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Eastleigh is one of 16 distinct areas in the Mathare Valley -- one of Nairobi's largest and most populated informal settlements. It's also the site of the very first KidsLibs library, which opened its doors in November, 2002. The project marked the start of KidsLibs' partnership with the Mathare Youth Sports Association, a terrific community-based organization that is also our partner in Mathare North.
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Kawangware is one of the seven poorest areas to be found in Nairobi, Kenya. It is officially a formal settlement, as opposed to an informal settlement (slum) area. The Kawangware community lives in a different world - especially in this era of information technology. Lack of general information and education contributes to persistent poverty. There is a high birth rate and the area is home to many thousands of children.
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Mathare We now have a working TV areal (donated by KLT) so are able to watch KTN educational programmes at the library (including ‘Art Attack’). The TV and DVD player donated some time ago by a lady form Peponi House school are being well used to run music for the Rap and Hip Hop groups to dance to.
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Sipili Our new building is almost complete! Thanks to funding from Safaricom Foundation, we are soon to move into our new free-standing building. This will enable us to better serve the entire community. Look for news about our grand re-opening soon.
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