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This blog, written by Kenneth Munene Gitari, Founder of Rising Capacities for Children Africa (RICCA), was originally published on the Kanthari Blog. In this heartfelt reflection, Kenneth shares how his father’s difficult past inspired his mission to uplift children in rural Kenya. Growing up in a community shaped by hardship, Kenneth learned resilience, empathy, and

At RICCA, we acknowledge the recent public statements made by government officials, including Treasury Cabinet Secretary, regarding the planned reductions in education capitation. We share this statement not in opposition, but in constructive solidarity with the millions of children in Kenya, especially those in rural, marginalized communities, whose futures are directly impacted by such policy

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Empowering Boys Through Protection and Education: RICCA’s Commitment on International Day of the Boy Child As we join the world in marking the International Day of the Boy Child, RICCA reaffirms its commitment to addressing the plight of boys through protection and education. At the heart of our mission is an emphasis on creating safe,

Gender equality has evolved from theoretical frameworks, historical journeys, and feminist perspectives to the realization that boys and girls are equal and need support based on their distinct strengths and vulnerabilities. However, much remains to be done, especially in addressing gender barriers rooted in harmful cultural practices like female genital mutilation, early marriage, teenage pregnancies,

  The other day, during a community discussion about empowering rural children with digital literacy, a question stood out: “Are we not going to create computer nerds?” This Safer Internet Day 2025 (11th February), this question prompts us to reflect on a broader and more profound responsibility. As a society that has increasingly shifted the

At times, some argue that after education, you have defeated illiteracy, not poverty, and that the streets await you, where the true test of whether learning has taken place becomes key.    The world is facing a learning crisis. While countries have made significant strides in increasing access to education, being in school does not