farm produce.
- Create safe, welcoming spaces where women and young people lead and speak.
Who we will work with
- TVET colleges
- Youth and women groups
- SACCOs and financial institutions
- County government programmes
- NGOs
What we will not promise. We cannot guarantee jobs or loans. We prepare people, open doors and connect them to real opportunities.
