UNICEF Kenya

20/08/2025

In Kenya, UNICEF trained close to 2000 frontline health workers who provided support and nutrition counselling to over 1.8 million caregivers thanks to support from the Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ), the Luxembourg Ministry of Foreign and European Affairs, Defence, Development Cooperation and Foreign Trade, and the Norwegian Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

Read the Global Thematic Nutrition Report:
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20/08/2025

Idah, 24, holds her 8-month-old daughter at Simbi Kogembo IDP camp in Homabay County, home to families displaced by floods.

Thanks to the French Embassy in Kenya and Somalia, UNICEF and the County, families are receiving integrated health and nutrition services, including training on the Baby-Friendly Community Initiative.

15/08/2025

💡 Invest in women → uplift children → build an inclusive Kenya 🇰🇪.

55% of Kenyan children face multidimensional poverty. Women’s empowerment is up from 29% to 41%, but big gaps remain, especially in rural areas.



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The health and future of children and communities are deeply connected to women's empowerment, according to a new report released by KNBS, UNICEF and UN Women

15/08/2025

🚨 Happening TODAY!

At , we are exploring data 📊, solutions 💡 and action 🚀 needed to address poverty and vulnerability among women 👩🏾 & children 👧🏾👦🏾.

Let’s shape financing strategies that make more inclusive.

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14/08/2025

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Join us today at the Nutrition side event to explore the latest data on the nutrition situation in and the investments needed for a well-nourished population.

📹Stream http://bit.ly/3UtoIL0
⏲️11 AM-1 PM

13/08/2025

From the rice fields of Kirinyaga County to the digital marketplace, Felista Mutungi is redefining what's possible for young farmers 🌾📱

Through the Engaging Kenyan Youth in Agriculture and Nutrition (EKYAN) programme, supported by UNICEF Generation Unlimited and partners, she boosted her rice production, now selling over 100kg weekly and connecting with thousands of customers online through her mobile phone.

She didn't stop there. Felista is training 290+ farmers in climate-smart practices and linking them to affordable agri-suppliers, creating a ripple effect of opportunity in her community.

Felista is to grow, teach, and transform agriculture.

12/08/2025

Meet 26-year-old farmer, Janet Muthoni.

The agripreneur is part of UNICEF's programme that provides agricultural education and climate-smart solutions to young Kenyan farmers.

On this and every day, let's empower young people to build a brighter world for themselves.

11/08/2025

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Join us at the to see the latest evidence and data on poverty and vulnerability among children and women.

It’s time to discuss financing strategies to promote inclusive development.

07/08/2025

Breastfeeding isn’t just a mother’s job. It takes a community.

Competent health workers, supportive workplaces and ongoing support in communities all play a part.

When they come together, breastfeeding becomes easier for every mother, everywhere.

05/08/2025

Healthcare workers play a vital role in supporting breastfeeding.

Equipping them with the skills and knowledge they need is essential to help mothers breastfeed successfully, giving every child the best start in life.

04/08/2025

Breastmilk is safe, nutritious and packed with antibodies that protect children from disease.

For every child to benefit, governments and partners need to invest in strong policies, programmes and funding that support breastfeeding.

01/08/2025

It’s !

Breastmilk acts as a baby’s first vaccine and boosts brain development. But for many mothers, breastfeeding is not easy.

Creating sustainable support systems, supportive workplace policies and community care ensures mothers get the help they need.